Whatever you have to give — time, funds, or your own story — there's a place for you in the Village.
Ages 12–18 in the Milwaukee area can join our Job Readiness, Career & Skill-Building, and Violence Prevention programs at no cost. Reach out through the Contact page and we'll help you get started.
Mentor a teen, help run a workshop, or support an event — individually or with a group. We'll match you to something that fits your time and skills.
We're building relationships with schools, parents and families, youth-serving organizations, local businesses and employers, barbers and beauty professionals, mentors, community centers, churches, workforce-development organizations, and funders. Get in touch to explore a partnership — referrals, workshops, internships, mentoring, donations, meeting space, and more all help.
Pick the role that fits your time, skills, and schedule.
Commit to weekly check-ins with a teen for a semester or school year. No special background required — just consistency and care.
Assist facilitators at Job Readiness sessions, Career & Skill-Building Workshops, or the Back-to-School Drive — a great low-commitment starting point.
Set up, check in guests, or run an activity table at the Back-to-School Drive and other community events.
Lend professional skills — resume review, mock interviews, marketing, or design — on a flexible, project basis.
Bring your company, school, or faith group for a one-time service day — great for team-building with real impact.
Help with outreach, data entry, or event planning if you'd rather support the Village from behind the scenes.
Tell us a bit about yourself and which role interests you through the Contact page.
Roles working directly with youth require a quick background check — we'll walk you through it.
Attend a short orientation, get matched to your role, and you're ready to jump in.
Your gift funds job readiness training, career workshops, and the safe space we're working to build.
Supplies for one Career & Skill-Building Workshop session.
Sponsors one teen through the 6-week Job Readiness Program.
Helps move the Teen Center Safe-Space Initiative forward.
Mama K's Village is currently established as an LLC while we pursue nonprofit and 501(c)(3) status, so gifts aren't tax-deductible yet — every dollar still goes straight into the programs above. This page also isn't connected to a payment processor yet; for now, reach out via the Contact page to give, or look for our GoFundMe on Facebook.
Not ready to give funds? In-kind donations go just as far.
Backpacks, notebooks, and school supplies to help youth start the year ready.
Barbering, nail, lash, or hairstyling tools and materials for our Career & Skill-Building Workshops.
Equipment, meeting space, or services donated by community partners.
Reach out via the Contact page to arrange a supply donation.
Dream. Discover. Develop.
We help youth dream bigger by believing in their potential and planting seeds of hope.
We provide experiences and guidance to help them discover their purpose and passions.
We equip them with skills, support, and opportunities to lead and build the life they deserve.