Five ways we walk alongside Milwaukee youth — from job readiness and hands-on career skills to a future safe space and community support drives.
A structured 6-week program — about 3 hours every Saturday, with an orientation beforehand — that builds practical workplace skills: professionalism, resumes and applications, interview prep, communication and teamwork, workplace accountability, career exploration, and basic financial/work-life skills.
Hands-on workshops that expose youth to career and entrepreneurship paths — including barbering, nail services, lash services, hairstyling, and other practical or creative skill areas.
A future teen-center concept — a positive place for youth to gather, learn, receive support, take part in activities, and stay engaged in constructive opportunities. Currently in development.
A community-support initiative that helps youth start the school year off right with the supplies and resources they need.
Programs and partnerships that offer positive alternatives to violence and other risky behaviors, while strengthening decision-making, confidence, conflict-management skills, and future orientation.
Programming is designed for teens ages 12–18, with activities and expectations adjusted for two age groups: 12–14 and 15–18.
Every program moves youth through the same five phases — from first hello to launching what's next.
Introduce youth and families to MKV, expectations, goals, and available support.
Help youth identify interests, strengths, talents, and career possibilities.
Build job-readiness, communication, accountability, and practical skills.
Expose youth to mentors, employers, community resources, and positive networks.
Help youth apply what they learned toward employment, education, volunteering, or future goals.
Getting started takes three simple steps.
Contact us or a school/community partner to let us know you're interested.
We'll talk with you and your family to find the right program and, if applicable, mentor fit.
Join your first session — programs are ongoing, so you can start almost any time of year.
No — programs are offered at no cost to youth ages 12–18 in the Milwaukee area.
No. Programming is designed for two age groups, 12–14 and 15–18, with activities and expectations adjusted for readiness.
Not yet — it's a future concept we're actively working toward. The programs above are already up and running.
Reach out and we'll help you find the right fit.