United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County

We are looking for volunteers for Project Homeless Connect!

We will be hosting this event in Milwaukee on Thursday, October 17 from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. and in Waukesha on Tuesday, October 22 from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Volunteers for both events will assist individuals by connecting them with resources and services provided throughout the event.

Learn more and pre-register today!

Milwaukee & Waukesha Project Homeless Connect Make an impact in the lives of people experiencing homelessness. Give. Advocate. Volunteer. Today!

Next Door - Milwaukee's Pathways Program is a United Way-funded program that allows adults interested in pursuing a career in early childhood education to receive paid, on-the-job training and for existing employees, the opportunity to pursue certifications and degrees at no cost to them.

For Dominiquia, this program allowed her to pursue her interest in childhood education and move into a career as an assistant teacher. She is now taking additional credentials at MATC with goals to receive a bachelor's degree and to become a lead teacher at Next Door.

Read Dominiquia's full story: https://unitedwaygmwc.org/Stories/Reducing-Barriers-to-Employment-Advancement-Dominiquia

Thank you to our 2024 Back-To-School Supply Vendors who allow us to purchase backpacks and school supplies at bulk rates making our financial donations stretch to support even more students!

We appreciate our partnership with Associated Bag, DollarDays, Fenrici Brands, and HDI Wholesale who provide fantastic quality and service, while prioritizing community.

Thank you, Milwaukee Business Journal, for covering our 2024 Community Campaign!

United Way aims to raise $57.5M

Join our Donor Network, Pride United, for the 2nd Annual Pride Homecoming!

Celebrate with us and "Party with a Purpose" to support United Way's Safe and Stable Homes key initiative.

This event is on Saturday, September 21 at the Denizen MKE and fellow advocates for housing stability will be coming together for celebration and purpose.

Enjoy food trucks, an ice cream cart, a wine pull, and a photobooth in a space where all are welcome.

Register today!

Pride United Homecoming United Way's Pride United held a Pride Homecoming! This inclusive, party-style event included dancing, appetizers, cocktails and more.

United Way's initiative, Reducing Barriers to Employment & Advancement, is anchored in the belief that all adults of working age should have the opportunity to start stable careers.

We all know what it means to have a good job. It allows you the opportunity to support and provide for your family.

And there is nothing more dignified than that.

Learn more: https://unitedwaygmwc.org/Reducing-Barriers-to-Employment-and-Advancement

Our 2024 Community Campaign is here!

Yesterday evening in the atrium of the Fiserv Forum, United Way gathered with our community to announce and celebrate our 2024 Community Campaign goal: $57.5 million!

Thank you to our event sponsor, George and Karen Oliver and beverage sponsor, Molson Coors.

Special thank you to our co-chairs, John Florsheim (Weyco Group), Craig Jorgensen (VJS Construction Services), Scott Turner ( Children's Wisconsin), and DeVona Wright Cottrell (GMR Marketing), who are supported by our 2024 Campaign Cabinet.

We look forward to seeing your organization, company, and individual campaigns to help us reach our goal.

Together, we are connecting people to possibilities.

Learn more: https://unitedwaygmwc.org/Voices-United/2024-Community-Campaign

Photos: Front Room Studios

In early 2022, United Way brought together mental health experts to collaborate on solutions for youth mental health within our community. Advice and guidance came from local, state, and national experts, as well as those with lived experience. Together, we launched a new initiative, Teen Mental Wellness: Empowering Minds.

We can change lives of high school students by focusing on prevention, equity, and access to mental health services.

Learn more: https://unitedwaygmwc.org/Teen-Mental-Wellness-Empowering-Minds

Mark your calendars to attend this event and bring brand new items, still in their original packaging such as deodorant, socks and baby wipes to the event. These items will be included in mental health and hygiene kits.

Who’s ready for 40+ fitness classes & experiences, cooking demonstrations, panel discussions, youth sports activities, 50+ vendors AND Packers legend, Donald Driver leading his Driven Elite HIIT Workout LIVE?! 💪🔥

It’s almost time for PULSE ✨ powered by Aurora Health Care and Milwaukee World Festival, Inc

Register for FREE today at MilwaukeeWorldFestival.com/Pulse

United Way's Emerging Leaders is excited to present Executive Panel: Building Connections on Tuesday, September 24 at 4:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m. at the Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel.

