In an effort to bring families, cultures and communities together from across Milwaukee, a positive community event will take place Aug. 14, Noon-5 p.m. at Lincoln Park. The “Thomas R. Harris Community-Wide 2010 Charity Basketball Tournament” is a one-day event featuring a 5-on-5 basketball tournament between eight teams; Milwaukee- area vendors; collegiate basketball players; and family, fun and entertainment.
The winning team of the event will receive a cash prize of $1000, and the remaining proceeds will be donated to the Sisters Network, a national African American breast cancer survivorship organization.
“This …

Time Warner Cable and Manpower employees celebrated their collaborative efforts and commitment to fight hunger in Wisconsin as the totals of their food drive to benefit Hunger Task Force are announced. At Manpower’s invitation, the two companies recently, partnered to host a “River Walk Food Challenge.” Diversity Council members from each company led the efforts with a goal to make a bigger impact toward combating hunger through a joint initiative. Employees joined together to hear the announcement made by Hunger Task Force with the totals of their joint food drive …

Benefit Day to fundraise for Breast Cancer Organization
The Wisconsin Breast Cancer Coalition (WBCC) was selected by Borders Group, Inc. to participate in a Benefit Day fundraiser on August 7 and 8, where a portion of all sales will be donated to the organization with a valid WBCC donation voucher. Prior to the event, the WBCC will distribute the vouchers and supporters can visit any of the three participating stores – Wisconsin Avenue in Milwaukee, 76th Street in Greendale, and North Port Washington in Fox Point – or purchase merchandise on …

On Monday, August 2, the National Touring Company of ‘WICKED’ will host ‘Witches’ Night Off’, an evening of adult cabaret performances featuring cast and crew members of the company. Net proceeds of the event will benefit the AIDS Resource Center of Wisconsin.
The performance will be the cast’s gift to ARCW, which this year is marking its 25th anniversary in the fight against AIDS. ARCW is home to the ARCW Medical Center, Wisconsin’s largest provider of HIV medical, dental and mental health care.
Produced by the company members themselves, the show is …

The Milwaukee Urban League’s 25th Anniversary Black & White Ball was a silver anniversary celebration to remember. Nearly 850 guests commemorated the milestone and helped raise $200,000 for the League, including $17,000 from a special appeal to purchase backpacks and school supplies to be distributed to needy children at the League’s 2010 health and back-to-school resource fair. The Ball was also the setting for special presentations by four area companies and foundations which provided another $173,000 in donations for a variety of League programs.
The Roundy’s Foundation donated $20,000 to the …

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The Milwaukee Urban League held its annual Black and White Ball last weekend. A check for $20,000 from the Roundy’s Foundation for the Milwaukee Urban League’s “Campaign for African American Achievement” program was presented by Vivian King, director of public affairs for Roundy’s Supermarkets to Ralph Hollmon, president/CEO of The Milwaukee Urban League and to Jerry Fulmer, director of Supplier Diversity for We Energies/Wisconsin Energy Corporation and chairman of the board of the Milwaukee Urban League. The second check was presented for $75,000 from MillerCoors, presented by …

Annual charity golf outing registration is open
The Fellowship Open has selected Ulysses “Junior” Bridgeman and ReDonna Rodgers as honorees for this year’s annual charity golf event that will take place on Friday, Aug. 13, 2010, at the Silver Spring Country Club. Junior Bridgeman, former NBA professional basketball star, and owner and president of Bridgeman Foods, Inc., and ReDonna Rodgers, co-founder and president of the Center for Teaching Entrepreneurship in Milwaukee , will be honored for their entrepreneurial spirit and outstanding contributions to youth in their communities. The Fellowship Open is …

Potawatomi Bingo Casino is now accepting entries from local non-profits for the 2010 Miracle on Canal Street program – the Casino’s signature community program. The application can be found at www.paysbig.com/miracle and must be received by Wednesday, June 30.
Miracle on Canal Street’s mission is to improve the quality of life for children in southeastern Wisconsin. Through funds raised from special bingo games and the generosity of Potawatomi Bingo Casino guests, the program focuses the joy of holiday giving onto those who are the hope for the future.
Since its inception in 1994, …

A former Milwaukee Brewer is going to bat for the Social Development Foundation.
Jeff Cirillo, a two time MLB All-Star who played with the Milwaukee Brewers, has announced the Social Development Foundation will be the beneficiary of his 1st Annual Charity Golf Classic this summer. The golf outing will be staged Thursday, July 22 at Lake Lawn Resort in Delavan.
The golf classic will include up to 144 golfers and will feature lunch and dinner as well as silent and live auctions. All proceeds raised during the day will benefit the Social …

BloodCenter of Wisconsin is the new home of Wisconsin Donor Network and Wisconsin Tissue Bank, making it the first and only organization in the United States to specialize in all four types of donation: blood, marrow, tissue and organs.
BloodCenter of Wisconsin has also advanced into clinical research and treatments through its newly established Medical Sciences Institute. The Medical Sciences Institute will conduct clinical research in hematology, sickle cell anemia and bleeding and clotting disorders. Eventually, it will conduct clinical trials with patients in these areas.
A public event to announce BloodCenter …