Alphabetical Listing
Education Services
Admission Possible- Greater Milwaukee 
Prepares underrepresented, low-income high school students (many of whom are students of color) for college and is committed to equality in higher education
603 N Milwaukee Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Phone: (414) 220-9450
www.admissionpossible.org/GreaterMilwaukee
Adult Tutoring 
If you are an adult and looking for a tutor or you are interested in becoming a volunteer tutor to work with an adult learner please call the Literacy Helpline at 286-3117 for more information. The Milwaukee Public Library offers adults help in improving their reading, writing, math, GED and English speaking skills at the following locations:
Center Street Library, 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave. 414-286-3090.
Forest Home Library, 1432 W. Forest Home Ave. 414-286-3083.
Mill Road Library, 6431 N. 76th St. 414-286-3088.
Tippecanoe Library, 3912 S. Howell Ave. 414-286-3085.
Washington Park Library, 2121 N. Sherman Blvd. 414-286-3066.
Agape Community Center- Ministry Health Care 
Provides free clinic services and works to enhance quality of life in Northwest neighborhoods; includes an initiative to promote homeownership / home rehabilitation while making neighborhood connections
6100 N 42nd Street
Milwaukee, WI 53209
Phone: (414) 464-4440
www.ministryhealth.org/agape/home.nws
Black Health Coalition of Wisconsin 
The mission of the Black Health Coalition of Wisconsin, Inc. is to improve the health status of African Americans in the state of Wisconsin and to insure equitable and comprehensive health for all people.
Black Health Coalition of Wisconsin
3020 W. Vliet Street
Milwaukee, WI 53208
Phone: (414) 933-0064
http://www.bhcw.org/
Center for Veterans Issues
Based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the Center for Veterans Issues, Ltd. (CVI) is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit veteran’s administration and management organization. CVI supports the concerns of all veterans by providing information, resources, identification of funding, technical assistance and organizational development to veteran service organizations. CVI also provides transitional housing to homeless
veterans, while offering many services to help veterans transition back into the community.
3312 W. Wells Street, Milwaukee, WI 53208
(414) 345-3917
http://cvivet.org/
Citizen Academy 
The Milwaukee Police Citizen Academy is a ten-week program designed to provide citizens with a working knowledge of the Milwaukee Police Department. It consists of a series of classes held once a week for three hours. The 30-hour block of instruction will include classroom academics and practical applications in law, police procedure, defense and arrest tactics, firearms training and state of art
technology used to combat crime. Tours of various police facilities and demonstrations of equipment will also be conducted. Attendees may participate in a ride-along with officers. This program will provide citizens an opportunity to ask questions about police services and to express their concerns about quality of life issues. Upon conclusion, citizens completing 80% of the course will participate in a graduation ceremony.
Milwaukee Police Department--Community Services Division
414-935-7905
http://www.city.milwaukee.gov/CitizensAcademy6486.htm
COA Youth & Family Centers 
COA Youth & Family Centers helps Milwaukee children, teens, and families reach their greatest potential through a continuum of educational, recreational, and social work programs offered via its urban community centers and rural camp facility. As a multicultural agency, COA values diversity and cooperation, and promotes personal growth and positive social interaction.
909 East North Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53212
http://coa-yfc.org/index.htm
Computer Training 
Throughout the year, the Milwaukee Public Library offers a series of free two-hour classes covering the basics of computers, including computer basics, word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, email, and internet searching are offered at every library. These classes provide instruction to those citizens who finished formal schooling before computers were widely available, and to those for whom computers are too expensive and who have subsequently had no experience using them.
Milwaukee Public Library
814 W. Wisconsin Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53233 (414) 286-3000
http://www.mpl.org/file/computer_classes.htm
Drop-In Labs for Jobseekers
The Milwaukee Public Library offers FREE open workshops held weekly for jobseekers to get one-on-one help with resume, job applications, email and job searches.
Milwaukee Public Library
814 W. Wisconsin Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53233 (414) 286-3000
http://www.mpl.org/file/jobs_index.htm#Jobs
Earn & Learn Program
Earn & Learn is the City’s program to help young people make a successful transition to adulthood by providing opportunities to develop work-readiness skills while they earn wages working in government, community- and faith-based organizations and private sector businesses.
