The United Way of Northern Ozaukee County is committed to funding
programs that help our neighbors. Over 85% of funds raised go back
into the community.
Following is a list of the 16 agencies and programs we currently
support in Northern Ozaukee County. Many of these agencies offer
other programs that are not funded by the United Way of Northern
Ozaukee County. If you would like additional information, please
click on the links that follow each agency program.
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Advocates of Ozaukee
Children's Program
262-284-3577 www.advocates-oz.com
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- Children’s program offers services of intervention
and prevention to children who witness domestic violence.
- Goal: Help children discuss experiences and feelings dealing
with violence in their home and find ways to feel safe.
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Fact:
34 Saukville, Port Washington, Fredonia, & Belgium children
served in 2004.
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American Red Cross
Greater Milwaukee Chapter
262-387-0717
800-236-8680
www.redcrossinsewis.org
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- To provide relief to victims of disasters and help people
prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies.
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Fact:
224 local residents trained in emergency preparedness and
7 assisted during disasters in 2004.
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Balance
Wednesday Night Club -
Supported Living Program
262-376-0695
www.balanceinc.org
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- Wednesday Night Club
- Supportive Living Program
- Transportation and socialization
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Fact:
52 disabled clients participated in the Wednesday Night Club
in 2004.
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Bay-Lakes Council,
Boy Scouts of America
Ozaukee Boy Scout Program
920-734-5705
www.baylakesbsa.org
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- Youth development programs build values and discipline.
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Fact: 555
boys served in our communities in 2004.
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Big Brothers-Big Sisters
of Ozaukee County
Match Me Program
262-377-0784
www.bigs-ozaukee.org
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- Match Me Program matches an adult with a needy child.
- Build self confidence and positive values.
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Fact:
104 children served in our communities in 2004.
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COPE Services
Hotline
262-377-COPE (2673)
800-540-3139 (Northern Ozaukee)
Senior Support Line
Teens/Home-Alone Line
262-377-7786
800-924-7786 (Northern Ozaukee)
www.copeservices.org
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- 3 Hotlines: Adult, Teen, Senior Support.
- Provides emotional support, crisis intervention, information
and referral.
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Fact:
315 served in our communities in 2004.
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Family Sharing of Ozaukee County
Food Distribution Program
262-377-0634
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- Food pantry and resale shop.
- Serves working poor, elderly, and disabled.
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Fact: 400
individuals served per week in our communities in 2005. Fifty
percent of the individuals served are children under 18 and
37% of the individuals served are seniors aged 65+.
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Girl Scouts of Manitou Council
Ozaukee Girl Scout Program
920-565-4575
www.gsmanitou.org
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- Youth development programs build values and discipline.
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Fact: 500
girls served in our communities in 2004.
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Interfaith Caregivers of Ozaukee
County
Client Services Program
262-284-7130
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- Client/Recipient Services Program
- Volunteer support for the elderly and disabled.
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Fact:
91 served in our communities in 2004.
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Ozaukee Council
Peer Resource Education Program (PREP)
262-375-1110 www.ozaukeecouncil.org
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- Support positive development of youth.
- Prevention, intervention, and referral for alcohol, tobacco
and drug-related issues.
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Fact:
13,450 served in our communities in 2004.
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Ozaukee County Circle of Friends
Social Respite Program
262-375-2606 |
- Social and recreation programs for special needs children
and their families.
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Fact: 48
served in our communities in 2004.
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Ozaukee County Jail Literacy
Program
GED/HSED Testing Site
262-377-7468 |
- GED/HSED Testing.
- Educational opportunities for incarcerated adults.
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Fact: 91%
of the students who completed the GED test battery passed
in 2005.
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Ozaukee Family Services
Parent Education and Support Program
262-376-7774 www.ozaukeefamilyservices.org
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- Parents as Teachers - Home visiting program for newborns
& toddlers.
- Rainbows Support - for children who have experienced death
of divorce in their family.
- Spirited Child - for parents of children who have more
intense temperament traits.
- Off To A Great Start Nurturing Program - for parents and
young children.
- Parent Education Workshop, Classes & Support Groups
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Fact:
362 served in 2005 (107 in the UWNO service area).
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Portal Industries
Alternative Day Services Program
262-377-4410 www.portalindustries.org
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- Alternative Day Services - recreational activities for
clients age 55+.
- Rehabilitation facility for adults with disabilities.
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Fact: 35
served in our communities in 2004.
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Salvation Army - Ozaukee Chapter
Ozaukee Service Extension
Emergency Assistance Program
262-365-0408 www.SAmilwaukee.org
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- Emergency Assistance
- Food
- Clothing
- Shelter
- Transportation
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Fact:
1310 served in our communities in 2004.
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Volunteer Center of Ozaukee County
Volunteer Promotion Program
262-377-1616 www.volunteerozaukee.com |
- Links people and resources.
- Recruits volunteers.
- Clearinghouse for donated goods.
- Supports volunteer programs in schools, nonprofits, churches,
and businesses.
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Fact: 1493
served in our communities in 2004. |
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