Our panel of prominent executives will share their insights and strategies for building powerful networks that can elevate both your career and philanthropic ambitions.

Panelists include:
Cecelia Gore, Brewers Community Foundation
David Gay, EY
Valerie Vidal, Meta House, Inc.

Our President & CEO, Amy Lindner, will moderate the discussion.

Register at: https://unitedwaygmwc.org/Emerging-Leaders/Executive-Panels

United Way's Donor Network, Pride United, invites you to join them for a night of fun and inclusivity at Pride Homecoming!

Meet members of Pride United while you enjoy food trucks, an ice cream cart, a wine pull, a photobooth, and more.

Celebrate with us and "Party with a Purpose" to support United Way's Safe and Stable Homes key initiative.

Mark your calendar and register today for Pride Homecoming on Saturday, September 21 from 7 p.m.-11:00 p.m. at the Denizen MKE.

We look forward to seeing you at this welcoming celebration for everyone!

Pride United Homecoming United Way's Pride United held a Pride Homecoming! This inclusive, party-style event included dancing, appetizers, cocktails and more.

Thank you WISN 12 NEWS for covering the Backpack Coalition event with Milwaukee Building & Construction Trades Council, AFL-CIO this morning!

Nearly 5000 backpacks stuffed with supplies for Milwaukee schools Milwaukee students in need will receive new backpacks filled with essential school supplies through a collaborative effort by United Way and local partners

Today, representatives of the Milwaukee Building & Construction Trades Council, AFL-CIO helped to load trucks and deliver over 4,900 backpacks to 16 Milwaukee Community Schools Partnership schools.

We are excited to support this event coming up in September!

See details below.

Horicon Bank believes in helping our communities reach their full potential and giving back! This upcoming festival is a perfect example of business and community coming together to make a real impact.

PULSE - A Health & Wellness Fest For All comes to Henry Maier Festival Park on Sunday, September 8 powered by Aurora Health Care and Milwaukee World Festival, Inc!

This FREE community event will feature group workouts, cooking demonstrations, panel discussions, youth sports activities, 50+Health & Wellness Vendors, and more! Plus, you don’t want to miss a special workout led by Green Bay Packers legend, Donald Driver! 🏈

PULSE attendees are also strongly encouraged to expand the impact of the community giveback by bringing brand new items (still in their original packaging) such as deodorant, socks and baby wipes to the event to be included in mental health and hygiene kits.

This event supports United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County, Kradwell School and Sojourner Family Peace Center.

Register for free now: www.milwaukeeworldfestival.com/pulse/

Techquity’s vision is simple: To ensure the digital equity and inclusion of every resident in Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington, and Waukesha counties. Techquity pursues digital equity and inclusion for all via three strategies: Broadband, Devices, and Skills.

Through community partnership, Techquity connects stakeholders from all sectors, including business, government, education, and social services, to promote digital equity and inclusion.

Learn more: https://unitedwaygmwc.org/Techquity

Check out this Diaper Bank Drive that starts today!

Starting next week, the Milwaukee Justice Center AmeriCorps, in partnership with United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County, will host a diaper drive for the community. Next time you're at the courthouse, drop off some diapers at the G9 info desk!

United Way's Safe and Stable Homes supports programs that will end family homelessness in our community.

Ending family homelessness is about changing the way our systems respond when a family is faced with losing their home.
Our focus is on proactively working upstream to prevent family homelessness whenever possible. In instances where a family does experience homelessness, our robust support system ensures swift re-housing within a few days or weeks, coupled with long-term wraparound support to foster stability.
We recognize that crises, such as home fires or a mother escaping a suddenly violent environment, can tragically lead to family homelessness that can’t be predicted or prevented. The goal of ending family homelessness does not guarantee that families will never face homelessness.
Your support helps us create a community where homelessness is brief and rare, and families have the resources they need to overcome unforeseen challenges.