Dept. of City Development - 809 North Broadway - Milwaukee, WI 53202
Phone: (414) 286-5894
http://www.mkedcd.org/EarnLearn/index.html
Fighting Back, Inc.
To develop effective, measureable strategies to counter alcohol, tobacco and other drug abuse (ATODA) in Milwaukee County. As a community leader, Fighting Back, Inc. aims to reduce substance abuse and provide drug-, tobacco- and alcohol-free lifestyle options for youth in Milwaukee.
1300 N. Jackson Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 270-2880 Main
http://fbimilwaukee.com/
Guest House of Milwaukee 
Empowers homeless individuals by providing shelter, housing, employment preparation, education services, case management and AODA treatment
1216 N 13th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53205-2515
Phone: (414) 345-3240
www.guesthouseofmilwaukee.org
Heart Love Place Ministries 
Provides Pro-Start Culinary Arts Program: includes hands-on job-readiness training for food and hospitality service and may offer credit for degree in Hotel Restaurant and Tourism Management
3229 N Martin Luther King Dr.
Milwaukee, WI 53212
Phone: (414) 372-1550
www.heartloveplace.org
Homework Help
Milwaukee Public Library's Homework Help program is offered at Central Library and five neighborhood libraries. Elementary and middle school students often come to the libraries looking for help with school assignments. Volunteers listen, guide them and advise them on their homework. Hours are generally week nights from 4 to 7 p.m. Call the libraries listed below for specific days and times when homework help is available. Adult volunteers are needed to mentor and work with young people in the Homework Help program October through May. If you have two hours per week to help a youngster, please call one of these libraries and ask a librarian for details.
Atkinson Library
1960 W. Atkinson Ave., 414-286-3068
Center Street Library
2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave., 414-286-3090
Central Library Betty Brinn Children's Room
814 W. Wisconsin Ave., 414-286-3091
Forest Home Library
1432 W. Forest Home Ave., 414-286-3083
Martin Luther King Library
310 W. Locust St., 414-286-3098
Villard Avenue Library
3310 W. Villard Ave., 414-286-3079
Hope House of Milwaukee
Provides services (including shelter, outreach, and education in child care, job skills, and GED) to promote independence among homeless and lower-income residents
209 W Orchard Street
P.O. Box 040905
Milwaukee, WI 53204
Phone: (414) 645-2122
www.hopehousemke.org
Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee
The Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee (HACM) has been a national leader in housing for over 60 years. HACM provides innovative affordable housing choices to over 10,000 Milwaukee families and works to assist them in achieving self-sufficiency through a wide range of economic, health and social services.
Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee
809 North Broadway Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 286-5678 - TDD (414) 286-2908
http://www.hacm.org/index.htm
Islamic Society of Milwaukee
The Islamic Society is the largest Islamic organization in Wisconsin and serves about 10,000 Muslims in the southeastern Wisconsin area. It was originally incorporated as the Islamic Association of Greater Milwaukee in 1976 and was reincorporated as the Islamic Foundation of Greater Milwaukee, Inc. in 1980. The organization has done business as the Islamic Society of Milwaukee since 1986. The organization is a non-profit religious organization.
Islamic Society of Milwaukee
4707 South 13th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53221
(414) 282-1812
http://www.ismonline.org/Center.htm
Jane Bradley Pettit Foundation
The Jane Bradley Pettit Foundation will provide funds to initiate and sustain projects in the Greater Milwaukee community. The Foundation will focus on programs and projects that serve low-income and disadvantaged individuals, women, children and the elderly. The Foundation will support charitable organizations that address these concerns through arts and culture, community and social development, education and health.
Jane Bradley Pettit Foundation
600 East Mason Street, 4th Floor
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 227-1290
http://www.jbpf.org/index.html
Journey House 
Provides community-based bilingual services that strengthen families and neighborhoods; includes job training; after-school programs, GED and English Language Learning classes
1900 W. Washington Street
Milwaukee, WI 53204
Phone: (414) 647-0548
www.journeyhouse.org
La Causa 
Where stable communities and healthy families have the resources and opportunities to maximize personal development and self-sufficiency. MISSION To provide children, youth and families with quality, comprehensive services to nurture healthy family life and enhance community stability.
