For 60 years, United Performing Arts Fund (UPAF) has united our community through the power of the performing arts — supporting a wide scope of artistic excellence, strengthening regional vibrancy, advancing youth arts development and accessibility for all, and ensuring that involvement in the arts is an essential part of life in Southeastern Wisconsin.
As we prepare to celebrate UPAF’s 60th Anniversary in 2027, we invite nominations of individuals whose philanthropy, leadership, volunteerism and creativity have been instrumental in advancing UPAF’s mission and vision through the years. We invite you to nominate individuals who have helped champion a thriving arts community, and in doing so, have inspired generations and strengthened the cultural fabric of our region.
Nomination Guidelines
- Nominees may be any individual who has been instrumental in helping UPAF achieve its mission.
- Individuals may also be nominated posthumously. (Checkbox indicated below)
- Current or former paid staff of UPAF, Member Groups, or Affiliates are not eligible, unless the individual was a founder.
- Artists are welcome to be nominated if in addition to their artistic contributions and performances, they have used their talents and public platforms to promote and advocate for UPAF.