Journey House Inc

Our Next Generation, founded in 1992, is a non-profit organization based in Milwaukee, WI, dedicated to providing academic tutoring, enrichment programming, and social support to students in underserved communities. With a focus on improving grades, graduation rates, and self-esteem, the organization aims to build a future of opportunity for current and future generations. Through initiatives like the Homework Club, Learning Through the Arts, and High School Connections, Our Next Generation has positively impacted thousands of students, fostering a love for learning and a positive outlook on the future. Committed to empowering youth through education, the organization strives to create lasting change in the community.Generated from the website

Milwaukee Urban League's programs operated out of the Abraham Lincoln House at 904 W. Vine Street. Community social center was developed. Industrial Relations Project established to improve job opportunities and working conditions through relationships with the business establishments. Publication 'Operation Model Affiliate Design', a comprehensive revision of MUL programs to meet community needs was published. Programs expanded and included: an apprentice program, minority business development program, teen parenting prevention initiatives, on the job placement and training, and a research department was established. New programs included: Men who Cook, after school homework assistance program, male adolescent responsibility project, older workers program, and job ride program. The first Black and White Ball was held in 1986, replacing the traditional annual dinner, the Milwaukee Urban League's main fundraising event. MUL identified four specific objectives that have been the basis of each successive Ball: 2001 opened the Academy of Business and Economics ( MULABE ), with 580 students ; largest elementary school in Milwaukee and only known school with major focus on business and economics in elementary grades. 2000 - Released "State of Black Milwaukee" and the "State of Black Milwaukee Through the Eyes of Children". In 2002, worked in conjunction with African American elected officials, took leadership role in coordinating the efforts of several community organizations who worked to improve conditions in the Midtown Neighborhood where Charles Young, Jr. was tragically beaten to death.