Watch the 2022 MANDI Finalist Announcement LIVE!
Monday, May 23 at 10:00 AM
May 19th, 2022
New Initiative Will Give Voice to Residents and Businesses While Spurring Investments in the Harambee Neighborhood
LISC Milwaukee Announces Riverworks Development Corporation to Lead the Effort
Apr 15th, 2021
Brew City Match works to retain neighborhood-based businesses with support from the Greater Milwaukee Foundation
May 26th, 2020
Brew City Match Announces Second Round of Competition
Entrepreneurs and Commercial Property Owners are Invited to Apply
Feb 11th, 2020
LISC Milwaukee and Safe & Sound to Host the 71st Crime Prevention Awards on February 5, 2020
Jan 7th, 2020
12 Finalist Named for Improving Milwaukee Neighborhoods for MANDI 2020
Developer, Park, Entrepreneurial Training Program, and more selected for the 2020 Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI)
Dec 12th, 2019
Brew City Match to launch first round of small business competition
Applications for small business loans, technical support will open June 10
May 30th, 2019
Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI) Announces 2019 Winners for Improving Milwaukee Neighborhoods
This year MANDIs celebrated its 20th year anniversary.
Apr 12th, 2019
JPMorgan Chase Commits $3.5M to Milwaukee Collaborative to Drive Economic Opportunity
Bank’s PRO Neighborhoods investment will fuel community-based entrepreneurs, business owners to extend gains of downtown development to nearby neighborhoods
Oct 9th, 2018
Six new businesses open through “Pop-Up MKE” retail shops
Entrepreneurs showcase a variety of products and services from custom made jewelry to Cream City themed apparel
Jul 9th, 2018
Innovative “Pop-Up MKE” retail spaces open for business in three locations
Entrepreneurs showcase a variety of products and services from painting classes to custom beauty products
Jun 7th, 2018
LISC/ESPN Pilot Home Court Program Grants $25,000 to Renovate a Basketball Court in Milwaukee at Running Rebels Recreational Facility
Award is part of $150,000 in new grants for basketball courts nationwide
May 9th, 2018
Innovative collaboration kicks off business selection process for “Pop-Up MKE” retail spaces
Applications are now being accepted from entrepreneurs seeking growth and retail opportunities
Apr 11th, 2018
Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation Announces 2018 Winners for Improving Milwaukee Neighborhoods
From public nominations, a volunteer Selection Committee named 12 finalists in December, and winners were announced Thursday, March 15
Mar 16th, 2018
People’s Choice Award Encourages the Public to Vote For Milwaukee Improvement Projects and Leaders
Awards Recognize Innovative Projects Improving Milwaukee Neighborhoods
Mar 1st, 2018
Local Initiatives Support Corporation Milwaukee Announces Beth Haskovec to Lead Commercial Revitalization Efforts
Haskovec will begin her new position on February 1st.
Jan 23rd, 2018
12 Named for Improving Central City Neighborhoods
Developer, Food Market, Park, Professor, and more selected for the 2018 Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI)
Dec 6th, 2017
Local leaders launch innovative program to spur startup businesses and renovate commercial districts in neighborhoods near downtown
This pilot project is intended to lay the groundwork for larger initiatives.
Oct 11th, 2017
LISC wins $2.5 million from CDFI Fund to drive businesses, jobs, food in distressed areas
LISC will seed a new small business development fund and spur healthy food-related enterprises.
Sep 27th, 2017
Milwaukee Neighborhood Innovators Win Top Honors
Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI) Recognizes 2017 winners at annual gala
Apr 7th, 2017
People’s Choice Award Encourages the Public to Vote For Milwaukee Improvement Projects and Leaders
Awards Recognize Innovative Projects Improving Milwaukee Neighborhoods
Mar 27th, 2017
15 Named for Improving Central City Neighborhood
“Unsung Heroes” Selected as Finalists for the 2017 Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI)
Dec 7th, 2016
ACRE Welcomes New Class of Minority Leaders for Successful Futures in Real Estate Development
Associates in Commercial Real Estate (ACRE) aims to change the face of development in Milwaukee
Nov 28th, 2016
Now Accepting Nominations for the Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI)
18th Annual Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI) sponsored by US Bank and LISC Milwaukee, recognize outstanding community development efforts. Nominations due October 21, 2016
Sep 14th, 2016
Associates in Commercial Real Estate Program Accepting Applications for the 2016-2017 Class To Start in September
The goal of the Associates in Commercial Real Estate Program is to expand minority representation in the commercial real estate fields of development, property management, and construction management.
Jun 16th, 2016
Minority students write new chapter in city development through Real Estate
Associates in Commercial Real Estate (ACRE) students become graduates
Jun 14th, 2016
Riverworks City Center touted as catalyst for Harambee commercial corridor
Dubbed Riverworks City Center, the new project will house several important community programs, in addition to a Family Dollar Store and other small retail.
Apr 13th, 2016
Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI) Announces 2016 Winners Improving Milwaukee Neighborhoods
Amani Neighborhood Soars with Recognitions in Three Award Categories
Mar 17th, 2016
People’s Choice Award Encourages the Public to Vote For Milwaukee Improvement Projects and Leaders
Awards Recognize Innovative Projects Improving Milwaukee Neighborhoods
Mar 7th, 2016
LISC Milwaukee Announces Hire of New Lender and Real Estate Program Officer, Renata Bitoy Bunger
Renata has extensive experience in business development, real estate and lending.
Mar 2nd, 2016
15 Named for Improving Central City Neighborhoods
“Unsung Heroes” Selected as Finalists for the 2016 Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation
Dec 3rd, 2015
ACRE Welcomes Minority Leaders for Futures in Real Estate Development, Property Management, and Construction
Associates in Commercial Real Estate (ACRE) Announces New Class of 20 Students
Sep 24th, 2015
Nominations Are Now Open For Annual Community Development Awards
17th Annual Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI) recognize outstanding community development efforts. Nominations due October 19, 2015.
Sep 2nd, 2015
LISC Selects Laura Bray as New Executive Director
Bray Brings Successes From Menomonee Valley to Broader Milwaukee Development
Aug 10th, 2015
LISC Milwaukee to Conduct Search for New Executive Director
Long-time executive director moves on to new endeavors
Apr 13th, 2015
Vote for the MANDI People’s Choice Award
The Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation highlight unsung heroes working hard to revitalize Milwaukee’s urban neighborhoods. The Wells Fargo People’s Choice Award is a new award category, and you can help choose the winner! The three groups that get the most votes will each receive $1,000. Voting ends April 14th.
Apr 12th, 2015
The Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI) launch a Social Media Voting Campaign to Increase Interest in and Knowledge of Central City Projects
Awards Recognize Innovative Projects Improving Milwaukee Neighborhoods
Mar 30th, 2015
Washington Park Neighborhood and MPD Awarded National MetLife Foundation Community-Police Partnership Award
Mobilizing Residents/Partnerships leads to improved neighborhood safety
Dec 2nd, 2014
Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI) Are Fast Approaching!
For 15 years, the MANDIs have recognized the “unsung heroes” working hard to revitalize our central city neighborhoods.
Mar 27th, 2014
