On Thursday, September 10, 2020, Bader Philanthropies, Inc., celebrated the final days of summer with a festive and fun "Take-away BBQ" at their headquarters at 3300 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. Attendees could driveup or walk-up to choose from a selection of "hot off the grill,"foods, sides and beverages. While they waited in line, guests enjoyed live music and … [Read more...] about Bader Philanthropies hosts ‘Take-away BBQ’
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SBA presents the 2020 Minority Small Business Champion Award
On Thursday, September 10, 2020, the Small Business Administration (SBA) presented its annual Minority Small Business Champion Award to Diamond Discs International President Ugo Nwagbaraocha at Diamond Discs International offices, 9300 W. Heather Ave. Ugo is not only the President of the National Association of Minority Contractors- Wisconsin and Chairman of the Business … [Read more...] about SBA presents the 2020 Minority Small Business Champion Award
St. Ann Center hosts Free Refreshment Fridays: Eat, Drink, & Be Healthy
Every Friday in September, St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care-Bucyrus Campus, 2450 W. North Ave. will be hosting "Free Refreshment Fridays." The regular event will allow locals to explore the grounds and walkways of the campus, and get some fresh air and exercise in a safe environment. The events will include a free beverage, healthy snacks, live music and … [Read more...] about St. Ann Center hosts Free Refreshment Fridays: Eat, Drink, & Be Healthy
WestCare Wisconsin holds ‘Drive-Thru Resource Fair & Food Pantry’
From August 5 - September 17, 2020, West Care Wisconsin, Feeding America, and the Greater Milwaukee Foundation have been hosting a regular "Drive-Thru Resource Fair and Food Pantry," at the Clinton Rose Senior Center, 3045 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. During this event, families in need can drive up to access WestCare's food pantry as well as other services … [Read more...] about WestCare Wisconsin holds ‘Drive-Thru Resource Fair & Food Pantry’
AABN culminates Black Breastfeeding Week with virtual ‘7th Annual Lift-Up Every Baby!’
On Sunday, August 30, 2020, for the 7th year in a row, the African American Breastfeeding Network, Inc., presented their annual "Lift-Up Every Baby," event. While traditionally the event is held with a group outdoors, this year due to COVID-19 the event was held virtually via ZOOM. The event broadcast live from Alice's Garden, 213 N. 21st Street, while more than 50 families … [Read more...] about AABN culminates Black Breastfeeding Week with virtual ‘7th Annual Lift-Up Every Baby!’
Iota Psi Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. & Skybox Bar hosts ‘The New Normal: Back-to-School Resource Fair’
On Saturday, August 29, 2020, the Iota Psi Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., and Skybox Sport Bar owners Royce and ToiLisa Lockett (top-left photo, left) hosted "The New Normal: Back-to-School Resource Fair," at Skybox Sports Bar, 2213 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. School supplies and educational resources that were donated by Iota Psi Sigma Chapter of … [Read more...] about Iota Psi Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. & Skybox Bar hosts ‘The New Normal: Back-to-School Resource Fair’
City of Milwaukee Health Department hosts back to school health fairs
On Monday, August 31, 2020, the City of Milwaukee Health Department hosted its annual "Back-to-School Fair" at four different locations in Milwaukee. At this location, Hopkins Lloyd School, 1503 W. Hopkins St., students were given school supplies, book bags, masks, and hand sanitizer along with community education materials. The Health Department partnered with United Way of … [Read more...] about City of Milwaukee Health Department hosts back to school health fairs
Anthem hosts Back-to-School Drive-Thru event
On Saturday, August 22, 2020, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Medicaid partnered with Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy to provide book bags, school supplies and produce to students and their families as part of the "Back-to-School Drive-Thru," at the Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy, 4030 N. 29th Street. On hand were Anthem members, staff of Pete's Fruit Market and retired … [Read more...] about Anthem hosts Back-to-School Drive-Thru event
Outreach Community Health Centers holds annual ‘Community Health and Resource Fair’
On Thursday, August 6, 2020, Outreach Community Health Centers will host its annual "Community Health & Resource Fair, featuring Drive/Walk-Thru Book Bag & Health Resources Giveaway," at Outreach Community Health Centers, 210 W. Capitol Drive. Children must be present to receive book bags and school supplies. This event is drive - through and walk-through only; … [Read more...] about Outreach Community Health Centers holds annual ‘Community Health and Resource Fair’
Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. hosts Juneteenth Day “Conquer COVID-19” giveaway event
On Friday, June 19, 2020, the Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. (MHSI) hosted a special event to celebrate Juneteenth Day. As regular Juneteenth Day events were canceled due to coronavirus (COVID-19), MHSI decided to host a "Conquer COVID-19 Safety Kit Giveaway," at their MLK Heritage Health Center, 2555 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Dr. The kit contained a mask. gloves, … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. hosts Juneteenth Day “Conquer COVID-19” giveaway event