Skip navigation
Close All Milwaukee Public Library Locations Closed...

Friday, March 29*, and Sunday, March 31 for Easter. All libraries open on Saturday, March 30. *View Early Voting Locations & Hours

Milwaukee Public Library Hours & Locations Close

Coronavirus / COVID-19 Information

MPL’s COVID-19 Portal

clear search to browse by section

Health & Wellness General Health Information

Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests

Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order four free at-⁠home COVID-⁠19 tests. The tests are completely free. Orders will usually ship in 7-12 days.

Order your tests now so you have them when you need them.

Go to site

Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order four free at-⁠home COVID-⁠19 tests. The tests are completely free. Orders will usually ship in 7-12 days.

Order your tests now so you have them when you need them.

Go to site
COVID-19 Info Health Agencies

Amani & Metcalfe Park Community Covid-19 Vaccine Clinics

53206 & 53210

COA Youth and Family Center
2320 W Burleigh St, Milwaukee WI 53206

  • Saturday April 17th 9-1 p.m.
  • Saturday May 8th 9-1 p.m.
  • Saturday May 29th 9-1 p.m.

Wisconsin Black Historical Society
2626 W Center St. Milwaukee WI 53206

  • Saturday April 24th 12-4 p.m.
  • Saturday May 15th 12-4 p.m.
  • Saturday June 5th 12-4 p.m.

For additional info, call (414) 444-9930

53206 & 53210

COA Youth and Family Center
2320 W Burleigh St, Milwaukee WI 53206

  • Saturday April 17th 9-1 p.m.
  • Saturday May 8th 9-1 p.m.
  • Saturday May 29th 9-1 p.m.

Wisconsin Black Historical Society
2626 W Center St. Milwaukee WI 53206

  • Saturday April 24th 12-4 p.m.
  • Saturday May 15th 12-4 p.m.
  • Saturday June 5th 12-4 p.m.

For additional info, call (414) 444-9930

COVID-19 Info Health Agencies

COVID-19: Vaccine Phases and Eligibility

When can I get the COVID-19 vaccine? COVID-19 vaccine is being distributed to Wisconsin residents in a phased approach. It is important to remember that vaccine supply is limited and vaccinations are targeted to specific groups of people with a higher risk for COVID-19 infection. It will take time to reach all people within each priority population and phase.

Go to site

When can I get the COVID-19 vaccine? COVID-19 vaccine is being distributed to Wisconsin residents in a phased approach. It is important to remember that vaccine supply is limited and vaccinations are targeted to specific groups of people with a higher risk for COVID-19 infection. It will take time to reach all people within each priority population and phase.

Go to site
COVID-19 Info Health Agencies

City of Milwaukee COVID-19 Vaccine Scheduling

COVID-19 Vaccination Scheduling Welcome to the online scheduling tool for the City of Milwaukee’s COVID-19 vaccinations. This site helps identify those who are currently eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine for the City of Milwaukee.

Go to site

COVID-19 Vaccination Scheduling Welcome to the online scheduling tool for the City of Milwaukee’s COVID-19 vaccinations. This site helps identify those who are currently eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine for the City of Milwaukee.

Go to site
COVID-19 Info Health Agencies

COVID-19 Testing in Milwaukee

Ascension Resource Center: (833) 981-0711
Go to site

Aurora Health Care Center: (866) 443-2584
Go to site

Children's Hospital: (414) 266-2000
Go to site

CVS  Minute Clinic
Appointments are available 7 days a week. 
Schedule today on website.

Froedtert Resource Center (414) 805-2000
Go to site

Miller Park - Free Drive-Thru Testing
No appointment needed; M-F, 11 am-6 pm
Go to site

Milwaukee Health Department Menomonee Valley Drive-Thru Clinic
2401 W. St. Paul Ave.
Drive-thru garage
• Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays: 12 - 6 p.m.
• Tuesday & Thursday: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
• Saturdays: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Go to site

Walgreens: Online assessment/appointment
Go to site

Individuals without a primary care provider are encouraged to seek testing through the Community Health Centers. There are no insurance, income, or immigration restrictions. You must call ahead to schedule an appointment.

Gerald L. Ignace Indian Center: (414) 383-9526
Go to site

Milwaukee Health Services, Inc.: (414) 372-8080
Go to site

Outreach Community Health Centers: (414) 727-6320
Go to site

Progressive Community Health Centers: (414) 882-2040
Go to site

Sixteenth Street Community Centers: (414) 672-1353
Go to site

Individuals who need more information on their closest health care center should call 211.

Ascension Resource Center: (833) 981-0711
Go to site

Aurora Health Care Center: (866) 443-2584
Go to site

Children's Hospital: (414) 266-2000
Go to site

CVS  Minute Clinic
Appointments are available 7 days a week. 
Schedule today on website.

Froedtert Resource Center (414) 805-2000
Go to site

Miller Park - Free Drive-Thru Testing
No appointment needed; M-F, 11 am-6 pm
Go to site

Milwaukee Health Department Menomonee Valley Drive-Thru Clinic
2401 W. St. Paul Ave.
Drive-thru garage
• Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays: 12 - 6 p.m.
• Tuesday & Thursday: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
• Saturdays: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Go to site

Walgreens: Online assessment/appointment
Go to site

Individuals without a primary care provider are encouraged to seek testing through the Community Health Centers. There are no insurance, income, or immigration restrictions. You must call ahead to schedule an appointment.

Gerald L. Ignace Indian Center: (414) 383-9526
Go to site

Milwaukee Health Services, Inc.: (414) 372-8080
Go to site

Outreach Community Health Centers: (414) 727-6320
Go to site

Progressive Community Health Centers: (414) 882-2040
Go to site

Sixteenth Street Community Centers: (414) 672-1353
Go to site

Individuals who need more information on their closest health care center should call 211.

COVID-19 Info Health Agencies

Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Basic information from the CDC on how to protect yourself and what to do if you have symptoms. 

Go to site

Basic information from the CDC on how to protect yourself and what to do if you have symptoms. 

