Dominican Center

Dominican Center Mission: The Dominican Center works with Amani residents and partners to build a better future. They began with an adult literacy program for women. The U.S.

The Dominican Center was founded by Sister Ann Halloran, OP and Sister Anne-Marie Doyle, OP in 1995. They began this urban ministry program in Milwaukee’s Amani neighborhood. By addressing the needs of women, they hoped to make positive change in the distressed area. Through the years, the Dominican Center has been responsive to the changing needs of the community. It now serves both men and women

of all ages. Programs have expanded to include GED preparation, financial literacy, job skills, home ownership, health and safety. In August 2012, DCW was named the lead community based organization for the Building Neighborhood Capacity Program (BNCP). Departments of Justice, Education, Housing and Urban Development, and Treasury support this program, with technical assistance provided by the Center for the Study of Social Policy. The Amani neighborhood is one of eight neighborhoods selected nationwide. The BNCP Amani neighborhood objective is to cultivate a resident-led community revitalization plan to improve education, employment, housing, health and safety. Successful resident engagement and leadership programs are integral to neighborhood revitalization.

🖤❤️💛💚 Dominican Center Holiday Closure Notice 💚💛❤️🖤In observance of Juneteenth, the Dominican Center will be closed on F...
06/19/2026

🖤❤️💛💚 Dominican Center Holiday Closure Notice 💚💛❤️🖤

In observance of Juneteenth, the Dominican Center will be closed on Friday, June 19.

We will resume normal business hours on Monday, June 22.

As we commemorate this important day in American history, we encourage everyone to take time to reflect on the significance of freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of equity and justice.

We wish our community a meaningful and reflective Juneteenth.

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🥕🍎 Our first Mobile Food Pantry is officially underway!If you live in the 53206 area, stop by and pick up fresh food and...
06/17/2026

🥕🍎 Our first Mobile Food Pantry is officially underway!

If you live in the 53206 area, stop by and pick up fresh food and groceries while supplies last.

📍 Dominican Center
2470 W. Locust Street, Milwaukee

⏰ We’re here until 2:00 PM today…or until supplies last.

Help us spread the word to your neighbors and friends. We look forward to seeing you!

📢 Event Update: Aldermanic Walk PostponedDue to weather, our Aldermanic Walk with DiAndre Jackson has been postponed.Ple...
06/17/2026

📢 Event Update: Aldermanic Walk Postponed

Due to weather, our Aldermanic Walk with DiAndre Jackson has been postponed.

Please join us on:

📅 Tuesday, June 24, 2026
🕒 3:00 PM

This is a great opportunity for residents to walk the neighborhood, share concerns, highlight community strengths, and discuss priorities directly with Alderman Jackson.

We appreciate your flexibility and look forward to seeing you on June 24!

For questions, please contact Dominican Center.

Thank you for helping us work together to build a stronger Amani neighborhood. 💚

🥕🍎 FREE Mobile Food Pantry Coming to Amani on today! Starts in 30 minutes! 🍞🥛Mark your calendars! Our first Mobile Food ...
06/17/2026

🥕🍎 FREE Mobile Food Pantry Coming to Amani on today! Starts in 30 minutes! 🍞🥛

Mark your calendars! Our first Mobile Food Pantry of the season is happening TODAY, Wednesday, June 17 from 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM at the Dominican Center, located at 2470 W. Locust Street.

Amani families can receive free meat, dairy, fresh produce, pantry staples, and more while supplies last. Items are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, so we encourage you to arrive early.

📅 Today, Wednesday, June 17, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
📍 Dominican Center, 2470 W. Locust Street

Additional pantry dates:
• July 15, 2026
• August 19, 2026

Thank you to our partners at Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin, Amani United, and Milwaukee Diaper Mission for helping make this resource available to our community.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with your neighbors! 💚

💚 Thank You for Turning Blu Green! 💚What an amazing evening at BluTender: Battle of the Bartenders!Thanks to your genero...
06/16/2026

💚 Thank You for Turning Blu Green! 💚

What an amazing evening at BluTender: Battle of the Bartenders!

Thanks to your generosity, we raised nearly $3,000 to support Dominican Center’s work in the Amani neighborhood.

🏆 Congratulations to Julia Wilson, our 2026 BluTender Champion! Thank you to Julia and Alderman Russell Stamper II for bringing energy, fun, and friendly competition to the event.

