Empowering Milwaukee County residents with the resources to move beyond poverty.
For more than 50 years, the Social Development Commission (SDC) has served as a planner, coordinator, and provider of human service programs for low-income individuals and families in Milwaukee County. SDC was established in 1963 as an intergovernmental commission under Wisconsin State Statute 66.0125. In 1964, the SDC became the only Community Action Agency for Milwaukee County. read more …
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Get your taxes done for FREE if your income was $58,000 or less. Don’t fall prey to those predatory tax services. Let our certified tax preparers file your taxes for FREE. Then talk to a financial coach and one of our partnering financial institutions about how you can turn a dream into reality.
GED/HSED
It’s never too late to get your high school degree! Don’t give up on your dream. Sign up now for our FREE General Educational Development (GED) classes and start on the road to achieving you dream.
ChefStart Culinary
You love to cook. So, launch a career or just take your skills to the next level.
Our ChefStart Culinary program will show you how.
Senior Services
As your age goes up, so do your benefits. You may be eligible for programs that increase your income.
Absolute Advantage
Are you a recent graduate, unemployed or underemployed? Are you interested in entering the construction industry, receiving certification, and being ready to find a great paying new job?
YouthBuild
Earn your high school diploma and get construction experience at the same time.
Upcoming Events
Fight Poverty, Become an SDC Commissioner
The Social Development Commission (SDC) is seeking candidates to fill six district seats for the Board of Commissioners. The six elected commissioners represent the residents of Milwaukee County in the board’s important work of creating services and fighting for people in poverty. May 7th vote for your district commissioner. For more information click the button below.
May 7 – Election Day
Poverty Matters Summit Highlight
A Special Thanks To Our Appointed Partner Agencies
Our Board of Commissioners consists of representatives of three different sectors of the community. One-third of the members are appointed by public officials and a third are appointed by the private sector.
SDC does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a
person’s sex, race, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability.
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1730 West North Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53205
414.906.2700
Teutonia
6850 North Teutonia Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53209
414.963.2684
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