Learn more and support today at: https://unitedwaygmwc.org/Safe-and-Stable-Homes

Photo: Family Promise of Waukesha County

Thanks to the Milwaukee Chinese Community Center 密城华人社区中心 for making United Way their official charity partner for the 2023 Milwaukee Dragon Boat Festival!

As part of their commitment to giving back to the community, they contributed $4,000 from the festival to support the work of United Way.

A check presentation took place on Saturday, August 10 at the 2024 Dragon Boat Festival opening ceremony.

Pictured L to R:
Olivia Wang, Public Relations, Milwaukee Chinese Community Center
Annie Hernandez, United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County
Ken Hong, President of Milwaukee Chinese Community Center

United Way was thrilled to be part of the Waukesha County Business Alliance BIG One Golf Outing again this year!

Check out all the photos including our booth below.

Congratulations to Judie Taylor, DUECO, on being honored as the Corporate Volunteer of the Year from BizTimes Milwaukee!

Judie has been a long-time supporter of United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County. She is on the Board of Directors and was a past Campaign Cochair.

Learn more: https://biztimes.com/winners-announced-for-2024-nonprofit-excellence-awards/

Come celebrate with us at the 2024 Pride United Homecoming!

Join the Donor Network, Pride United, on Saturday, September 21 for a night of fun and inclusivity at the Denizen MKE. Come and enjoy food trucks, an ice cream cart, wine pull, photobooth, and more.

Grab your tickets now and be part of a welcoming celebration for everyone.

Pride United Homecoming United Way's Pride United held a Pride Homecoming! This inclusive, party-style event included dancing, appetizers, cocktails and more.

Are you one of the million people who have used FreeWill to plan for your future?

If not, join the movement during Make-A-Will Month this month — it’s a simple way to protect the people you love and make a lasting impact on United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County: https://www.freewill.com/unitedway.

Check out the Back to School Health Fair coming up this Saturday!

The Back to School Health Fair is just a few days away! We couldn’t bring this event to our community without the generous support of our sponsors.

🌟 A big thank you to Molina Healthcare of Wisconsin, Chorus Community Health Plans, Managed Health Services (MHS) - Wisconsin, United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County, iCare - Independent Care Health Plan, and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield for help us make this event possible! 🌟

Make sure to stop by and visit them all this Saturday! ➡️ More event information at milwaukee.gov/BTSHF

Thank you to everyone who stopped out today to help us Fill the Bus!

Special thank you to our sponsors, First Student and Walmart.

Congratulations to Stacy Williams, Director and Senior Investment Consultant with Hodge Williams Group at Baird, on her appointment to the United Way Women United Global Leadership Council.

The Women United Global Leadership Council serves as an advisory body providing strategic recommendations to United Way Worldwide as well as a key mobilizer engaging women leaders to advance gender equity and advocate for access to quality, affordable, educational childcare. The group also supports the growth of Women United globally.

This council is an advisory body dedicated to creating opportunities for women in nearly 200 communities across the globe.

Learn more: https://unitedwaygmwc.org/Voices-United/Stacy-Williams-Appointed-to-United-Ways-Women-United-Global-Leadership-Council

Our 2024 Community Campaign Kickoff is almost here!

Join us in the Atrium of Fiserv Forum on Thursday, August 29 at 5:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. as our campaign co-chairs share messages of inspiration and more.

Discover how you can help us reach this year’s campaign goal.

Register today!

Campaign Kickoff Celebration 5:00 - 5:30pm  Registration & Networking 5:30 - 6:30pm  Program 6:30 - 7:30pm  Reception Hors d’ oeuvres and beverages will be served.

Grab your school supplies and make a donation at Fill the Bus this Saturday, August 3!

School supplies can be donated at New Berlin and Waukesha Walmart Supercenters to support local students this new school year.

All donations should be dropped off to the Big Yellow School Bus located in the front of the Walmart!

More details at:
https://unitedwaygmwc.org/Events/Fill-the-bus.htm?Occurrence=2024-08-03T09:00:00

Thank you to our sponsors, First Student and Walmart.