Go to site
COVID-19 Info Health Agencies

Milwaukee Health Department

Includes a dashboard tracking cases in the city including number of cases by ZIP Code as well as links to other information and resources. 

Go to site

Includes a dashboard tracking cases in the city including number of cases by ZIP Code as well as links to other information and resources. 

Go to site
COVID-19 Info Health Agencies

Milwaukee County (Coronavirus Community Resources Guide)

Go to site
COVID-19 Info Health Agencies

Milwaukee County COVID-19 Dashboard

A regularly-updating dashboard showing the numbers of cases and deaths in Milwaukee County broken out by age, race, gender and municipality. 

Go to site

A regularly-updating dashboard showing the numbers of cases and deaths in Milwaukee County broken out by age, race, gender and municipality. 

Go to site
COVID-19 Info Health Agencies

State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services

Current statewide case data, information on services, statewide orders and policies related to COVID-19. 

Go to site

Current statewide case data, information on services, statewide orders and policies related to COVID-19. 

Go to site
COVID-19 Info Health Agencies

Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) COVID-19 Resource Center

Infographics and video messages from community leaders along with information on the virus and links to state and local agencies. 

Go to site

Infographics and video messages from community leaders along with information on the virus and links to state and local agencies. 

Go to site
COVID-19 Info Health Agencies

Test Up MKE

Your go-to for information, updates, and support related to COVID-19 testing, including assessing symptoms, where to get tested, and more answers.  This website is available in English, Español, Kwv Tij Hmoob, Spanish, Hmong, Arabic and Burmese.

Go to site

Your go-to for information, updates, and support related to COVID-19 testing, including assessing symptoms, where to get tested, and more answers.  This website is available in English, Español, Kwv Tij Hmoob, Spanish, Hmong, Arabic and Burmese.

Go to site
COVID-19 Info Health Agencies

COVID-19 Free Mask Sites

Use this interactive map from the City of Milwaukee Health Department to find Free Mask locations. This interactive map is available in English, Spanish, and Hmong.

Haga clic en los iconos en el mapa para ubicar los Sitios de Máscaras Gratis. 

Nyem rau ntawm qhov cim kab ntawm daim pheem thib kom pom qhov Chaw Dawb Mask.

Go to site

Use this interactive map from the City of Milwaukee Health Department to find Free Mask locations. This interactive map is available in English, Spanish, and Hmong.

Haga clic en los iconos en el mapa para ubicar los Sitios de Máscaras Gratis. 

Nyem rau ntawm qhov cim kab ntawm daim pheem thib kom pom qhov Chaw Dawb Mask.

Go to site
COVID-19 Info Health Agencies

Children's Hospital of Wisconsin

Includes information about COVID-19 and children, access to care, testing & treatment, and the impact of COVID-19 on everyday life.

Go to site

Includes information about COVID-19 and children, access to care, testing & treatment, and the impact of COVID-19 on everyday life.

Go to site
COVID-19 Info Health Agencies

Johns Hopkins Children's Center

COVID-19 Resources for Kids and Families: Includes kid-friendly resources about COVID-19 & PPE as well as guides for teens about coping with COVID-19 and information for caregivers on stress reduction & mindful parenting. 

Go to site

COVID-19 Resources for Kids and Families: Includes kid-friendly resources about COVID-19 & PPE as well as guides for teens about coping with COVID-19 and information for caregivers on stress reduction & mindful parenting. 

Go to site
COVID-19 Info Government

State of Wisconsin COVID-19 Info & Badger Bounce Back Plan Timeline

Explains the current plan to keep infection and deaths as low as possible so that business and other institutions can responsibly reopen. Available in seven languages including Spanish, Hmong & Burmese. 

Go to site

Explains the current plan to keep infection and deaths as low as possible so that business and other institutions can responsibly reopen. Available in seven languages including Spanish, Hmong & Burmese. 

Go to site
COVID-19 Info Government

US Census Operational Adjustments

Explains ways in which the Census is being adapted as a result of COVID-19. 

Go to site

Explains ways in which the Census is being adapted as a result of COVID-19. 

Go to site
COVID-19 Info Government

Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

Information from the state agency responsible for education and libraries about how COVID-19 is affecting the instructional areas for which it is responsible. 

Go to site

Information from the state agency responsible for education and libraries about how COVID-19 is affecting the instructional areas for which it is responsible. 

Go to site
MPL FAQs Library Services

What library services are available currently?

Open Locations
 

All services are restored.

Curbside service remains an amenity for patrons by request, but community spaces and other meeting rooms continue to be closed and in-person indoor programming remains paused. Please call the curbside pickup phone number on-site in each location's parking lot. Ready Reference phone, email and chat services are available.
 

Hours of operation (to call in requests, and pick up materials):

Central Library Hours
Monday-Tuesday: 10 AM - 8 PM
Wednesday-Friday: 10 AM - 6 PM
Saturday: 9 AM - 5 PM

Central Drive-Up
Monday-Friday: 7:30 AM - 6 PM
Saturday: 9 AM - 5 PM

Ready Reference 
Monday-Friday: 10 AM - 6 PM
Saturday: 9 AM - 5 PM

All Neighborhood Branches
Monday-Tuesday: NOON - 8 PM
Wednesday-Friday: 10 AM - 6 PM
Saturday: 9 AM - 5 PM


How to request materials:

  • Call Ready Reference at 286-3011 for assistance with placing holds or use the request button from CountyCat and CountyCat mobile app to place holds.
  • There is a limit of 5 items per call, and up to 30 items may be placed on hold.
  • Place holds for pick up at open and curbside locations throughout Milwaukee County.

How to pick up materials:

  • No appointment is necessary for curbside pick up at Central Library Drive-Up, and Neighborhood Branches.
  • You will be notified that your hold is ready by e-mail, text, phone, or mail notification. Ready Reference can assist you to set that preference.
  • Pick up the hold within 5 business days at the desired location.
  • At Central you may pull up or walk up to the Drive-Up window. At neighborhood branches, patrons ​should call the number provided on the curbside sign, and staff will bring ​your items to ​you in the parking lot area.
  • Please note that wait times may be longer than usual for interlibrary requests. Deliveries between Milwaukee County libraries are slower than usual due to less frequent deliveries and quarantine of returned materials. Items may display the status IN TRANSIT for up to a week before delivery.