La Causa
1212 S. 70th St. Suite 115A
Milwaukee, WI, 53214
(414) 902-1500
http://lacausa.org/home
Landlord Training Program 
The award winning landlord training program operates out of DNS's downtown office. The goal is to teach landlords fundamental ways to keep illegal activity out of their property. The classes are FREE and held on a regular basis through out the year at various locations. Attendees get a free 100 page comprehensive manual and handouts on a variety of legal and business issues related to managing a property.
- Educating Spanish speaking landlords
- Providing visually impaired landlords with large print materials
- Student Based Housing (Collaboration with UW-Milwaukee Housing Office to present a program emphasizing the issues of renting to a student.)
- Special “In-Depth” program topics
Department of Neighborhood Services--Landlord Training Program (LTP)
841 N. Broadway Room 105
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 286-2954
http://www.city.milwaukee.gov/Landlordtraining
Lao Family Community Inc.
Lao Family is a Mutual Assistance Association (M.A.A.) founded to help Southeast Asian refugees as they come to the United States. They provide service through numerous programs such as: Job Training and Placement; Education; E.S.L and Drivers Education; Citizenship Translation and Interpretation; and Youth Programming.
Lao Family Community Inc.
2331 West Vieau Place
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(414) 385-3380
http://www.nyobzoo.com/lao_family.htm
Latino Community Center 
Latino Community Center offers programming in the following areas: after school academic enrichment, gang and violence diversion, recreation, youth development, prevention programming, street outreach, summer programming, and healthy girls, Programs run not only at the Center, but also at six public schools as well as in the streets. Programming is based on best practices in the field of positive youth development to ensure effectiveness. Structured and unstructured, bilingual and bicultural opportunities reach a wide variety of at-risk youth in the area, including gang members, young girls, out-of-school youth and teenaged males.
Latino Community Center
807 South 14th Street
Milwaukee WI, 53204
Phone 414-384-8140
http://latinocommunitycenter.org/
Literacy Services of Wisconsin
Provides adult basic education with comprehensive literacy in spelling, writing, comprehension; also includes services for English as a Second Language and High School Equivalency / GED preparation
2724 W Wells Street
Milwaukee, WI 53208
Phone: (414) 344-5878
www.literacyservices.org
Make a Difference Wisconsin, Inc.
Provides education in financial literacy and money management skills for youth transitioning out of high school; targets Milwaukee area schools and engages volunteer business professionals
710 N Plankinton Avenue, Suite 310
Milwaukee, WI 53203
Phone: (414) 273-8101
www.makeadifferencewisconsin.org
Milwaukee Achiever Literacy Services
Provides services for adult literacy, English language learning, and pre-employment skill acquisition
1512 W Pierce Street
Milwaukee, WI 53204
Phone: (414) 643-5108
www.milwaukeeachiever.org
Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC)
Ever changing in response to changing challenges, Milwaukee Area Technical College is the bridge to a better future for our graduates and their employers. Over the course of our history, through pragmatic teaching and learning, we have played a rich and varied part in the growth of greater Milwaukee. MATC has been providing skilled workers for the local economy since 1912. Our junior-college division was founded in the mid 1930s at the height of the Great Depression. We were there when you needed us, we are here for you now, and we will be here for you tomorrow, building an inclusive prosperity.
