On Saturday, November 4, 2023, more than 1,100 Milwaukee-area business and community leaders, including many area CEOs, came together to attend the Greater Milwaukee Urban League’s (GMUL) Black and White Ball, which featured a performance by Grammy-nominated R&B and jazz singer Patrice Rushen. The sold-out event was held at the Baird Center in downtown Milwaukee. … [Read more...] about GMUL hosts ’38th Annual Black & White Ball’
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Milwaukee NAACP hosts’2023 Freedom Fund Dinner’
On Friday, October 27, 2023, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Milwaukee Branch hosted its annual Freedom Fund Dinner, downtown at the Baird Center 400 W. Wisconsin Ave. The Freedom Fund Dinner is the annual signature event for the NAACP which is the only fundraiser for the branch. The funds generated by the event allow for the furthering of … [Read more...] about Milwaukee NAACP hosts’2023 Freedom Fund Dinner’
Northcott Neighborhood House hosts ‘3rd Annual Trunk-or-Treat’
Northcott Neighborhood House (NNH), Bader Philanthropies, Inc., and other partners hosted the third annual "Trunk or Treat…It's About the Children and Community" event on Sunday, October 29, 2023 on W. Wright Street from N. 7th Street to Dr. Martin L. King, Jr., Drive. The Northcott Neighborhood House Senior Club members pre-packed more than 1,000 totes with candy and … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House hosts ‘3rd Annual Trunk-or-Treat’
King Advisory Inc. hosts ’28th Annual Dr. Martin L. King, Jr.,Back to School Festival’
On Saturday, August 12, 2023, King Advisory Inc., Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Community Center, and Park and Milwaukee County Parks presented the “28th Annual Together Once Again: Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Back to School Festival," Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Park, 1531 W. Vliet Street. This family friendly event featured lots of free book bags, school supplies, hot dogs and burgers, … [Read more...] about King Advisory Inc. hosts ’28th Annual Dr. Martin L. King, Jr.,Back to School Festival’
CC Sabathia visits Milwaukee to commemorate 15th anniversary of 2008 playoff run
On Friday, August 25, 2023, former star pitcher CC Sabathia returned to Milwaukee, appearing during the Brewers game against the San Diego Padres that night and commemorating the 15th anniversary of his legendary 2008 run. It's the first time Sabathia has been back to Milwaukee since 2014, when he pitched for the New York Yankees. Sabathia's Herculean performance in 2008 … [Read more...] about CC Sabathia visits Milwaukee to commemorate 15th anniversary of 2008 playoff run
AABN hosts ‘9th Annual Lift Up Every Baby’ – ‘Oh, What A Joy!’
On Saturday August 26, 2023, the African American Breastfeeding Network (AABN) hosted the "9th Annual Lift Up Every Baby!," Heritage Green at Westlawn Gardens, 6201 W. Custer Ave. This year’s theme "Oh, What A Joy!" highlights the joys of the journey of parenthood, the beauty and blessings of birth, babies and breastfeeding. The AABN’s annual Lift Up Every Baby! event was … [Read more...] about AABN hosts ‘9th Annual Lift Up Every Baby’ – ‘Oh, What A Joy!’
Spectrum awards Greater Milwaukee Urban League $45,000 Digital Education Grant
On Wednesday, July 19, 2023, Spectrum awarded the Greater Milwaukee Foundation $45,000 as part of Spectrum’s Digital Education Grant Program. A portion of the grant is being used for a Microsoft Office Certification class for students in Milwaukee. A check presentation took place during the class, and each of the participants in the class received a new Google Chromebook … [Read more...] about Spectrum awards Greater Milwaukee Urban League $45,000 Digital Education Grant
UNCF hosts ‘2023 National Walk for Education’
On Saturday, August 12, 2023, the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) held its annual "National Walk for Education" at Veteran’s Park, 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr. The "National Walk for Education" is a nationwide initiative to raise the critical funds for UNCF needs to fulfill its mission of support to its member Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU's); help … [Read more...] about UNCF hosts ‘2023 National Walk for Education’
Northcott Neighborhood House and others partner to provide books and supplies to students in the Harambee Neighborhood
On Friday, August 11, 2023, Northcott Neighborhood House, Bader Philanthropies, United Methodist Church, WestCare Wisconsin, King Advisory, Inc., and Bronzeville Cultural and Arts Festival came together to pass out 2,000 books. These partners from all over the city collaborated to provide youth with book bags and school supplies; their goal was to give out thousands of book … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House and others partner to provide books and supplies to students in the Harambee Neighborhood
Second Annual Fellowship Youth Open provides mentorships and engagement as well as golf
On Friday August 11, 2023, Currie Park golf course was the site of the Second Annual Fellowship Youth Open, a free golf clinic and competition event for Milwaukee County youth ages 12 to 18. This annual event brings together young people from throughout Milwaukee County to introduce them to the game of golf while providing mentorship and engagement opportunities for several … [Read more...] about Second Annual Fellowship Youth Open provides mentorships and engagement as well as golf