When and where to return materials:

  • Materials may be returned to any Milwaukee Public Library or MCFLS location. Due dates will vary according to check-out dates and fines will now accrue as normal.
  • Patrons may renew eligible items online or call Ready Reference to renew.
  • Items from other MCFLS member libraries may have varied due dates. Checkout receipts will be provided.

Our digital resources are available for your use at www.mpl.org.  This includes access to e-books, audiobooks, digital magazines, and an array of research materials all accessible to your with your library card.  All Milwaukee County residents can sign up for an e-Card online.


Ask a Question - chat and text service will continue Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. , Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.


We have begun to offer virtual programming for adults, kids and teens. Please see our calendar of events for offerings.
Go to Events

Open Locations
 

All services are restored.

Curbside service remains an amenity for patrons by request, but community spaces and other meeting rooms continue to be closed and in-person indoor programming remains paused. Please call the curbside pickup phone number on-site in each location's parking lot. Ready Reference phone, email and chat services are available.
 

Hours of operation (to call in requests, and pick up materials):

Central Library Hours
Monday-Tuesday: 10 AM - 8 PM
Wednesday-Friday: 10 AM - 6 PM
Saturday: 9 AM - 5 PM

Central Drive-Up
Monday-Friday: 7:30 AM - 6 PM
Saturday: 9 AM - 5 PM

Ready Reference 
Monday-Friday: 10 AM - 6 PM
Saturday: 9 AM - 5 PM

All Neighborhood Branches
Monday-Tuesday: NOON - 8 PM
Wednesday-Friday: 10 AM - 6 PM
Saturday: 9 AM - 5 PM


How to request materials:

  • Call Ready Reference at 286-3011 for assistance with placing holds or use the request button from CountyCat and CountyCat mobile app to place holds.
  • There is a limit of 5 items per call, and up to 30 items may be placed on hold.
  • Place holds for pick up at open and curbside locations throughout Milwaukee County.

How to pick up materials:

  • No appointment is necessary for curbside pick up at Central Library Drive-Up, and Neighborhood Branches.
  • You will be notified that your hold is ready by e-mail, text, phone, or mail notification. Ready Reference can assist you to set that preference.
  • Pick up the hold within 5 business days at the desired location.
  • At Central you may pull up or walk up to the Drive-Up window. At neighborhood branches, patrons ​should call the number provided on the curbside sign, and staff will bring ​your items to ​you in the parking lot area.
  • Please note that wait times may be longer than usual for interlibrary requests. Deliveries between Milwaukee County libraries are slower than usual due to less frequent deliveries and quarantine of returned materials. Items may display the status IN TRANSIT for up to a week before delivery.

When and where to return materials:

  • Materials may be returned to any Milwaukee Public Library or MCFLS location. Due dates will vary according to check-out dates and fines will now accrue as normal.
  • Patrons may renew eligible items online or call Ready Reference to renew.
  • Items from other MCFLS member libraries may have varied due dates. Checkout receipts will be provided.

Our digital resources are available for your use at www.mpl.org.  This includes access to e-books, audiobooks, digital magazines, and an array of research materials all accessible to your with your library card.  All Milwaukee County residents can sign up for an e-Card online.


Ask a Question - chat and text service will continue Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. , Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.


We have begun to offer virtual programming for adults, kids and teens. Please see our calendar of events for offerings.
Go to Events

MPL FAQs Library Services

Can I request an interlibrary loan?

Call Ready Reference at 286-3011 for assistance with placing holds or use the request button from CountyCat and CountyCat mobile app to place holds.

There is a limit of 5 items per call, and up to 30 items may be placed on hold.
Place holds for pick up at open and curbside locations throughout Milwaukee County.

Please note that wait times may be longer than usual for interlibrary requests. Deliveries between Milwaukee County libraries are slower than usual due to less frequent deliveries and quarantine of returned materials. Items may display the status IN TRANSIT for up to a week before delivery.

Go to site

Call Ready Reference at 286-3011 for assistance with placing holds or use the request button from CountyCat and CountyCat mobile app to place holds.

There is a limit of 5 items per call, and up to 30 items may be placed on hold.
Place holds for pick up at open and curbside locations throughout Milwaukee County.

Please note that wait times may be longer than usual for interlibrary requests. Deliveries between Milwaukee County libraries are slower than usual due to less frequent deliveries and quarantine of returned materials. Items may display the status IN TRANSIT for up to a week before delivery.

Go to site
MPL FAQs Library Services

How do I return library items?

Materials may be returned to any Milwaukee Public Library or MCFLS location. Due dates will vary according to check-out dates and fines will now accrue as normal. Patrons may renew eligible items online or call Ready Reference to renew. Items from other MCFLS member libraries may have varied due dates. Checkout receipts will be provided.

Materials may be returned to any Milwaukee Public Library or MCFLS location. Due dates will vary according to check-out dates and fines will now accrue as normal. Patrons may renew eligible items online or call Ready Reference to renew. Items from other MCFLS member libraries may have varied due dates. Checkout receipts will be provided.

MPL FAQs Library Services

How do I read today’s newspapers if I don’t have my own subscription?

The Milwaukee Public Library provides digital access to thousands of newspaper and magazine subscriptions. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel is available for use within City of Milwaukee libraries and by remote access to City of Milwaukee library cardholders.

Go to page

The Milwaukee Public Library provides digital access to thousands of newspaper and magazine subscriptions. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel is available for use within City of Milwaukee libraries and by remote access to City of Milwaukee library cardholders.

Go to page
MPL FAQs Library Services

What if I have problems logging into Libby, Hoopla, or another database?

You can go to mpl.org and send an email requesting help at any time or chat with a librarian between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. We will do our best to help.

You can go to mpl.org and send an email requesting help at any time or chat with a librarian between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. We will do our best to help.

MPL FAQs Library Services

Are meeting, study, or community room reservations still available?