MATC--700 West State Street
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53233
http://matc.edu/
African American Affairs Office
http://matc.edu/student/resources/affairs-AfricanAmerican.html
American Indian Student Services Office
http://matc.edu/student/resources/affairs-AmericanIndian.html
Asian Affairs Office
http://matc.edu/student/resources/affairs-Asian.html
Hispanic Affairs Office
http://matc.edu/student/resources/affairs-Hispanic.html
International Student Affairs
http://matc.edu/student/international.html
Milwaukee Bar Association
Provides the Lawyer and Information Service, in collaboration with the Waukesha County Bar Association, to provide free referrals to attorneys dealing with equal / civil rights issues
424 E Wells Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Phone: (414) 274-6768
www.milwbar.org/legalresources/lris.htm
Milwaukee Community Service Corps
Prepares youth for family-sustaining careers (i.e. green jobs and development of affordable housing) through paid vocational experience (includes deaf crew), certifications, and personalized education plans
1441 N 7th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53205
Phone: (414) 372-9040
www.milwaukeecommunityservicecorps.org
Milwaukee Fatherhood Initiative
Children who have an active father are more inclined to graduate from high school and pursue higher education. Children with an active father are more likely not to engage in criminal activity. Also, research has shown a direct correlation between teen pregnancy and absentee fathers. That is why I have partnered with leaders in our community – from business and education to social services and faith organizations – to launch the Milwaukee Fatherhood Initiative. --Mayor Tom Barrett
5003 West Lisbon Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53210
(414) 286-5653
http://www.milwaukeefatherhood.com/
Milwaukee Rescue Mission
In Milwaukee, when men or women with children need a safe place to go, help to rebuild their lives, a hot meal or a long-term solution, they come to the Milwaukee Rescue Mission. We are here to provide Christian care and support to people who are truly in need. Our comprehensive programs include:
- Safe Harbor, the Mission's refuge for homeless, hurting men
- Joy House, our place of safety and support for homeless mothers with children
- Cross-Trainers Academy, a K-4th grade Christian school for children in the city of Milwaukee
Milwaukee Rescue Mission
830 North 19th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53233
Phone: 414-344-2211
Fax: 414-344-6972
http://milmission.org/
Milwaukee Women’s Center
Since 1980, the Milwaukee Women’s Center has been serving individuals and families affected by domestic violence and co-occurring issues. To fulfill its mission, MWC provides emergency shelter and transportation, a 24-hour crisis line, specialized services and support for older abused women, children’s programming, and batterers’ treatment, case management to meet housing and other basic needs, and counseling to address domestic violence and substance abuse issues.
Milwaukee Women’s Center, Inc.
4906 W. Fond du Lac Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53216
Phone (414) 449-4777
http://www.mwcinc.org/
New Concept Self Development Center
Provides social services including mental health and AODA counseling, first-time offenders prevention and intervention services, test preparation for GED, and life skills training- two locations
4828 W Fond du Lac Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53216
Phone: (414) 444-1952
www.ncsdc-inc.org
Next Door Foundation
Founded in 1969, Next Door plays a vital community role by serving more than 2,150 Milwaukee central city children, youth and parents each year. Our early intervention efforts especially benefit children who may be at risk for later school failure. Next Door also promotes positive outcomes for children 6-16 years of age by strengthening academics, emphasizing relationships to family, building peer support and encouraging service to the community.
Next Door Foundation
2545 North 29th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53210
Phone: 414.562.2929
http://www.nextdoormil.org
Pearls for Teen Girls, Inc.
PEARLS for Teen Girls, Inc. is a dynamic and innovative non-profit leadership development organization serving at-risk, primarily African American and Latina girls, ages 10 to 19 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. PEARLS helps girls achieve in school, avoid teen pregnancy, and use their personal power to achieve their goals and dreams. In 2008 PEARLS served 688 girls citywide. PEARLS believes that every girl is precious with unique gifts and strengths. We also recognize that teen pregnancy and lack of education are huge challenges in Milwaukee that create enormous barriers to girls seeking to reach their full potential.
PEARLS for Teen Girls, Inc.
2100 N. Palmer Street
Milwaukee, WI 53212
(414) 265-7555
http://pearlsforteengirls.com
Project Return
Serves men and women who are ex-offenders by providing assistance for basic needs, housing, employment, education, and support groups in order to curtail recidivism in Milwaukee
2812 N 4th Street, Suite 202
Milwaukee, WI 53212
Phone: (414) 374-8029
www.projectreturnmilwaukee.org
Ready to Read with Books 2 Go
The Ready to Read with Books2Go project is an intensive literacy development program with the goal that children are ready to read as they enter Kindergarten. The program incorporates the development of the Six Skills of early literacy in children and models ways for child care providers to incorporate Six Skills development into their daily routines.
http://www.mpl.org/file/kids_childcare_index.htm
Repairers of the Breach
Sponsors Milwaukee's only nonsectarian daytime homeless refuge and resource center for single adults.
