Sojourner Family Peace Center

Milwaukee Film October Programming Features Vampires, Election-Prep, Musical Experiences, and More

October at the Oriental Theatre brings Bite Club, Democracy Docs, and Rocktober film series, as well as meaningful partnerships with Sojourner Family Peace Center and the Zilber Family Foundation

Details Announced for PULSE, A Health & Wellness Fest For All

Powered by Aurora Health Care and Milwaukee World Festival, Inc., Sunday, September 8 at Henry Maier Festival Park

Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. and Aurora Health Care Launch Aurora Pavilion Stage and Announce New FREE Health and Wellness Fest with Special Guest Donald Driver

Even With Murder Rate Decline, Domestic Violence Homicides Are Surging

Sojourner Family Peace Center says connecting victims of abuse to resources is vital.

Supervisor Taylor Urges Community Action in Wake of Domestic Violence Homicides

Senator Baldwin Delivers for Southeastern Wisconsin in Government Funding Legislation

Baldwin secured support for affordable housing, critical infrastructure, public safety, and more

Senator Baldwin Delivers for Law Enforcement, Public Safety Leaders in Government Funding Bill

Baldwin Brings Home Over $211 Million for Dozens of Wisconsin Projects

‘Get to Know’ Brewers Community Foundation executive director at Marquette Law School, Feb. 13

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Endorses Kent Lovern for Milwaukee County District Attorney

Kent Lovern Announces Campaign for DA

Milwaukee County Chief Deputy DA seeks to replace his boss John Chisholm, who will retire.

Milwaukee Homicides Drop 21% in 2023, But Still Above Pre-Pandemic Levels

For the first time in four years, Milwaukee doesn't set new record high.

Brewers Community Foundation Announces More than $4.2 Million Raised in 2023; More than $55 Million Raised Since 2010 Inception

Alderman Khalif Rainey Won’t Run For Reelection

Council member since 2016, five candidates are already vying to replace him.

OnMilwaukee Announces “Give A Little Peace of Your Heart” with Sojourner Family Peace Center

Milwaukee Repertory Theater Names Safe & Sound Recipient of the A Christmas Carol Families Program

Plus A Christmas Carol Community Tickets Participating Organizations Announced

Baldwin Pushes DOJ to Help Address Steep Decline for Crime Victims Fund

Wisconsin DOJ faces 41% reduction in funding for crime victim assistance in FY2024

Milwaukee Attorney Benjamin Wagner Inducted into the International Academy of Trial Lawyers

Courts Still Struggling With Effects of Pandemic

Courts also dealing with knock-on effects of understaffing in the sheriff's office.

9 Milwaukee Chefs Collaborate For a Cause

Plus: BBQ for Northwest Side, Potawatomi touts new restaurant and goodbye Good Soup.

Women of Color Face Elevated Rates of Domestic Abuse, Homicide

Of 21 women killed in 2022 under abusive circumstances, 17 were Black, Milwaukee Police Department data shows.

Marquette’s Institute for Women’s Leadership publishes white paper looking at impact of pandemic on court services for domestic abuse survivors

Brewers Wives Impact Milwaukee Community Through Charitable Efforts

This Season Brewers Wives Will Raise Money Through Annual Jersey Raffle and Basket Auctions, as Well as Launch Retail Line

Third Space to Present $12,500 to Sojourner Family Peace Center

The brewery raised more than $21,000 for Milwaukee nonprofits in 2022.

Milwaukee Police Department Addresses Our Officer’s Interaction with Bobbie Lou Schoeffling

Third Space Brews Pints with a Purpose

Third Space Brewing's Pints with a Purpose program raises funds for domestic violence survivors, childhood cancer, and more with a day of community outreach and connection.

MPD Unveils Violent Crime Reduction Plan

44-page plan calls for community outreach, expanded police force and youth engagement.

**Statement of Thanks**

From Common Council President José G. Pérez March 3, 2023

Jrue Holiday, Bucks Fund Renovated Bathrooms at Sojourner Center

Lauren Holiday salutes work done by shelter for victims of domestic violence.

Milwaukee Bucks and Pick ‘n Save Team Up To Donate $50,000 Worth Of Food

Four community groups to receive donated gift cards for food

2022 Roundup: Gov. Evers Highlights 2022 Accomplishments

Meditate Milwaukee Returns to In-Person Events, Kicks Off New Year’s Day at Riverside Theater

Friday, Third Space Brewing Releases One In Four, a Collaboration Beer to Raise Awareness for Domestic Violence

Release Event Will Feature Live Music from Trapper Schoepp, a Soup Can Drive for Domestic Violence Shelters, and 20% of Proceeds Donated to Sojourner Family Peace Center

Minority Women Disproportionately Harmed by Surge in Domestic Violence Murders

Approximately half of 80 victims were people of color, despite Wisconsin being 87% white.

Gov. Evers Announces Additional $2.7 Million Investment in Domestic Violence Programs and Emergency and Homelessness Shelter Services

Investment will help make additional services available for families and individuals at risk

City Plans 27 Early Voting Sites

Council set to approve list, including Fiserv Forum and Gee's Clippers, but not all may be used.

More Chicago Hot Dogs for Milwaukee

Plus: Vendetta Coffee comes to Walker's Point, Bavette reopens, new downtown cocktail bar and more.

Marquette Institute for Women’s Leadership study finds employers can play role in mitigating impacts of domestic violence

Cocktail Lounge Planned for Downtown

A specialty cocktail bar planned for Century Buidlng at 228 W. Wells St.

