In this most unusual and challenging of years, United Methodist Children’s Services (UMCS) managed to not only weather the storm but also expand its services to meet the growing needs of the most vulnerable families here in Milwaukee’s Washington Park neighborhood and nearby areas. None of this would have been possible without the hundreds of individuals, churches, and institutional donors who stepped up to provide assistance when it was needed most. We also salute the grit, determination, and commitment to service of our incredible UMCS staff members and volunteers who bravely accepted the heightened risks, maintained a sense of humor, and never once complained about the challenges they faced. We end 2020 with a deep sense of reverence and respect for the difficult road that so many have traveled over the past year, and we look forward to a new year of hope, healing, and bridge-building.
