Neighborhood House Of Milwaukee

Mission: To inspire discovery in children and families of all backgrounds so they become lifelong learners and confident leaders among their peers, families and communities.

Founded in 1945 as a safe and nurturing place for urban youth, families and seniors, Neighborhood House is a community center in the settlement house tradition serving individuals and families at all stages of life and regardless of income. Neighborhood House reaches over 4,000 people annually through wrap-around services including quality early child care, after school programs for youth and teens, adult education for refugees, and parenting support.

Neighborhood House is based on Milwaukee’s near west side with programs at its main site as well as the International Learning Center, Safe Place at Albert Story School, and a 93-acre Nature Center in Dodge County. Neighborhood House goals align with major community initiatives aimed at helping people of all ages realize their full potential through educational preparedness, academic engagement and achievement, access to post-secondary opportunities, and family engagement in the educational process.

• Early Childhood Program – Offers children, ages 6 weeks to 5 years, year round quality care that inspires and challenges young minds, develops social and emotional skills, and gets them ready for school.
• Youth Programs – For ages 5 weeks to 18 years, NH’s youth programming features exciting enrichment activities, sports, arts and cultural sessions as well as field trips to places of interest and events.
• International Learning Program – Refugees and immigrants from more than two dozen countries come to us for English as a Second Language classes along with math, computer literacy instruction, and job readiness.
• Science Environmental Experiences – We provide science and environmental education for youth of all ages as well as their families in a fun and entertaining manner.
• Community Services – Understanding that a strong community consists of healthy individuals and families, NH offers health and wellness events and fun family adventures.
• Nature Center – The 93-acre Nature Center (NHNC) has been in the Neighborhood House family since 1969. Throughout the years it has evolved into a premier location for environmental education and hands-on exploration.