100 Men & Women's Collective of Dane County
Mission: From Survival to Success to Significance
We are driven by a single goal: to do our part in making the world a better place for the families of Dane County. We provide grants to local organizations that help women and children overcome adversity and reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.
SUPPORTING LOCAL CHARITIES
Are you a 501c3 that supports women and/or children in Dane County?
Apply for a grant today!
Ways to get Involved
As a member of 100 Men or Women's Collective of Dane County, you have a voice and a vote in how we can support charities to help bring our youth from Survival, to Success, to Significance.
Join 100 Men
To join the 100 Men of Dane County, you must genuinely desire to give back to our community. We are a non-profit based in Madison, WI, that provides grants to charities and organizations in Dane County, WI: 100 Men gives grants specifically to children' s-based need organizations.
Join Women's Collective
To join the Women's Collective of Dane County, you must genuinely desire to give back to our community. We are a non-profit based in Madison, WI, that provides grants to charities and organizations in Dane County, WI: Women's Collective gives grants specifically to women' s-based need organizations.
Sponsor Cure Local
Want to join our efforts, but not sure where to start? Partner with 100 Men or Women's Collective of Dane County and take advantage of this incredible opportunity to lend your support. It’s a great way to contribute to our cause, and every little bit counts towards paving the path for a better tomorrow.
Meet the Founding Members
Ryan Behling
Ryan Behling was born and raised in Madison and is committed to bettering his community. Ryan attended the University of Wisconsin – Madison, earning his undergraduate degree and Master's in Business Administration and continues to avidly support UW athletics. Ryan has spent his entire professional career with Merrill Lynch, as a Wealth Management Advisor and Vice President. Ryan currently serves as a Board member and volunteer for: the United Way of Dane County, Domestic Abuse Intervention Services (DAIS) and the University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Advisory Board. Ryan’s passion for philanthropy was demonstrated as Chair of the Merrill Lynch Grand Gala, which raised over $4.0 million for the Madison community. Ryan, his wife Abby, and their daughter Elin live in Fitchburg in his childhood home.
Leah Linscheid
Former News 3 Anchor/Assistant News Director
Dave Grauwels
Dave has been a Loan Officer since 2001 and is currently employed at Guild Mortgage Madison. He currently is on the board of Big Brothers Big Sisters. He became involved in 100 Men of Dane County because it provides an opportunity to support many different charities. His lifetime goal is to help raise/donate $1,000,000+ for local charities.
Ryan Smith
Ryan Smith has been a Mortgage Professional since 2000 and is currently employed with Guild Mortgage Madison. He has made it his mission to personally and professionally make a positive impact on the world. He has been involved in supporting several local charities over the years and is extremely excited to be part of 100 Men of Dane County.
Jason Guttenberg
Jason Guttenberg has been a member of the Dane County community since 1999 when he moved to Madison to attend the University of Wisconsin. He has served on a number of non-profit boards and was also a founder of Hackfest Inc., a local brain cancer non-profit. Jason is a principal at Ace Insurance Group.
Charlie Wills
After graduating from the University of Wisconsin with a degree from Grainger School of Business, achieving a 4 year letter winner in Men's Basketball, a trip to the Final Four and winning the Big Ten Championship in 2002, Charlie is working as a real estate broker for First Weber Group for over 15 years running a successful team and business for his clients. He has been involved in several charities but most of them revolve around cancer research and awareness, kids, and mentoring. After Jason and he started Hackfest to raise awareness for brain tumor research, they wanted to make a bigger impact on our youth, so they helped to create 100 Men of Dane County. Charlie, his wife Crystal and their son Grant, live in Madison.