Senator Baldwin Votes For Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization

Baldwin Works to Secure More Than $187 Million for Wisconsin in Omnibus Appropriations Legislation

Federal funding delivers support to local projects in Wisconsin championed by Senator Baldwin during the Congressional appropriations process

Supervisor Goodwin Condemns Rising Violence in Milwaukee County

Meet City’s New Election Commissioners

Commissioners will provide election oversight for upcoming mayoral primary.

Skylight Music Theatre’s Little Shop of Horrors Raises Funds for Sojourner Family Peace Center

Baldwin Works to Secure More Than $176 Million for Wisconsin in Senate Appropriations Package

Federal funding would deliver support to local projects in Wisconsin championed by Senator Baldwin during the Congressional appropriations process

25 Summer Resources For Kids

For recreation, classes, safety, health and healing

MPM and The Yabuki Family Foundation Partner to Help Families

$100,000 in matching funds and the donation of 4,000 Museum memberships for Milwaukee families kicks off Thursday’s Giving Day at MPM

Francesca Mayca Wegner is named executive director of Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee

Milwaukee Police Rescue Domestic Violence Hostage

Potawatomi Hotel & Casino CEO/General Manager Rodney Ferguson to Step Down

Gov. Evers Grants Thirty-Seven More Pardons

Resources for Families Coping with Violence

These resources offer support and engagement for youth and counseling for trauma.

Northwestern Mutual Contributes $225,000 to Local Nonprofits

Company employees nominate nonprofits to receive funding through Days of Sharing program

Milwaukee Hospitality Leaders to Headline Newsmaker Lunch Hour

Charter Communications Outlines Additional $100,000 Contribution to Support the City of Milwaukee and its Residents

Milwaukee Rep Raised Record Breaking $111,628 for Boys & Girls Club through “A Christmas Carol”

This year’s record breaking donation is due in large part to an anonymous donor who was so moved by the end-of-show appeal that he pledged to match all gifts given dollar for dollar up to $50,000.

Women’s Fund fall luncheon to be a “Rad Women Celebration”

Features keynote on “Being Rad for Social Change” by New York Times bestselling author Kate Schatz. Thursday, October 20, 2016 at the Italian Conference Center

Milwaukee Film Festival Announces Expected Festival Guests

Headliners include Academy Award-winner John Ridley, Emmy Award-winner Sam Pollard, The Blind Side actor Quinton Aaron, Silicon Valley actor Martin Starr, and Arrested Development actor Mae Whitman

Katie Perhach Named a 2016 Philanthropic 5 United Way Emerging Leader

Perhach and the other four leaders will be honored at an event at South Second on August 18.

Milwaukee Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton endorses Milwaukee Co. District Attorney John Chisholm for re-election

“I am proud to endorse John Chisholm for another four-year term and look forward to continuing to partner with him in making our neighborhoods safer and stronger,” said Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton

Radio Ad Blasts John Chisholm

Secretive group blames DA for carjackings, lauds his opponent Verona Swanigan.

Congresswoman Gwen Moore endorses Milwaukee County District Attorney John Chisholm

“John Chisholm has worked tirelessly for a decade to keep our community safe and to advocate for sensible criminal justice reform,” said Congresswoman Gwen Moore.

Mayor’s Design Awards

The 2016 Mayor's Design Awards recognized projects from every corner of the city.

Crime Should Be “Number One” Issue

Panel of experts discusses research on racial inequality and violence in urban areas.

Former Cop Helps Domestic Violence Victims

Rhondi Love is liaison between police and victims staying at Sojourner Center.

Milwaukee DA John Chisholm Announces Re-election Bid

The District Attorney’s office under Chisholm’s leadership has been instrumental in establishing many initiatives that not only take violent offenders off the streets, but also reduce crime.

Michael Gonring Named Alumnus of the Year by The Father Danihy Alumni Club of Alpha Sigma Nu

"I am pleased to receive this honor from an organization that has always encouraged and supported service to others," said Gonring.

MANDI Finalist Seeks Safe City For All

Safe & Sound works with residents, cops and community groups to help neighborhoods.

Sojourner Center One of Nation’s Largest

$20 million family peace center offers array of services to domestic abuse victims, families.

2016 State of the City

Hmong American Peace Academy - February 8, 2016

Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin to open new 20,000-square-foot clinic in northwest Milwaukee

Initiative part of continuing “care closer to home” strategy throughout Wisconsin

2015 Milwaukee Film Festival Attracts 70,885 Attendees for a 10% Increase Over 2014

The Allan H. (Bud) and Suzanne L. Selig Audience Award for feature film goes to Romeo is Bleeding

2015 MFF Reveals Return of African-American-Focused Black Lens Program

Showcasing fiction and documentary films from emerging and established directors in the black community. The Johnson Controls Foundation provides new financial support.

Sojourner Family Peace Center and Milwaukee Police Department to Announce New Comfort Bag Project to Benefit Children Impacted by Domestic Violence

Community resource fair to connect local organizations with individuals seeking assistance.

A Community Leader for 30 Years

Sojourner center's executive director Carmen Pitre has been helping vulnerable people for more than three decades.

Sojourner Center Will Be a National Model

The 56-bed Sojourner Family Peace Center will be the nation's largest comprehensive provider of domestic violence prevention and intervention services.

UWM Unveils Student-Built Mobile App for Milwaukee County

Officials from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) and Milwaukee County will jointly unveil a new mobile app for county services that was created in UWM’s Mobile Innovation Lab (“the App Brewery”) at a news conference Tuesday, June 4.

Politics and Poetry II set for Wednesday night

Politics and Poetry II set for Wednesday night

Greater Milwaukee community brings home another win for basic needs

Match Day 2013 raises more than $2.8M for food and shelter agencies

Chairwoman Dimitrijevic Applauds Governor Walker’s Support of the Family Justice Center

Center Would Serve Many of Milwaukee County’s Most Vulnerable