Milwaukee, WI

  • Pre-Packaged: Middle & High School
  • Custom Trips: All Ages

Learn how socioeconomic disparities throughout the city are intertwined with food and housing insecurity, while fostering relationships with local community leaders.

Overview

Your group will have the opportunity to serve alongside local organizations supporting the Milwaukee community. Community partners include food pantries, meal centers, local gardens, and intergenerational care centers—many of which are interconnected in efforts to reduce food insecurity throughout the city. During the trip, you will explore Milwaukee and spend time with community members to gain a deeper understanding of urban life. YouthWorks has partnered with this community since 1999.

Please note: All information regarding service and community engagement activities are subject to change.

Trip Types offered in Milwaukee, WI

Pre-Packaged Trips

Weeklong summer trips focused on serving the immediate needs of the community alongside local partners.

Custom Trips

Year-round service experiences for any age group with flexible start & end dates. Match community needs with your unique group.

Included

  • Lodging & Shower Facilities
  • 14 Meals
  • Community Hosts
  • Planned Service Projects
  • Service Project Materials
  • Community Activities **
    ** We arrange for free Community Activities whenever possible, but sometimes an additional cost may be required. Plan on an additional $10 - $15 per person for the entire week. Details will be confirmed closer to your trip. Individuals may also want to bring spending money for souvenirs during Community Activities or YouthWorks Store purchases.
  • Programming
  • Pre and Post-Trip Tools

Custom Trips

Pricing Varies *

Fall Retreats

3 day/2 night retreat with service projects and curriculum.

Spring Break

6 day/5 night custom mission trip with curriculum included.

* Custom trips have a $500 registration fee per group

Included

  • Lodging & Shower Facilities
  • Planned Service Projects
  • Flexible Start/End Dates
  • Custom Schedule

More Info

Partner with local organizations to meet ongoing needs in the community.

Serve through community beautification projects, weeding, gardening, cleaning and other service projects.

During the week, participants may serve at one or more of the service options.

15 passenger mini bus

Organizations we've partnered with in Milwaukee, WI