We are grateful to everyone who attended, donated, tipped, sponsored, volunteered, and supported this event. Every dollar raised helps strengthen our community through housing, economic opportunity, community engagement, and resident-led revitalization.

Together, we’re building a stronger Amani. 💚

📸 Check out some highlights from the evening below!

🚶🏾‍♀️🚶🏾‍♂️ Walk My Block: Amani Neighborhood WalkAmani residents, join us on Wednesday, June 17 at 3:30 PM for a neighbo...
06/16/2026

🚶🏾‍♀️🚶🏾‍♂️ Walk My Block: Amani Neighborhood Walk

Amani residents, join us on Wednesday, June 17 at 3:30 PM for a neighborhood walk with 7th District Alderman DiAndre Jackson and representatives from City service departments.

This is an opportunity to walk the neighborhood together, identify concerns, share ideas, and connect directly with City leaders about the issues that matter most to our community.

📍 Meet at the corner of 21st & Chambers
🗓️ Wednesday, June 17, 2026
⏰ 3:30 PM

Together, we can help shape the future of Amani by highlighting neighborhood needs, sharing our vision, and strengthening our community.

We hope to see you there! 💚

🥕🍎 FREE Mobile Food Pantry Coming to Amani TOMORROW June 17! 🍞🥛Mark your calendars! Our first Mobile Food Pantry of the ...
06/16/2026

🥕🍎 FREE Mobile Food Pantry Coming to Amani TOMORROW June 17! 🍞🥛

Mark your calendars! Our first Mobile Food Pantry of the season is happening tomorrow, Wednesday, June 17 from 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM at the Dominican Center, located at 2470 W. Locust Street.

Amani families can receive free meat, dairy, fresh produce, pantry staples, and more while supplies last. Items are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, so we encourage you to arrive early.

📅 TOMORROW, Wednesday, June 17, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
📍 Dominican Center, 2470 W. Locust Street

Additional pantry dates:
• July 15, 2026
• August 19, 2026

Thank you to our partners at Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin, Amani United, and Milwaukee Diaper Mission for helping make this resource available to our community.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with your neighbors! 💚

Battle of the Bartenders on June 15th!Our silent auction is open now! If you want to wait until the event to bid, you ca...
06/15/2026

Battle of the Bartenders on June 15th!

Our silent auction is open now! If you want to wait until the event to bid, you can register ahead of time. Items include: http://e.givesmart.com/events/Prj

A Night at the Flower Bee Farm: Pick 24 stems at sunset and capture the moment with a 30-minute professional photo session with photographer Krista Starr. Must be used July 31.

From Page to Stage: Two tickets to Milwaukee Repertory Theater and a $25 Barnes & Noble gift card.

Summer Reset: A 60-minute facial at Pink Lemonade, Aveda Botanical Repair travel set, Aveda travel bag, and mouth tape for better sleep.

Sip & Savor Milwaukee Style: A $100 Bartolotta Restaurants gift card and a $25 tasting at Ray's Liquor.

Festival Season Pass: Two Summerfest passes and two GermanFest passes.

Grow Your Own Happy Hour: Bacardi, an On the Rocks canned mojito, a live mint plant, and a curated gift basket.

Summer Play Date: A $30 Nugget Nation gift card and 2 Milwaukee Play Passports.

Summer Entertaining: A wooden 6-pack caddy, 2 six-packs of Summer Shandy, and 2 kitchen towels.

Every dollar raised supports Dominican Center's work in Amani. Dominican Center receives 10% of all bar sales during the event, and 100% of tips go directly to our mission, so every drink you order and every tip you leave makes a real difference.

We hope to see you there!

TONIGHT’S THE NIGHT! 🍸💚We’re excited to welcome you to BluTender: Battle of the Bartenders benefiting Dominican Center a...
06/15/2026

TONIGHT’S THE NIGHT! 🍸💚

We’re excited to welcome you to BluTender: Battle of the Bartenders benefiting Dominican Center and the Amani neighborhood.

Doors open at 5:30pm at Blu at the Pfister.

Last minute RSVP:
🎟 https://bit.ly/DominicanCtr2026

Address

2470 W Locust Street
Milwaukee, WI
53206

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 2pm

Telephone

+14144449930

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