Meeting room spaces are now available. Request a meeting space here.

Meeting room spaces are now available. Request a meeting space here.

MPL FAQs Library Services

Will I have fines on my card from materials that are overdue?

Regular fines and fees now apply to materials being checked out. See the library policy on overdue fees for more information.

Overdue Fines and Fees

Regular fines and fees now apply to materials being checked out. See the library policy on overdue fees for more information.

Overdue Fines and Fees
MPL FAQs Library Services

How do I renew my library card?

Cards may be renewed in person at any Milwaukee Public Library location.

Get a Library Card

Cards may be renewed in person at any Milwaukee Public Library location.

Get a Library Card
Jobs, Business & Finances Job Seeking

Job Seeker Resources and Advice under COVID-19

Go to site
Jobs, Business & Finances Job Seeking

DirectConnectMKE

Use DirectConnectMKE to find opportunities from employers who are hiring during the Covid 19 pandemic. 

Text @dcmke to 39397 to create a profile to which you can add career interests. Once you have a profile, make sure to connect with @Jthompson. 

You can also access our comprehensive support service directory by typing #resource in our search feature on the DCMKE platform. Here you can find information on food, clothing, low cost cell phones, reentry resources and more!

Go to site

Use DirectConnectMKE to find opportunities from employers who are hiring during the Covid 19 pandemic. 

Text @dcmke to 39397 to create a profile to which you can add career interests. Once you have a profile, make sure to connect with @Jthompson. 

You can also access our comprehensive support service directory by typing #resource in our search feature on the DCMKE platform. Here you can find information on food, clothing, low cost cell phones, reentry resources and more!

Go to site
Jobs, Business & Finances Unemployment

State of Wisconsin Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA)

PUA is a new temporary federal program providing up to 39 weeks of unemployment benefits to people ineligible for regular Unemployment Insurance (UI and are no longer working due to COVID-19). If you are self-employed, have a limited recent work history, are an independent contractor or otherwise not covered under regular UI, check out the scenarios here to see if you qualify. 

Go to site

PUA is a new temporary federal program providing up to 39 weeks of unemployment benefits to people ineligible for regular Unemployment Insurance (UI and are no longer working due to COVID-19). If you are self-employed, have a limited recent work history, are an independent contractor or otherwise not covered under regular UI, check out the scenarios here to see if you qualify. 

Go to site
Jobs, Business & Finances Unemployment

State of Wisconsin Regular Unemployment

This is the State of Wisconsin Unemployment website.  Please take the survey in the popup window titled "Which unemployment is best for you?"

Go to site

This is the State of Wisconsin Unemployment website.  Please take the survey in the popup window titled "Which unemployment is best for you?"

Go to site
Jobs, Business & Finances Business Resources

Wisconsin Women’s Business Initiative Corporation (WWBIC) COVID-19 Loans

This links to a locally-based small business loan program administered through WWBIC, a state-wide economic development organization.
Wisconsin Women’s Business Initiative Corporation (WWBIC) .

Go to site

This links to a locally-based small business loan program administered through WWBIC, a state-wide economic development organization.
Wisconsin Women’s Business Initiative Corporation (WWBIC) .

Go to site
Jobs, Business & Finances Business Resources

Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) COVID-19 Business Resources

This website includes information and resources for businesses affected by COVID-19.  Includes Small Business 20/20 program, which provides grants of up to $20,000 for community development financial institutions.

Go to site

This website includes information and resources for businesses affected by COVID-19.  Includes Small Business 20/20 program, which provides grants of up to $20,000 for community development financial institutions.

Go to site
Jobs, Business & Finances Business Resources

Coronavirus Guidance for Business by Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce (MMAC)

The MMAC strives to provide guidance on how businesses move forward to a 'new normal,' including a Smart Restart to control the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace.

Go to site

The MMAC strives to provide guidance on how businesses move forward to a 'new normal,' including a Smart Restart to control the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace.

Go to site
Jobs, Business & Finances Business Resources

Small Business Guidance and Loan Resources

Includes information on available SBA loans and programs, an FAQ list for business owners and a hyperlink to local SBA-associated resources. 

Go to site

Includes information on available SBA loans and programs, an FAQ list for business owners and a hyperlink to local SBA-associated resources. 

Go to site
Jobs, Business & Finances Business Resources

Greater Milwaukee Foundation (Donate or Apply for Funding)

This community foundation provides loans to nonprofits experiencing economic issues as a result of COVID-19. Use the link on this site to apply to the MKE Responds Fund.

Go to site

This community foundation provides loans to nonprofits experiencing economic issues as a result of COVID-19. Use the link on this site to apply to the MKE Responds Fund.

Go to site
Jobs, Business & Finances Business Resources

Brew City Match (Business Resources)

Brew City Match provides small business emergency loans, and small business grants.

Go to site

Brew City Match provides small business emergency loans, and small business grants.

Go to site
Jobs, Business & Finances Business Resources

Arts Wisconsin

Arts Wisconsin is Wisconsin’s community cultural development organization, activating a vibrant creative economy and access to creative opportunities statewide.

Go to site

Arts Wisconsin is Wisconsin’s community cultural development organization, activating a vibrant creative economy and access to creative opportunities statewide.

Go to site
Jobs, Business & Finances Business Resources

Wisconsin Department of Children and Families

Information for providers and families, including an available child care map and current information on financial relief programs for child care providers.

Go to site

Information for providers and families, including an available child care map and current information on financial relief programs for child care providers.

Go to site
Jobs, Business & Finances Business Resources

Wisconsin Small Business Development Center (SBDC)

The Center regularly updates this set of resources addressing a wide range of issues facing small businesses as a result of COVID-19. Includes contact information to connect directly with Center staff virtually or by phone. 

Go to site

The Center regularly updates this set of resources addressing a wide range of issues facing small businesses as a result of COVID-19. Includes contact information to connect directly with Center staff virtually or by phone. 

Go to site
Jobs, Business & Finances Business Resources

African American Chamber of Commerce

An easy-to-navigate array of resources that include financial, advocacy and technical assistance to area business owners, entrepreneurs and supporters. 

