Nicole Wagner, who has nearly 20 years of experience in nonprofit organizations, has been selected to lead the Women and Girls Fund of Waukesha County (WGF) as Executive Director. Nicole, a Waukesha County resident, will assume her new role January 23, 2023.

Nicole has been working with Make-A-Wish® Wisconsin for nearly 17 years, most recently as Vice President of Mission Delivery. During that time, she has been involved in all aspects of wishes for children served by Make-A-Wish, as well as supervising teams, managing budgets and overseeing programs to create memorable experiences for the children and their families.

“We are looking forward to having Nicole lead our organization and help improve the quality of life for women and girls in Waukesha County,” said Kelly Skindzelewski, WGF Board Chairperson. “Nicole brings a tremendous amount of experience and passion to the role.”



Nicole, who earned a Bachelor of Science from the University of Wisconsin – River Falls, also has experience working for the Mental Health Association of Waukesha County and the former United Way of Waukesha County. She succeeds Michelle DuBord, who left the WGF to take on a new role.

The Women and Girls Fund is dedicated to advancing the health and well-being, self-sufficiency and empowerment of women and girls in Waukesha County. Since its inception in 2004, the WGF has awarded more than $1.4 million in grants to nonprofit organizations focused on improving the lives of women and girls in our community.