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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 99,096 people in 2021.


  • People Helped by Our Basic Needs Division in 2021

    99,096

  • Energy Assistance Applications Processed in 2021

    33,585

  • Individuals Received Milwaukee Women's Center Services in 2021

    1,025

  • Job Seekers Found Free Clothing in the Bottomless Closet in 2021

    92

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

We're grateful to be recognized in the "Diamonds and Discoveries" section of the Milwaukee Community Journal on December 7. Community Advocates CEO Andi Elliott discussed her career journey from student intern at UWM School of Social Work to CEO of the organization.

As we dive into the season of giving this month, let’s explore how the very action of giving can lead to a more altruistic life, improve our mood and even makes us happy.