Go to site

An easy-to-navigate array of resources that include financial, advocacy and technical assistance to area business owners, entrepreneurs and supporters. 

Go to site
Jobs, Business & Finances Business Resources

Wisconsin Early Childhood Association

Includes reopening guidance for Wisconsin child care programs, webinars and professional development for early childhood educators, and COVID-19 resources for kids, parents, and teachers.

Go to site

Includes reopening guidance for Wisconsin child care programs, webinars and professional development for early childhood educators, and COVID-19 resources for kids, parents, and teachers.

Go to site
Basic Needs Food

Wisconsin Department of Health Nutrition and Food Assistance

This website provides a list of resources for Food and Nutrition Assistance, Health Care Coverage, and Programs and Services for the Elderly and/or Disabled.

Go to site

This website provides a list of resources for Food and Nutrition Assistance, Health Care Coverage, and Programs and Services for the Elderly and/or Disabled.

Go to site
Basic Needs Food

Milwaukee County Emergency Food Distribution Interactive Map

This interactive map allows searchers to find both food pantries and MPS Grab and Go food sites.  Patrons can search by zip code.  

Go to site

This interactive map allows searchers to find both food pantries and MPS Grab and Go food sites.  Patrons can search by zip code.  

Go to site
Basic Needs Food

Safe & Sound

This local resource guide is updated daily and contains information on where to get food, testing and other help. 

Go to site

This local resource guide is updated daily and contains information on where to get food, testing and other help. 

Go to site
Basic Needs Food

Milwaukee Public Schools Grab & Go

Meals provided by Milwaukee Public Schools. All children under 18 are eligible to receive meals.

Go to site

Meals provided by Milwaukee Public Schools. All children under 18 are eligible to receive meals.

Go to site
Basic Needs Food

Wisconsin Department of Health Services (Milwaukee County Resources and Contacts)

This website provides a list of resources for Food and Nutrition Assistance, Health Care Coverage, and Programs and Services for the Elderly and/or Disabled.

Go to site

This website provides a list of resources for Food and Nutrition Assistance, Health Care Coverage, and Programs and Services for the Elderly and/or Disabled.

Go to site
Basic Needs Shelter

Milwaukee Rental Assistance Program

The program will provide financial assistance for rent and security deposits for eligible households who have experienced a hardship resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. The Milwaukee Rental Assistance program is administered by the Social Development Commission. Visit their website to begin the process by completing the inquiry form.

Go to site

The program will provide financial assistance for rent and security deposits for eligible households who have experienced a hardship resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. The Milwaukee Rental Assistance program is administered by the Social Development Commission. Visit their website to begin the process by completing the inquiry form.

Go to site
Basic Needs Shelter

USICH Step-by-Step Guide on Eviction

The U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness coordinates the federal response to homelessness. This guide provides information on the steps you may take if you are facing eviction and the resources available from the federal government and community agencies.

Go to site

The U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness coordinates the federal response to homelessness. This guide provides information on the steps you may take if you are facing eviction and the resources available from the federal government and community agencies.

Go to site
Basic Needs Shelter

Community Advocates

Community Advocates help local residents meet basic needs, including tenant/landlord help, food access, energy assistance, and crisis hotlines. They can be reached at the Community Advocates Rent Helpline at 414-270-4646.

Go to site

Community Advocates help local residents meet basic needs, including tenant/landlord help, food access, energy assistance, and crisis hotlines. They can be reached at the Community Advocates Rent Helpline at 414-270-4646.

Go to site
Basic Needs Shelter

Sojourner Family Peace Center

Sojourner Family Peace Center provides help for anyone experiencing intimate partner or family violence. Its 24-hour hotline is 414-933-2722. Provides emergency shelter to individuals, families and has a partnership with the Wisconsin Humane Society to shelter pets. 

Go to site

Sojourner Family Peace Center provides help for anyone experiencing intimate partner or family violence. Its 24-hour hotline is 414-933-2722. Provides emergency shelter to individuals, families and has a partnership with the Wisconsin Humane Society to shelter pets. 

Go to site
Basic Needs Shelter

Legal Aid of Milwaukee

Legal Aid is accepting a limited number of new cases related to urgent housing needs, helping individuals complete advanced directives, and basic estate planning.  

Go to site

Legal Aid is accepting a limited number of new cases related to urgent housing needs, helping individuals complete advanced directives, and basic estate planning.  

Go to site
Basic Needs Shelter

Legal Action of Wisconsin's Eviction Defense Project

Provides free legal aid for qualified individuals facing eviction, including brief legal advice, settlement assistance, document drafting and more. Available for residents of Milwaukee and Dane Counties. Call 414-278-7722.

Go to site

Provides free legal aid for qualified individuals facing eviction, including brief legal advice, settlement assistance, document drafting and more. Available for residents of Milwaukee and Dane Counties. Call 414-278-7722.

Go to site
Basic Needs Shelter

Milwaukee County Mortgage Assistance Program

Housing Resources, Inc. is accepting applications for Milwaukee County Mortgage Assistance through June 17, 2022.  Please review the website. You can also contact their Mortgage Help Line at 414-369-6914 or email mortgagehelp@hri-wi.org.

Go to site

Housing Resources, Inc. is accepting applications for Milwaukee County Mortgage Assistance through June 17, 2022.  Please review the website. You can also contact their Mortgage Help Line at 414-369-6914 or email mortgagehelp@hri-wi.org.

Go to site
Basic Needs Shelter

Milwaukee Rental Housing Resource Center

A new Milwaukee County housing resource, the Milwaukee Rental Housing Resource Center is helping direct people towards resources, education, and services that help prevent eviction. Their goal is to be a trusted resource for tenants and landlords during the pandemic. You can contact MKE RHRC helpline at 414-895-RENT (7368), or by email at info@renthelpmke.org, for information and referrals on rent assistance, legal services, and homeless prevention.

