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Our community thrives when we work together for good. Discover how your help furthers our cause and supports our vital programs. Learn how we helped 47,968 people in 2023.


  • People Helped by Our Basic Needs Division in 2023

    45,535

  • Energy Assistance Applications Processed in 2023

    27,793

  • Individuals Received Milwaukee Women's Center Services in 2023

    2,113

  • Job Seekers Found Free Clothing in the Bottomless Closet in 2023

    282

Our Mission

Community Advocates provides individuals and families with advocacy and services to meet their basic needs so they may live in dignity. With your help we can make a difference. Learn more and get involved.


News & Notes

At Nevermore, no man is turned away. Over the years the Nevermore men have achieved remarkable success. Many of them say that the program allowed them to openly examine their personal hopes, history, and challenges for their first time in their lives. In 2023, 251 men participated in the Nevermore Batterer’s prevention and intervention program to break the cycle of intergenerational violence.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It is often experienced in silence and with stigma, making it more challenging for survivors to seek help. Recognizing the warning signs is crucial, not only for individuals who may be experiencing this trauma, but also for friends and family members who want to offer support.