This summer, Riverside University High School and Milwaukee Marshall High School received a donation of high-quality helmets from the Green Bay Packers Xenith Helmet Give Back program. Riverside and Marshall each received 45 helmets and the total value of the donation was just over $20,000. Xenith helmets have a five star safety rating and will aid MPS’ commitment to … [Read more...] about Riverside and Marshall Football receive helmet donation from Packers and Xenith
Charitable Donations
Maranta Plant Shop rewards those will to help those in need
On Monday, May 10, 2021, Michelle Alfaro and Enrique Rodriguez, owners of Maranta Plant Shop, gave away 200 free plants to people who lined up for more than an hour to donate non-perishable food items. The food is being donated to the Hunger Task Force. "I was overwhelmed and fulfilled to see all the happy, energetic people waiting in line around the block to donate," Michelle … [Read more...] about Maranta Plant Shop rewards those will to help those in need
Meijer donates 6,000 turkeys to Milwaukee families facing hunger
On Thursday, February 25, 2021, Meijer, a family-owned, regional retailer donated 6,000 turkeys to Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin and hosted a contact-free drive-through distribution to community members and food pantry partners at Greater New Birth Church, 8237 West Silver Spring Drive. The event is one of several that will distribute more than $1 million (50,000 turkeys) … [Read more...] about Meijer donates 6,000 turkeys to Milwaukee families facing hunger
Bucks newcomer Jrue Holiday announced on Instagram he will donate the remainder of his 2020 salary to support black, small-owned businesses, including in Milwaukee
In the season of giving, professional basketball player Jrue Holiday of the Milwaukee Bucks has decided to donate the rest of his “2020 NBA salary to small Black-owned businesses, nonprofits, and initiatives,” according to an Instagram post from over the weekend. “With the COVID-19 Pandemic and heightened racial injustices in 2020, many of us have been looking for answers. … [Read more...] about Bucks newcomer Jrue Holiday announced on Instagram he will donate the remainder of his 2020 salary to support black, small-owned businesses, including in Milwaukee
Thank You For Helping Us Feed 250 Families!
Thank You to all our volunteers... ...And our event sponsors... ---For helping us feed 250 families! … [Read more...] about Thank You For Helping Us Feed 250 Families!
Milwaukee Times hosts first-ever ‘Baskets of Hope: A Free Holiday Dinner Giveaway’
On Saturday, December 19, 2020, The Milwaukee Times Printing and Publishing, Co. hosted its first-ever "Baskets of Hope: A Free Holiday Dinner Giveaway," at the African American Women's Center (WAAC), 3020 W. Vliet St. Pictured above at the event are (top photo, from left) WAAC Executive Director Josephine Hill; Black Excellence Committee member Nobie Reed; Feeding America … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times hosts first-ever ‘Baskets of Hope: A Free Holiday Dinner Giveaway’
Despite COVID Voices of the Fatherless Child celebrates 10 years of giving
Even with the coronavirus, Voice of the Fatherless Child celebrated its 10th year of the Single Parent Christmas Project along with sponsors, Home Depot-Northshore Location, Hupy & Abraham, Church Women United, Singer-Worldwide DG, spoken word poet Keziah Love, and many more. Voice of the Fatherless Child was able to support 5 families this year. Normally they would … [Read more...] about Despite COVID Voices of the Fatherless Child celebrates 10 years of giving
Consumer Reports explains how to give to a charity for the holidays
The holidays are a time for giving to loved ones, friends, and often to charity. But with so many people dealing with the impact of COVID-19, giving might be even more important this year. Before you open your wallet, you might want to follow Consumer Reports’ advice to maximize your contribution to help your community. Charities differ a lot in how much of the money they … [Read more...] about Consumer Reports explains how to give to a charity for the holidays
North Shore Bank donates to Neighborhood House Food Pantry
On Thursday, September 24, 2020, North Shore Bank donated $500 to non-profit partner Neighborhood House of Milwaukee in support of their food pantry serving the community. The donation was part of North Shore Bank’s "Bank on Kindness" initiative. Neighborhood House staff and kids gather for photo with the donation check and coffee and treats were provided for their staff and … [Read more...] about North Shore Bank donates to Neighborhood House Food Pantry
Oprah Winfrey Charitable Foundation commits additional $3-million in COVID-19 relief support to ‘South LA Forward’ collaboration
The Oprah Winfrey Charitable Foundation (OWCF) announced on Monday, July 13, 2020, a $3-million donation to South LA Forward, a newly created coalition of three Los Angeles based grassroot organizations - SoLa I Can Foundation, SEE-LA, and the Watts Healthcare Corporation. This OWCF donation is in addition to the previously announced $12-million donation to COVID-19 related … [Read more...] about Oprah Winfrey Charitable Foundation commits additional $3-million in COVID-19 relief support to ‘South LA Forward’ collaboration