The SOC has been a staple in the community for over 30 years. Once the pandemic hit, the group found a way to adapt to the circumstances and continue providing resources.
NNS Spotlight
An occasional series that highlights groups and people worth knowing in Milwaukee.
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NNS Spotlight: Milwaukee’s queen of dance still reigns supreme – even in retirement
Ferne Caulker, the founder of the Ko-Thi Dance Company, continues to make moves in the community.
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NNS Spotlight: Milwaukee native finds success by lifting up others
George Hinton, the CEO of the Social Development Commission, works to get (and keep) Milwaukee County residents out of poverty.
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NNS Spotlight: ‘It’s up to us to paint a picture’: Milwaukee youth release album to mark a chaotic year
With the release of “2020: The Vision,” Running Rebels Community Organization is stressing human connections during a time when our world has been rocked by a pandemic, protests and a nail-biter presidential election.
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NNS Spotlight: UpStart Kitchen feeds the dreams of entrepreneurs while nourishing the Sherman Park community
UpStart Kitchen provides emergency meals for Milwaukeeans and a space for entrepreneurs looking to build their businesses.
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NNS Spotlight: ‘He was raised to pay it forward’: Scholarship honors legacy of Dr. Terence N. Thomas
When Dr. Terence N. Thomas died of an unexpected asthmatic attack in 1991, his family set up a scholarship fund in his name. The fund has given away $1 million to support Milwaukee youth.
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NNS Spotlight: He’s the ‘banker of the underrepresented’
Joaquin Altoro’s mission as the leader of the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority is to ensure everyone has equal access to financial resources.
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NNS Spotlight: As America grapples with racist past, leader of America’s Black Holocaust Museum looks toward the future
A year ago, Dr. Robert Davis became the president and CEO of America’s Black Holocaust Museum. Under his leadership the museum is revamping its digital space and making plans to reopen.
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NNS Spotlight: New group works to give North Side residents a seat at the table
North Side Rising fights for environmental and economic equity for North Side residents.
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NNS Spotlight: Popular mobile market to make a triumphant in-person return this weekend
CirculateMKE’s mobile market, which creates space and opportunity for shoppers and entrepreneurs to experience the diverse cultures of Milwaukee, is back to in-person business.