Go to site

A new Milwaukee County housing resource, the Milwaukee Rental Housing Resource Center is helping direct people towards resources, education, and services that help prevent eviction. Their goal is to be a trusted resource for tenants and landlords during the pandemic. You can contact MKE RHRC helpline at 414-895-RENT (7368), or by email at info@renthelpmke.org, for information and referrals on rent assistance, legal services, and homeless prevention.

Go to site
Basic Needs Shelter

Take Root Milwaukee

Take Root Milwaukee is a consortium of 50 community organizations, neighborhoods groups, housing counseling agencies, Realtors, and lenders working to promote sustainable homeownership in the City of Milwaukee. Visit the Take Root Milwaukee website for updates on mortgage assistance programs, City of Milwaukee property tax information, and community events, or call their hotline at 414 921-4149.

Go to site

Take Root Milwaukee is a consortium of 50 community organizations, neighborhoods groups, housing counseling agencies, Realtors, and lenders working to promote sustainable homeownership in the City of Milwaukee. Visit the Take Root Milwaukee website for updates on mortgage assistance programs, City of Milwaukee property tax information, and community events, or call their hotline at 414 921-4149.

Go to site
Basic Needs Utilities

Energy Assistance Program

This program provides qualified Milwaukee County residents a one-time annual payment toward heating and electric bills. The application deadlines been extended to Sept. 30, 2020.

Go to site

This program provides qualified Milwaukee County residents a one-time annual payment toward heating and electric bills. The application deadlines been extended to Sept. 30, 2020.

Go to site
Basic Needs Utilities

Public Service Commission of Wisconsin

The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin is a one-stop shop for access to essential services including emergency internet, phone and utility service help. The Internet and Phone Helpline is (608) 267-3595; call (800) 225-7729 for help with utility disconnections. 

Go to site

The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin is a one-stop shop for access to essential services including emergency internet, phone and utility service help. The Internet and Phone Helpline is (608) 267-3595; call (800) 225-7729 for help with utility disconnections. 

Go to site
Basic Needs Utilities

Internet, Computers, Computer Training

Low-cost Internet, computers, and computer training for Milwaukee Residents. This website lists available resources for internet access.

Go to site

Low-cost Internet, computers, and computer training for Milwaukee Residents. This website lists available resources for internet access.

Go to site
Health & Wellness General Health Information

Begin a COVID-19 Screening with Wisconsin Health Connect

Go to site
Health & Wellness General Health Information

Transportation to medical appointments

Wisconsin residents receiving any form of public assistance can arrange for no-cost rides to medical appointments. 

Go to site

Wisconsin residents receiving any form of public assistance can arrange for no-cost rides to medical appointments. 

Go to site
Health & Wellness General Health Information

Parent to Parent of Wisconsin

Provides parent support to parents of children with special needs by connecting them with others in the same situation. 

Go to site

Provides parent support to parents of children with special needs by connecting them with others in the same situation. 

Go to site
Health & Wellness General Health Information

Sixteenth Street Community Health

Offers health care services in English & Spanish to people of all ages, gender identity and income levels. 

Go to site

Offers health care services in English & Spanish to people of all ages, gender identity and income levels. 

Go to site
Health & Wellness General Health Information

Family Members/Caregivers of Veterans

Help and support for people caring for injured service members or veterans. 

Go to site

Help and support for people caring for injured service members or veterans. 

Go to site
Health & Wellness General Health Information

American Academy of Pediatrics

This home page links to a series of articles about COVID-19 as well as information for parents on how to help keep their children safe and healthy. 

Go to site

This home page links to a series of articles about COVID-19 as well as information for parents on how to help keep their children safe and healthy. 

Go to site
Health & Wellness General Health Information

Family Members/Caregivers

The Caregiver Support Network website provides support to caregivers and assists them with building an action plan that matches their unique circumstances, such as being a caregiver for others due to disease or illness, disability, being elderly.  The Care Support Team help line is 855-227-3640.

Go to site

The Caregiver Support Network website provides support to caregivers and assists them with building an action plan that matches their unique circumstances, such as being a caregiver for others due to disease or illness, disability, being elderly.  The Care Support Team help line is 855-227-3640.

Go to site
Health & Wellness Mental Health and Self-Care

CDC Stress and Coping Resources

Information about stress management and ways to help yourself and others cope. 

Go to site

Information about stress management and ways to help yourself and others cope. 

Go to site
Health & Wellness Mental Health and Self-Care

Mental Health and COVID-19 Information and Resources

Mental Health America's collection of COVID-19 informational resources. 

Go to site

Mental Health America's collection of COVID-19 informational resources. 

Go to site
Health & Wellness Mental Health and Self-Care

Child Mind Institute

Parenting help. Free offerings include Facebook live video chats with experts twice daily. 

Go to site

Parenting help. Free offerings include Facebook live video chats with experts twice daily. 

Go to site
Health & Wellness Mental Health and Self-Care

Vibrant Emotional Health Safe Space

An array of virtual tools to help you or a family member self-soothe. 

Go to site

An array of virtual tools to help you or a family member self-soothe. 

Go to site
Health & Wellness Mental Health and Self-Care

NAMI Greater Milwaukee Crisis and Support

A listing of local phone numbers for crisis help or just to talk.

Go to site

A listing of local phone numbers for crisis help or just to talk.

Go to site
Health & Wellness Mental Health and Self-Care

Counselor-Monitored Crisis Response Text Line

Exactly what it sounds like. Send a text and a trained counselor will call you back. 

Go to site

Exactly what it sounds like. Send a text and a trained counselor will call you back. 

Go to site
Health & Wellness Mental Health and Self-Care

Warmline

Staffed by people living with mental health conditions, this non-crisis support line provides advice, help and a sense of community. 

Go to site

Staffed by people living with mental health conditions, this non-crisis support line provides advice, help and a sense of community. 

Go to site
Health & Wellness Mental Health and Self-Care

Disaster Distress Helpline

Immediate crisis counseling in English and Spanish for people in emotional distress resulting from a natural disaster or other human-caused disaster. Also serves Deaf/Hard of Hearing individuals. 

Go to site

Immediate crisis counseling in English and Spanish for people in emotional distress resulting from a natural disaster or other human-caused disaster. Also serves Deaf/Hard of Hearing individuals. 

