On Wednesday, October 30, 2024, Employ Milwaukee (EMI) hosted its third annual fundraiser event at No Studios, 1037 W. McKinley Ave. This event is held to raise funds to help support the efforts of Employ Milwaukee as they provide programs and training that enhance job seekers to reach their career goals. The evening started with discussion that featured DNA Network, LLC., … [Read more...] about Employ Milwaukee hosts ‘3rd Annual Fundraiser’
Fundraisers
United Negro College Fund hosts ’40th Annual Walk for Education’
On Saturday, August 10, 2024, The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) hosted its "40th Annual Walk for Education" at Veteran’s Park, 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr. The "Walk for Education" helps UNCF raise funds to support black students in their education endeavors. This year's Grand Marshal for the walk was Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson. “UNCF and the Historically Black … [Read more...] about United Negro College Fund hosts ’40th Annual Walk for Education’
Outreach Community Health Center hosts ‘Dine with DOCS’
"Dine with DOCS," an Outreach Community Health Center hosted a fundraiser held on March 20, 2024, at Benihana's Restaurant, 850 N. Plankinton Ave. Outreach doctors were flipping shrimp and creating volcanoes cocktails at the restaurant. Guests enjoyed a six-course meal consisting of onion soup, salad, hibachi shrimp appetizers, hibachi vegetables, chicken fried rice, steak, … [Read more...] about Outreach Community Health Center hosts ‘Dine with DOCS’
Employ Milwaukee hosts their first fundraiser luncheon
On Thursday, October 13, 2022, Employ Milwaukee held their first fundraiser luncheon at the University Club Milwaukee. The goal of the fundraiser was to support summer youth employment, training, reentry programming and more. It was well attended and the guest speaker was Billye Aaron the wife of the late Hank Aaron. Billye Aaron has been an educator in the Atlanta Public … [Read more...] about Employ Milwaukee hosts their first fundraiser luncheon
American Legion District #5 seeks to raise funds to repair landmark
In 1931 The American Legion Milwaukee Memorial Monument was erected at Reservoir Park, 626 East North Avenue, on the east hill of Kilbourn Reservoir Park; it’s the only American Legion Star emblem of its size in the United States. The monument template was initially filled with live flowers and plants and was maintained by the City of Milwaukee Water Works Department, but was … [Read more...] about American Legion District #5 seeks to raise funds to repair landmark
Registration now open for 15th annual Run Back to School
Celebrate the start of the 2022-23 school year at the 15th annual MPS Run Back to School (RBTS). Registration is now open for the Run Back to School. Join us for this 5K run/1.5- mile walk through Washington Park to support MPS wellness and youth recreation programs. Event Information • Date: Saturday, Aug. 27 • Start Time: 9 a.m. • Start & Finish Line: Wick … [Read more...] about Registration now open for 15th annual Run Back to School
Fundraiser, meet-and-greet hosted in honor of Milwaukee County Sheriff candidate Dr. Denita Ball
On Tuesday, April 26, 2022, JCP Construction, Thelma Sias, Cecelia Gore, Sheila Cochran, Dr. Joan Prince and Faithe Colas hosted a fundraiser for residents of the community to meet and greet Milwaukee County Sheriff's Department Chief Deputy Dr. Denita Ball, candidate for Milwaukee County Sheriff. The event was an opportunity for the public and community leaders to meet with … [Read more...] about Fundraiser, meet-and-greet hosted in honor of Milwaukee County Sheriff candidate Dr. Denita Ball
Foundations for Freedom, Inc. hosts Blue Jazz Brunch
On Sunday, April 24, 2022, Foundations for Freedom, Inc., hosted "Kind of Blue Jazz Brunch," at Arts@Large, 1100 S. 5th St. The event brought supporters together to celebrate the organization's 8th anniversary and raise money for their Housing Solutions Project to strengthen and provide safe, dignified housing for women who have fled from sex trafficking and desire a hand-up to … [Read more...] about Foundations for Freedom, Inc. hosts Blue Jazz Brunch
V100.7 FM hosts Sista Strut to help support Breast cancer survivors
On Saturday, October 2, 2021 Doctoral Student and Breast Cancer Researcher Donetta Walker; University of Wisconin - Milwaukee School of Nursing Professor Sandra Millon- Underwood, RN, PhD, FAAN; and Ms. Jackie Smith stood proudly together before walking at the annual V100.7 FM Sista Strut to support women survivors with Breast Cancer. … [Read more...] about V100.7 FM hosts Sista Strut to help support Breast cancer survivors
Trinity MBC holds ’27th Annual Chicken & Fish Fundraiser’
On Saturday, September 11, 2021, Trinity Missionary Baptist Church hosted their "27th Annual Chicken and Fish Dinner Fundraiser" at the church, 2829 N. Teutonia Ave. The delicious dinner which featured fried fish and chicken, as well as sides of all kinds, was lovingly prepared by the women of Trinity MBC. Pictured are the church volunteers who help make the dinner possible: … [Read more...] about Trinity MBC holds ’27th Annual Chicken & Fish Fundraiser’