On Monday, May 13, 2024, the men of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., Milwaukee Alumni Chapter presented a donation to Northcott Neighborhood House. From May 13 through May 19, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity celebrated senior citizens, recognizing they are the staple in our communities. The Senior Kappa Affairs Endowment Fund presented Northcott Neighborhood House with $1000.00 to … [Read more...] about Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., celebrates Senior Week in Milwaukee
Charitable Donations
Siebert Lutheran Foundation implements new approach to philanthropy in Wisconsin
Thirty-one donors committed more than $182,000 in funding to 13 grantee partners at Siebert Lutheran Foundation’s fourth annual Collaborators’ Event on Nov. 9, 2023 at the Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin Milwaukee food distribution warehouse. Part of the Siebert Serves initiative, the Collaborators’ Event is an innovative gathering designed to build a community of donors … [Read more...] about Siebert Lutheran Foundation implements new approach to philanthropy in Wisconsin
Donations now being accepted for Bronzeville Sleepover for Education
The 9th annual Bronzeville Sleepover for Education, a regular event held during Bronzeville Week, will take place beginning at 7 p.m. on Friday, August 11, 2023 and will last until 8 a.m. on Saturday, August 12. Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs noted that donations for the annual event are now being accepted at various locations throughout the city. “The Sleepover for Education … [Read more...] about Donations now being accepted for Bronzeville Sleepover for Education
Donate school supplies so children can start strong in fall
School supplies are filling store shelves, and back-to-school ads are starting to appear. This is the perfect time to organize a school supply drive. Milwaukee businesses, community groups, and faith-based communities are invited to collect school supplies so Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) students have the tools for a successful school year. Become a partner with the MPS … [Read more...] about Donate school supplies so children can start strong in fall
Lancaster School receives new coats for every student
Milwaukee Bucks All-Star Khris Middleton, along with representatives from United Healthcare, fired up students at Lancaster School by delivering new coats to every student on Tuesday, November 29, 2022. Hundreds of students received new winter coats, hats, and mittens to keep them warm as they walk to school or wait at bus stops. The gift was made through Middleton’s … [Read more...] about Lancaster School receives new coats for every student
Milwaukee Bucks Bobby Portis donates 100,000 meals, partners with Feeding America
On Wednesday, September 14, 2022, at Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin, people greeted Bucks player Bobby Portis by chanting his name. Portis announced a $25,000 donation to the organization, which is equivalent to 100,000 meals. Portis took the stage for an hourlong Q&A. During the discussion, he shared his future involvement with Feeding America and the Milwaukee … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Bucks Bobby Portis donates 100,000 meals, partners with Feeding America
GMUL awards laptops to 40 students and 10 scholarships
On Tuesday, June 14, 2022, The Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL) and Kohler Co., teamed up to present 40 local high school graduates laptops as part of the " The Greater Milwaukee Urban League Annual Laptop Awards Ceremony," at the Milwaukee County Zoo Peck Pavilion. GMUL President and CEO Dr. Eve M. Hall and other program supporters presented the grads with the laptops. In … [Read more...] about GMUL awards laptops to 40 students and 10 scholarships
The Milwaukee Chapter of Alpha Pi Sorority help out the homeless and families in need
The Milwaukee Chapter of Alpha Pi Sorority donated clothing and hygiene items on Saturday, January 22, 2022, to the Repairers of the Breach, 1335 West Vliet Street. This is an annual community service project performed by Alpha Pi. Mary Meredith-Bullock coordinated the event along with Chapter President Mahalia Kirk. The Alpha Pi Sorority sponsors numerous community projects as … [Read more...] about The Milwaukee Chapter of Alpha Pi Sorority help out the homeless and families in need
America’s Black Holocaust Museum receives a $10-million commitment
America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) is the recipient of a $10 million commitment made by an anonymous donor through the Greater Milwaukee Foundation. This transformational commitment is in support of ABHM’s recent announcement to reopen on February 25, 2022, and a strategic plan by NMBL Strategies that provides a roadmap to growth and sustainability for generations to … [Read more...] about America’s Black Holocaust Museum receives a $10-million commitment
African Diaspora Council delivers school supplies to students in need
On Friday, October 15, 2021, the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee's African Diaspora Council (ADC), an affinity resource group comprised of faculty and staff at UWM, presented two car-loads of school supplies they had collected for area students. The students who attend these schools often do so without the basic tools necessary for learning, like pencils and paper. Last year … [Read more...] about African Diaspora Council delivers school supplies to students in need