1335 W. Vliet Street
P.O. Box 13791
Milwaukee, WI 53213
Phone: (414) 934-9305
www.repairers.org
Rethinking Schools
Advocates elementary and secondary education reform; publishes educational materials and emphasizes issues of equity and social justice
1001 E Keefe Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53212
Phone: (414) 964-9646 or (800) 669-4192 toll free
www.rethinkingschools.org
Silver Spring Neighborhood Center
Provides services to enhance quality of life in northwest neighborhoods; includes ESL and GED classes
5460 N 64th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53218
Phone: (414) 463-7950
www.ssnc-milw.org
Rosalie Manor Community and Family Services
Rosalie Manor is a non-profit service agency. Under the sponsorship of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee, and in close association with area schools, churches and neighborhoods, the organization is successfully addressing a number of critical family issues in our community. Rosalie Manor is recognized as a national leader in the fields of pregnancy prevention and the promotion of responsible, positive parenting and healthy marriages. Our mission statement: Strengthening Milwaukee families by empowering parents to be nurturing and by guiding youth toward positive futures.
Rosalie Manor
4803 W. Burleigh St.
Milwaukee, WI 53210
414-449-2868
http://www.rosaliemanor.org
Running Rebels
Running Rebels provides Milwaukee’s youth with positive alternatives to gangs and substance abuse by offering a youth program that focuses on education and recreational activities. Running Rebels programs for high risk youth include mentoring, tutoring, crisis stabilization, anger management, daily living skills, an after-school and summer safe and sound program and separate programs for serious chronic offenders and firearm offenders.
Running Rebels
1300A West Fond Du Lac Avenue
Milwaukee, WI, 53205
Working Hours M-F 10-7
(414)264-8222
http://www.runningrebels.org
Social Development Commission
The SDC directly operates 18 programs designed to improve the overall quality of life for low-income people. Through its programs, the SDC provides services to approximately 100,000 people annually. The SDC targets its services to low-income individuals and families who reside in Milwaukee County. The target population includes children in single-parent households, low-income older adults, at-risk youth involved in delinquency and gang-related activities, low-income homeowners and homeless families. The SDC’s clients mirror the profile of poverty in Milwaukee.
Social Development Commission
4041 N Richards Street
Milwaukee, WI 53212
Phone: (414) 906-2700
http://www.cr-sdc.org
Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
The Teen Advisory Board of the Milwaukee Public Library is designed to involve Milwaukee teens so they can voice their opinion and help to develop and influence system wide teen library services. Teens will develop leadership, teamwork, and community awareness skills.
Milwaukee Public Library
814 W. Wisconsin Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53233 (414) 286-3000
http://www.mpl.org/file/ya_tab_index.htm
Teen Challenge of Wisconsin
Providing care for adult males, adult females, adolescent males and adolescent females, Teen Challenge has a range of programs for those demonstrating a need for intensive help with life-controlling problems. In addition, non-residential and prevention programs are made available.
Teen Challenge of Wisconsin
9236 West Appleton Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53225
414-466-4415
http://www.teenchallengeonline.com
United Community Center- Centro de la Comunidad Unida
Promotes neighborhood development in Walker Square; provides assistance to first home buyers and individual home owner counseling; also provides pre-college programs serving primarily Latino youth
1028 S. 9th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53204
Phone: (414) 384-3100
www.unitedcc.org
Urban Underground
Urban Underground is advancing a new generation of young leaders committed to building safe and sustainable communities. We advance our mission through effective and age appropriate programs, strategic partnerships, and youth-led social change projects in the areas of health, education, and restorative justice. Our programs establish key pipelines for youth leadership, help groups broaden their definitions of diversity and inclusion, and create educational models relevant to today's youth. We believe that all young people deserve access to a caring and responsible adult, culturally competent support for personal growth, and opportunities to increase knowledge and skills for the improvement of self and community.
Urban Underground
4850 W. Fond Du Lac Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53216
414.444.8726
http://www.urbanunderground.org/
Wisconsin FACETS Family Assistance Center for Education, Training & Support
Provides mediation for Individualized Education Plans, training and resources for transition, education and support to parents advocating under IDEA law for children with disabilities
2714 N Dr. Martin Luther King Drive
Milwaukee, WI 53212
Phone: (414) 374-4645 or 877-374-4677 toll free
TDD: (414) 374-4634
www.wifacets.org
YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee
Provides national program model to promote academic development, career exploration, college preparation, and leadership development among African-American youth; various sites
1350 W North Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53205-1264
Phone: (414) 265-9622
www.ymcamke.org/YMCA/participate-teen-achievers.php