Recently, our Greening Congregations Youth Corps visited the Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility for a real-world STEM learning experience. Their tour demonstrated how science, technology, engineering and environmental stewardship work together to protect Milwaukee's waterways and Lake Michigan. During the tour, our young people learned: how wastewater is collected, treated and safely returned to Lake [...]

An assortment of Tri-Block neighbors joined our Greening Congregations Youth Corps at Bethel-Bethany UCC on a recent sunny Saturday morning to learn about rain barrels. The event began in the church hall, where the Fresh Coast Guardians emphasized the importance of protecting our natural water resources. Then, the group went next door to the Community [...]

Focus on Energy is offering three new packs of energy-saving devices, fixtures and other products, and they're free to WeEnergies customers. They include a Family Room Pack, a Kitchen Pack and a Bathroom Pack. Choose the one that works best for your home. Each customer is entitled to one pack a year, so if you've [...]

On a recent Saturday morning, a hearty group of neighbors joined environmental specialists for a tree walk in Sherman Park, our own "urban forest." They learned tree identification and the benefits of having an urban forest in the community. View some photos from that beautiful morning below.

A hearty group of neighbors, organizations and other SPCA friends came together on a chilly Sunday afternoon to celebrate Earth Day in May 2026. A plant sale, handy eco-friendly information, a "stuff swap," and free egg rolls were the highlights of the day. Click below to browse some pictorial moments.

This week, the U.S. Green Building Council will recognize Ifeoluwapo “Ife” Tolorunju, Sustainability Specialist at the Sherman Park Community Association, with its U.S. Local Leadership Award for Individual Excellence in Wisconsin. This award recognizes innovative leaders across the country for their work in environmental sustainability. Ife is proud of the sustainability work he’s doing and [...]

Join the Greening Congregations Initiative Youth Corps to learn more about our green infrastructure systems and be prepared for a green career. If you're 14 to 21 years old and live in Sherman Park, Lindsay Heights or Harambee, you can gain hands-on experience in nature-based solutions and community outreach. Plus, you'll earn a stipend of [...]

RENEW Wisconsin’s Solar for Good initiative fosters the expansion of solar power among mission-based nonprofits, public schools and houses of worship in Wisconsin. By reducing their reliance on fossil fuels, these organizations are able to reduce their energy bills while combatting climate change. Applications for the spring round of Solar for Good grants are now [...]

On Saturday, February 28, our Greening Congregations Community Luncheon brought together more than 80 Sherman Park partners, leaders and residents who shared valuable resources on energy efficiency and green infrastructure. They also discussed practical tools that homeowners, congregations and other organizations can use to care for their buildings, their neighborhoods and the environment. Thank you [...]