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We are united in our mission to build a nurturing, thriving community where all people feel welcome, supported and a sense of belonging

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Rooted & Rising in Our Community

The Washington Park Neighborhood of Milwaukee is one rich with history. A community that came to be through the development of both a county park and industrial growth, Washington Park carries a legacy of a diverse community of people from all walks of life, with the county park as a cornerstone of the community.

But Washington Park faces challenges too, and they are ones that reflect many other parts of the city of Milwaukee.  With an unemployment rate of over 15%, and almost 50% of the population living below the poverty line, families in this neighborhood struggle with finding a sense of stability and hope.

Our Mission

Rooted & Rising – Washington Park believes in the dignity, potential and worth of all people and is dedicated to helping individuals and families meet their basic needs, establish stable foundations, and pursue their dreams. We are united in our mission to build a nurturing, thriving community where all people feel welcome, supported and a sense of belonging. 

Through quality housing, childcare, food security, basic resources, and neighborhood engagement programming, we are committed to listening to and elevating the voices of our neighbors, serving with humility and compassion, and working with our partners to build a more stable, equitable and prosperous community for all Washington Park residents. We walk alongside our neighbors to help put down roots and rise to reach our community’s fullest potential.

Upcoming Events

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“GOD BLESS this organization!”

— B.J. Sliwa

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