History

HeartLove Place programs began humbly 22 years ago through the inspired volunteer ministry of dedicated individuals who recognized the huge challenges facing Milwaukee’s low-income population. Fractured families, debilitating unemployment, struggling schools, increasing crime and violence, and record teen pregnancy rates plagued our urban families and youth. To overcome these challenges, the leadership of HeartLove Place relied upon Christian values and teaching to build capacity within Central-City Milwaukee residents. HeartLove Place was established in 1999, continuing and building on the success of the Partners for Youth program that began in 1989. Like its predecessor, HeartLove Place is a grassroots, neighborhood-based organization located side by side with, and committed to, the residents of Central Milwaukee and the Harambee Neighborhood. In order to provide a superior level of quality services, HeartLove Place works with several supporting and collaborative organizations.