Go to site
Health & Wellness Mental Health and Self-Care

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Immediate help for someone considering dying by suicide or someone needing help for a person in that situation.  1-800-273-8255

Go to site

Immediate help for someone considering dying by suicide or someone needing help for a person in that situation.  1-800-273-8255

Go to site
Health & Wellness Mental Health and Self-Care

The Trevor Project

Emotional support resources and hotline for LGBTQ teens. 

Go to site

Emotional support resources and hotline for LGBTQ teens. 

Go to site
Health & Wellness Mental Health and Self-Care

Mental Health America of Wisconsin (Milwaukee)

This Milwaukee-based mental health-focused organization provides information, referral and help for people dealing with mental health concerns. 

Go to site

This Milwaukee-based mental health-focused organization provides information, referral and help for people dealing with mental health concerns. 

Go to site
Health & Wellness Mental Health and Self-Care

Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress COVID-19 Pandemic Response Page

A  collection of fact sheets and other resources to support the health and well-being of communities impacted by COVID-19.

Go to site

A  collection of fact sheets and other resources to support the health and well-being of communities impacted by COVID-19.

Go to site
Health & Wellness Mental Health and Self-Care

GriefShare

Offers support groups for people mourning the loss of a loved one. Six area groups are currently offering online meetings. Enter your ZIP code to find a listing. 

Go to site

Offers support groups for people mourning the loss of a loved one. Six area groups are currently offering online meetings. Enter your ZIP code to find a listing. 

Go to site
Health & Wellness Mental Health and Self-Care

Milwaukee Coalition of Children's Mental Health

Collection of resources regarding supporting families, caring for mental well-being, and helping nonprofits adapt services during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Go to site

Collection of resources regarding supporting families, caring for mental well-being, and helping nonprofits adapt services during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Go to site
Health & Wellness Mental Health and Self-Care

Wisconsin Alliance for Infant Mental Health

Resources on talking with kids about COVID-19, helping kids feel safe, and learning about feelings.

Go to site

Resources on talking with kids about COVID-19, helping kids feel safe, and learning about feelings.

Go to site
Health & Wellness Mental Health and Self-Care

National Association of School Psychologists

COVID 19: Family & Educator Resources: Includes tips for helping children cope with changes resulting from COVID-19 and "helping handouts" for supporting children at school & home.

Go to site

COVID 19: Family & Educator Resources: Includes tips for helping children cope with changes resulting from COVID-19 and "helping handouts" for supporting children at school & home.

Go to site
Health & Wellness Mental Health and Self-Care

The National Child Traumatic Stress Network

COVID 19 Resources: Resources that address how the pandemic might affect your family and what you can do to help your family cope during a public health emergency.

Go to site

COVID 19 Resources: Resources that address how the pandemic might affect your family and what you can do to help your family cope during a public health emergency.

Go to site
Health & Wellness Mental Health and Self-Care

Center on the Developing Child

Guide to COVID-19 and Early Childhood Development: Includes a variety of resources and guides on how to support healthy child development during COVID-19. 

Go to site

Guide to COVID-19 and Early Childhood Development: Includes a variety of resources and guides on how to support healthy child development during COVID-19. 

Go to site
Health & Wellness Stop Stigma

(CDC) Stigma-reduction

Go to site
Health & Wellness Stop Stigma

United Nations Children's Fund Social Stigma Guide (PDF)

View PDF
Health & Wellness Stop Stigma

Tips for Parents and Caregivers on Countering COVID-19 Stigma and Racism

A guide by the The National Association of School Psychologists to help parents address issues of racism and stigma surrounding COVID-19.  

Go to site

A guide by the The National Association of School Psychologists to help parents address issues of racism and stigma surrounding COVID-19.  

Go to site
Health & Wellness Stop Stigma

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Coronavirus Resources

Nationally, the NAACP has been holding webinars and providing other information on COVID-19 and its impact on the African-American community. 

Go to site

Nationally, the NAACP has been holding webinars and providing other information on COVID-19 and its impact on the African-American community. 

Go to site
Health & Wellness Stop Stigma

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Interactive Page

This specific page from the NAACP's national web site has specific space for you to report discrimination, share your story and submit questions to experts.  

Go to site

This specific page from the NAACP's national web site has specific space for you to report discrimination, share your story and submit questions to experts.  

Go to site
Combat Cabin Fever Virtual Programming

Milwaukee Public Library Virtual Events

 Join us virtual programs including story time, book clubs, and more!

Go to page

 Join us virtual programs including story time, book clubs, and more!

Go to page
Combat Cabin Fever Virtual Tours and Field Trips

Zooniverse - People-Powered Research

The Zooniverse is the world’s largest and most popular platform for people-powered research. This research is made possible by volunteers — more than a million people around the world who come together to assist professional researchers.

Go to site

The Zooniverse is the world’s largest and most popular platform for people-powered research. This research is made possible by volunteers — more than a million people around the world who come together to assist professional researchers.

Go to site
Combat Cabin Fever Virtual Tours and Field Trips

Birds!

This site will help you learn everything you never knew you always wanted to know about birds. The Cornell Lab of Ornithology helps others enjoy, understand, and protect birds and the natural world.

Go to site

This site will help you learn everything you never knew you always wanted to know about birds. The Cornell Lab of Ornithology helps others enjoy, understand, and protect birds and the natural world.

Go to site
Combat Cabin Fever Virtual Tours and Field Trips

Milwaukee Repertory Theater At Home

Watch Milwaukee Rep actors perform monologues and sing songs from your favorite plays and musicals. 

Go to site

Watch Milwaukee Rep actors perform monologues and sing songs from your favorite plays and musicals. 

Go to site
Combat Cabin Fever Virtual Tours and Field Trips

Milwaukee's Historic Concordia Neighborhood

Take a virtual tour of Milwaukee's Historic Concordia neighborhood! Where you see it, click on the 360 icon to see the inside of the house. 

Go to site

Take a virtual tour of Milwaukee's Historic Concordia neighborhood! Where you see it, click on the 360 icon to see the inside of the house. 

