On Friday, February 23, 2024, the 39th Annual Milwaukee Black Excellence Awards was held at the Italian Community Center, 631 E. Chicago St. This year's awards honored 30 extraordinary African Americans (top photo) in our city in the fields of education, arts, culture, religion, media, community leadership, law, business and volenteerism. Among those honored were 12 African … [Read more...] about 39th Annual Milwaukee Black Excellence Awards honors outstanding local individuals
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Northcott Neighborhood House gifts home cooked meals and gifts to families on Christmas Day
On Monday, December 25, 2023, Northcott Neighborhood House hosted a festive celebration called "The 3rd Annual 'Tis the Season Family Dinners & Toys" event at their location at 2460 N. 6th St. Nearly 200 volunteers participated on Christmas Day alone. There were home cooked Christmas family meals along with toys and presents for girls, boys and teens available. Thousands of … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House gifts home cooked meals and gifts to families on Christmas Day
Holy Redeemer COGIC hosts annual community-wide toy give-a-way
On Wednesday, December 20, 2023, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin, along with C.H Mason Health Clinic, IPAMA, Holy Redeemer Institutional Church Of God In Christ and Unite WI, hosted their annual "Holy Redeemer Church of God In Christ Annual Community-Wide Toy Give-A-Way" event at Holy Redeemer Church, 3500 W. Mother Daniels Way. Anthem was able to provide toys, food … [Read more...] about Holy Redeemer COGIC hosts annual community-wide toy give-a-way
North Central Service Club visits Matthews of Glendale Assisted Living
On Friday, December 22, 2023, North Central Service Club (NCSC) members (from left) Betty Munson, Valley Hollins, Frances Utsey, and Victoria Butler visited Matthews of Glendale Assisted Living, 7325 N. Port Washington Rd. to give all residents there a Christmas present from the club. All resident received an oversized throw to keep them warm. They are pictured with two … [Read more...] about North Central Service Club visits Matthews of Glendale Assisted Living
Dr. King Community Center hosts ‘Breakfast with Santa’
On Saturday, December 16, 2023, the Dr. Martin L. King, Jr., Community Center, located at 1531 W. Vliet St., held its annual "Breakfast with Santa." The center has held the event for the past 5 years and this year more than 300 children with their families participated. Every child in attendance received a toy from the secret "Santa Room," where only children were allowed. … [Read more...] about Dr. King Community Center hosts ‘Breakfast with Santa’
Voice of the Fatherless Child brings holiday joy to families in need
On Sunday, December 17, 2023, Voice of the Fatherless Child (VOFC), a local nonprofit, helped Milwaukee families get into the holiday spirit by delivering trees, gifts and decorations to families in need. This year they stopped at 10 homes, bringing the holiday spirit to people’s doorsteps. VOFC founder Monte Mabra, said as a child he always dreamed of a Christmas with a real … [Read more...] about Voice of the Fatherless Child brings holiday joy to families in need
Fall 2023 ‘Top Teens of America’ induction ceremoney
The Milwaukee Chapter of Top Ladies of Distinction (TLOD) held its Fall 2023 Top Teens of America (TTA) induction on Sunday, December 3, 2023 at St. Mark AME Church, 1616 W. Atkinson Ave. Twenty young men and women were inducted. including Francois Adelon, Madyson Atandare-Stewart, Kaleb Josiah Avery, Alexandria N. Baker, Omar Cherrington, Jr., Askya Chipley, Mariah A. Clarke, … [Read more...] about Fall 2023 ‘Top Teens of America’ induction ceremoney
Melanin Minded, LLC. hosts ‘2nd Annual Her Life and Music-Memories’
The 2nd Annual Melanin Minded, Her Life and Music Event-"Memories", was held on Friday November 10, 2023 at Direct Supply’s Champions’ Hall, 7301 W. Champions’ Way. This event was created by Dr. Bashir Raheem Easter to honor his mother, Deloris Pitts, who was diagnosed with dementia in 2004 and was cared for by family at home while the disease advance and eventually claimed her … [Read more...] about Melanin Minded, LLC. hosts ‘2nd Annual Her Life and Music-Memories’
Street renamed to honor Rev. Claude Edwards, Faith Temple COGIC founder
On Friday, November 17, 2023, the family of the late Rev. Claude Edwards hosted a celebration in honor of the late pastor and founder of Faith Temple Church of God in Christ. He passed away in 2020 at age 96. Rev. Edwards was a pillar in our community with unwavering dedication to Faith Temple Church, where he thrived for the betterment of the lives of his congregation and the … [Read more...] about Street renamed to honor Rev. Claude Edwards, Faith Temple COGIC founder
Northcott Neighborhood House hosts 3rd annual ‘Tis the Season Turkey Dinner Giveaway’
"The Third Annual 'Tis the Season Turkey Dinner Giveaway" blessed 1,000 families with a home-cooked meal from Daddy's Soul Food & Grille on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 23, 2023, at Northcott Neighborhood House, 2460 N. 6th St. Northcott Neighborhood House Executive Director Tony A. Kearney, Sr., said, "Thank you to everyone who made this day special for 1,000 families. … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House hosts 3rd annual ‘Tis the Season Turkey Dinner Giveaway’