We are thrilled to announce that Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA, will be the host city for the 12th International Public Markets Conference, June 12-14, 2025! Our co-host, the Milwaukee Public Market, is Milwaukee’s iconic food and event destination, home to 19 independently-owned vendors that feature a diverse array of offerings, from Wisconsin staples like cheese curd and brats, to a rich selection of ethnic cuisines and specialty grocery items.

Having spent nearly 20 years in the nonprofit sector, Mandy Moody, Executive Director of Green City Market in Chicago, IL, discusses how successfully fundraising for your market means more than bookkeeping; it requires creating a strong financial story of impact, crucial for donors and catalyzing support.