Go to site
Combat Cabin Fever Virtual Tours and Field Trips

Google Arts & Culture

Explore museums and art from around the world, learn about the artists, and learn about new ways to experience art with various projects from your home.

Go to site

Explore museums and art from around the world, learn about the artists, and learn about new ways to experience art with various projects from your home.

Go to site
Combat Cabin Fever Virtual Tours and Field Trips

Schlitz Audubon Nature Center

Watch live webcam of Emerson the snapping turtle and meet other animals featured at the nature center. Includes ideas for activities you can do at home.

Go to site

Watch live webcam of Emerson the snapping turtle and meet other animals featured at the nature center. Includes ideas for activities you can do at home.

Go to site
Combat Cabin Fever Virtual Tours and Field Trips

Betty Brinn Children's Museum

Plan a virtual play date!  Bettty Brinn in the cloud includes story times and activities for little ones. 

Go to site

Plan a virtual play date!  Bettty Brinn in the cloud includes story times and activities for little ones. 

Go to site
Combat Cabin Fever Virtual Tours and Field Trips

The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra

The Orchestra is streaming concerts every Friday and has lots of other material on its site. 

Go to site

The Orchestra is streaming concerts every Friday and has lots of other material on its site. 

Go to site
Combat Cabin Fever Virtual Tours and Field Trips

WE Energies Peregrine Falcon Cameras

Live action hawks being hawks at several area locations. Site also features stories and information about the birds. 

Go to site

Live action hawks being hawks at several area locations. Site also features stories and information about the birds. 

Go to site
Combat Cabin Fever Virtual Tours and Field Trips

America's Black Holocaust Museum

A virtual tour of America's Black Holocaust Museum, which tells the story of North American chattel slavery and all that has come since. 

Go to site

A virtual tour of America's Black Holocaust Museum, which tells the story of North American chattel slavery and all that has come since. 

Go to site
Combat Cabin Fever Virtual Tours and Field Trips

Jewish Museum Milwaukee

The Jewish Museum Milwaukee tells the story of the Jewish community of Southeastern Wisconsin, along with featuring traveling exhibits from around the world. 

Go to site

The Jewish Museum Milwaukee tells the story of the Jewish community of Southeastern Wisconsin, along with featuring traveling exhibits from around the world. 

Go to site
Combat Cabin Fever Virtual Tours and Field Trips

Milwaukee Art Museum

The Milwaukee Art Museum is offering virtual exhibit access to its collections along with educational resources for families and people of all ages. 

Go to site

The Milwaukee Art Museum is offering virtual exhibit access to its collections along with educational resources for families and people of all ages. 

Go to site
Combat Cabin Fever Virtual Tours and Field Trips

The Haggerty Museum of Art Online Exhibits

This art museum, located on the campus of Marquette University, has put selected items from its multiple collections online. 

Go to site

This art museum, located on the campus of Marquette University, has put selected items from its multiple collections online. 

Go to site
Combat Cabin Fever Virtual Tours and Field Trips

Wisconsin's Black Historical Society

Online learning and teaching resources about African-American history in Wisconsin. 

Go to site

Online learning and teaching resources about African-American history in Wisconsin. 

Go to site
Combat Cabin Fever Virtual Tours and Field Trips

Greetings from Milwaukee!

A digital collection of 12,000 postcards spanning a range of subjects. Thomas and Jean Ross Bliffert began collecting postcards in 1945 and donated their collection to the library at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee beginning in 1998/.
 

Go to site

A digital collection of 12,000 postcards spanning a range of subjects. Thomas and Jean Ross Bliffert began collecting postcards in 1945 and donated their collection to the library at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee beginning in 1998/.
 

Go to site
Combat Cabin Fever Digital Learning

Storyline Online

SAG-AFTRA Foundation’s Daytime Emmy®-nominated and award-winning children’s literacy website with celebrated actors reading picture books.

Go to site

SAG-AFTRA Foundation’s Daytime Emmy®-nominated and award-winning children’s literacy website with celebrated actors reading picture books.

Go to site
Combat Cabin Fever Digital Learning

STEM Forward

Online STEM resources for students of all ages. 

Go to site

Online STEM resources for students of all ages. 

Go to site
Combat Cabin Fever Digital Learning

Khan Academy - Out of School Learning

Khan Academy has self-paced, interactive content that includes all kinds of learning opportunities for people of all ages and interests. 

Go to site

Khan Academy has self-paced, interactive content that includes all kinds of learning opportunities for people of all ages and interests. 

Go to site
Combat Cabin Fever Digital Learning

America Scores Milwaukee

A series of at-home activities for Milwaukee-area children that will keep their minds and bodies active until they can join their teammates back in school. 

Go to site

A series of at-home activities for Milwaukee-area children that will keep their minds and bodies active until they can join their teammates back in school. 

Go to site
Combat Cabin Fever Digital Learning

Discovery World At-Home Learning

A variety of videos, online exhibits and activities for children and adults. Each week focuses on a different theme. 

Go to site

A variety of videos, online exhibits and activities for children and adults. Each week focuses on a different theme. 

Go to site
Combat Cabin Fever Outdoor Adventure

Milwaukee Active Streets

Milwaukee Active Streets are re-purposing approximately 10 miles of streets in the city and encouraging people to bike, run, walk, or wheel in the street while social distancing.  These streets will be closed to through traffic.

Go to site

Milwaukee Active Streets are re-purposing approximately 10 miles of streets in the city and encouraging people to bike, run, walk, or wheel in the street while social distancing.  These streets will be closed to through traffic.

Go to site
Combat Cabin Fever Outdoor Adventure

Milwaukee Mural Map

Milwaukee Mural Map is an interactive resource for Milwaukee's outdoor murals.  A really fun way to explore the city and learn some fun facts and history.  Explore a mural today via bike, car or on foot.

Go to site

Milwaukee Mural Map is an interactive resource for Milwaukee's outdoor murals.  A really fun way to explore the city and learn some fun facts and history.  Explore a mural today via bike, car or on foot.

Go to site