Wil-Mar Neighborhood Center

MISSION STATEMENT

Wil-Mar Neighborhood Center is a community-directed, non-profit organization based in the Williamson-Marquette neighborhood concentrating on enhancing the quality of life by fostering community building and partnerships; supporting life enriching programs providing opportunities and services.

RENTALS

Facility Use Rentals at Wil-Mar provide low cost meeting space to a variety of community and private groups on a space available basis.

VOLUNTEER

WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE MORE INVOLVED WITH THE COMMUNITY?

MEET INTERESTING AND FUN PEOPLE?

MAYBE LEARN SOMETHING ALONG THE WAY?

Currently we have several volunteer opportunities available.

Volunteers have continued to be the backbone of the Wil-Mar Neighborhood Center. The success of our programs and fund-raisers depend on the dedication of these individuals.
If you are interested in helping out you can contact Mamie at 257-4576.
Thank You!

DONATIONS

YOUR DONATION CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
Your donation will help us continue to provide a wide array of services to area youth, adults and elders each year. Even a small donation makes a difference.

To make a contribution, please send your check - payable to Wil-Mar Neighborhood Center.

wil-mar@wil-mar.org

Executive Director:
Gary Kallas
garyk@wil-mar.org

Assistant/ Youth Program Director:
Ken
kenk@wil-mar.org

Administrative Assistant:
Stacie
stacieh@wil-mar.org

Program Coordinator:
Mamie
mamieo@wil-mar.org

Wil-Mar Neighborhood Center

YOUTH
PROGRAMS

MEETING
SPACE

SENIOR
PROGRAMS




NEWS
2010 Neighborhood festival dates announced!
MNA Marquette Waterfront Festival Saturday - Sunday, June 12 - 13 Yahara Place Park Wil-Mar Neighborhood Center's La Fête de Marquette Thursday - Sunday, July 8 - 11 MNA Orton Park Festival Friday - Sunday, August 27 - 29 Wil-Mar Neighborhood Center/Common Wealth Develolpment Willy St. Fair Saturday - Sunday, September 25 - 26 Contact Bob Queen for more information or if you're interested in volunteering to help, or visit the festivals page on Facebook.

ABOUT WIL-MAR

The After School Program is a State Licensed and City Accredited Day Care for youth ages
5-12. A Parent Advisory Board allows for increased parental input to the program. Structured activities and a well balanced meal are provided each day.

Community Assistance - The Second Chance program provides opportunities for work experience and personal enhancement to individuals who may not have the background or references to transition into full employment

The Food Pantry is open on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 1:00-3:00 pm . The pantry serves the 53703 and 53704 zip codes. People must show identification for themselves and each member of their family, and may use the pantry once every 30 days.

A hot, nutritious Free Community Meal is served each Saturday from 11:30 am-12:30 pm. The meal is prepared by 5 volunteer groups: Forest Product Lab Forestette Group, Lake Edge United Church of Christ, St. Stephen's Lutheran Church, Downtown Kiwanis Club, and Monona-Madison Kiwanis Club.

Wil-Mar's Senior Nutrition & Recreation Program offers a lunch Monday through Friday at noon. The meals are home-made by Wil-Mar's cook. The seniors play Euchre, '500', and Bingo, and enjoy trips, socializing and speakers.

Wil-Mar works with Common Wealth Development's Youth Business Mentoring Program and Community Adolescent Programs to offer the Teen Employment Program. Neighborhood teens are offered opportunities to gain training, experience and guidance through part-time employment.

Students Organized Around Responsibility is a program for middle and high school youth that provides safe, fun recreation and promotes personal and civic responsibility.

The Summer Youth Recreation Program offers a wide range of activities for 5-12 year olds: arts & crafts, games, field trips, swimming lessons, and much more. Breakfast, lunch and an afternoon snack are also included.

Wil-Mar Neighborhood Center | 953 Jenifer St. | Madison, WI 53703 | Phone: (608) 257-4576 | Fax: (608) 257-1052