Busy programs from the Social Development Commission (SDC) spent the day in a Milwaukee neighborhood. The programs took part in an Integrated Mobile Monday at the COA Goldin Center at 2320 W. Burleigh. The free tax preparation services of SDC, Energy Assistance and the Lead Hazard Reduction Assistance programs offered their services at the community […]
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Free child support workshop
Understanding child support can be a challenge but the Social Development Commission will partner with My Father’s House to help bring information on the potentially confusing issues surrounding the topic. SDC and Al Holmes of My Father’s House will present a free financial wellness workshop focused on child support Wednesday, March 19 at SDC Richards […]
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Running Rebels community basketball program
The Running Rebels Community Organization and the Milwaukee Public School system are once again collaborating to advance the opportunities of school-aged youth and adolescents. As an organization that believes every child deserves equal access to opportunities, RRCO formed their intramural basketball teams to capture those who may be ineligible to play due or attend a school without a […]
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Nominations sought for Mayor’s design awards
Remarkable buildings, spaces, and physical improvements in Milwaukee will be honored again this year by the Mayor’s Design Awards. Now is the time to submit nominations. In its seventeenth year, the awards honor aspects of Milwaukee’s built environment that make our city a lively and engaging place. “Imaginative people have made some wonderful additions to […]
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Burke Foundation invests in PEARLS to help at-risk girls build brighter futures
PEARLS for Teen Girls Inc. is honored to be one of seven Milwaukee-area organizations selected to receive support from the Burke Foundation. The $300,000, three-year grant will support the 10,000 Girls Initiative, a well-planned, phased strategy of investments and growth designed to bring the proven success of PEARLS to 10,000 at-risk Milwaukee girls. “PEARLS is […]
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City-wide Black Male Achievement collective impact initiative launched
Like many cities throughout the United States, Milwaukee is in dire need for innovative, non-traditional approaches to improving minority male outcomes both inside and outside of school. That need may be greater today than at any other point in history. Just a few moments ago, President Barack Obama unveiled his new “My Brother’s Keeper” initiative, […]
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The Greater Milwaukee Foundation’s Match Day returns for 2014
On March 13, members of the community will come together again to raise funds for 20 nonprofits participating in the Greater Milwaukee Foundation’s third Match Day. The event is the only of its kind in Wisconsin and is designed to raise awareness for basic needs in the greater Milwaukee area. Thanks to $750,000 in matching […]
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Savings program workshop and free tax help
Milwaukee area residents can get their taxes done free and learn about a match savings program that can help them buy a home. The Milwaukee Asset Building Coalition (MABC) and Wisconsin Women’s Business Initiative Corporation (WWBIC) will team up to present a free workshop Thursday, March 13 at 1:00 pm at the Silver Spring Neighborhood […]
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Founding member of Penfield Children’s Center dies
Priscilla Penfield Chester, daughter of world-renowned neurosurgeon Dr. Wilder Penfield and founding member of Milwaukee’s Penfield Children’s Center, died on February 19. Penfield helps infants and young children, with and without disabilities, reach their full potential through education, therapy services and family programs. “Priscilla was a tremendous advocate for children with special needs,” said Christine […]
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Evolving Leaders Conference 2014
The Evolving Leadership Conference, on Saturday March 22nd, will provide opportunities for invaluable networking and offers professional development as it relates to leadership. You will also learn about many of Milwaukee’s ‘hidden’ assets! OUR WORKSHOPS *Diversity and Inclusion: Navigating Intergenerational Communication *Collaboration: Coalition Building *Continuous Learning: Networking and Small Talk for Introverts *Continuous Learning: Pinpointing […]