< Back LaVonda Graham Board Chair LaVonda Graham, Board Chair of Walnut Way, has been a resident of Lindsay Heights for over 50 years. Throughout this time, she has volunteered in various capacities, including as a VISTA Community Organizer for Norwest Action Council. President Graham has effectively guided Walnut Way through the transition of its founding members and the completion of the Innovations and Wellness Commons Phase II Development. In addition the creation of the Lindsay Heights - Neighborhood Improvement District #12 has been implemented and approved by the City of Milwaukee under her leadership.

< Back Vince Ashford Safety Director Vincent Ashford is the Director of Safety and Security at Walnut Way, responsible for the physical security and safety of all properties where Walnut Way has ownership. This includes buildings, mechanicals, and functional equipment. He has a long career in security and safety management, having held similar roles in both the public and private sector. He works with colleagues to ensure that all properties are secure and safe while also responding to any emergency situations that may arise. Vincent is committed to fostering an environment of safety at Walnut Way by providing training, resources, and best practices for team members across the organization. vincent.ashford1@gmail.com (414) 310-1274

< Back Eric R. Trunnell Environmental Program Assistant Eric holds an associate degree in Architectural Technology from Milwaukee Area Technical College and certifications in lead asbestos, lead abatement, OSHA 10, and OSHA 30. He brings a strong technical background to his role as an Environmental Program Assistant at Walnut Way. Since joining in March 2024, Eric manages Blue Skies Landscaping contracts, organizes project schedules using Excel, and supports the renovation of rental properties. His experience combines hands-on project management with a commitment to environmental safety and community improvement, ensuring that Walnut Way’s environmental initiatives and property improvements are executed efficiently and in compliance with industry standards. etrunell@walnutway.org 414-264-2326

< Back Blue Skies Landscaping - GI and General Services Crew Member Milwaukee, WI, USA About the Role Position Purpose The Blue Skies Landscape Crew Member is a full-time seasonal employment opportunity with Walnut Way Conservation Corp., supporting all aspects of the Blue Skies Landscaping program, as well as urban agriculture and campus maintenance. The candidate must possess the ability to learn skills in landscape maintenance, landscape installations, horticulture, and agriculture production. The candidate must be comfortable working outdoors in all temperatures and types of weather and must possess sufficient physical fitness/strength to lift landscaping tools and materials. The candidate must also be comfortable operating equipment such as commercial lawn mowers, tillers, backpack blowers, and more. Blue Skies Crew Members should be friendly and dependable and be able to work with other staff as required, as well as have strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask. In all instances, s/he must perform m in accordance with and be committed to the Walnut Way mission. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Arrive at work daily and ready to work. Execute work on residential and commercial contracts for Blue Skies Landscaping, including landscape installations, landscape maintenance, and property maintenance and cleanups. Support all aspects of Walnut Way Campus landscape maintenance, such as litter clean up, mowing, weeding, watering, mulching, planting, minor repairs. As directed, assist with all tasks related to garden production, such as bed preparation, sowing, weeding, pruning, and harvesting. Properly operate and maintain landscaping equipment. Attend all required training and certifications. Other duties as assigned by Supervisors or Leads. Perform other duties to support the success of Blue Skies Landscaping and Walnut Way. This position does not require supervisory of other staff. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment characteristics include working outdoors on residential and commercial properties, in the public right of way, in gardens, in all weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold, and all types of precipitation. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen. The employee is required to stand for six hours or more per workday. The employee is required to kneel, squat, bend over and use hands to work in the gardens and in landscapes. The employee must be able to use motor skills and vision to operate landscape equipment. The candidate must be able to lift 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Travel Local travel to project sites is required. For normal working hours, transportation is provided via company vehicle. Requirements Experience in horticulture and landscape work, including landscape construction, landscape installations, and ground maintenance preferred. Experience maintaining and operating commercial landscape equipment and tools preferred. Commitment to work in diverse settings. Ability to execute scopes of work; adjust as situations warrant; think on feet. Ability to move through tasks in an urgent manner and manage time effectively. Proven ability to work with youth and adults from diverse backgrounds. Ability to adjust to emerging priorities, motivated, and effective listener. Must be willing to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends. Have a Wisconsin driver’s license and maintain throughout employment. Effective oral communication skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with supervisory staff, other crew members, customers, and community residents. Residents of the Lindsay Heights neighborhoods and zip codes 53205 & 53206 will receive strong consideration. About Walnut Way Conservation Corp Walnut Way Conservation Corp. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit neighborhood organization founded in 2000 by Lindsay Heights residents to reclaim and redevelop the economic health and vitality of their community. In the years since, Walnut Way and its partners have rolled out a series of successful and innovative programs and initiatives addressing the neighborhood’s most pressing economic, environmental, and health issues. Walnut Way is located inside a renovated house situated in the residential neighborhood of Lindsay Heights. Grounded in grass-root principles, Walnut Way properties extend additional blocks and include an orchard, carryout cafe, print shop, and construction and landscaping business. The ideal candidate will typically work Monday - Friday with occasional nights and weekends as needed. Apply Now

< Back Terrance Rayford Blue Skies Landscaping Crew Terrence is a good communicator and highly motivated individual with two years of landscaping experience. As a member of the Blue Skies Landscaping crew at Walnut Way, Terrence supports landscape maintenance, urban agriculture, and campus upkeep, working outdoors in all conditions. He is skilled with commercial equipment, friendly, dependable, and committed to advancing Walnut Way’s mission of building a greener, healthier community.

< Back Pastor Teresa Thomas -Boyd Faith Partnership Consultant Pastor Boyd works to mobilize churches and community members around civic engagement. Pastor Boyd is an experienced faith leader with nearly two decades of experience leading a Milwaukee-based church. This has given me the unique perspective of being able to connect with people from diverse backgrounds and inspire them to become more involved in their community. fourjttb@yahoo.com (414)507-1115

< Back Marilyn Mitchell Accountant Marilyn Mitchell is a management accounting professional and small business consultant with over 30 years of experience in nonprofit, corporate, and government sectors. She has served as Controller, Financial Analyst, and Accounting Manager, specializing in sales and expense forecasting, variance analysis, business development, tax, and full-charge accounting. Marilyn holds degrees in Business Administration and Accounting from Mount Mary University. She is also a current and former owner of businesses in accounting and tax, trucking, retail, mortgage lending, and staffing. Marilyn brings a wealth of expertise and entrepreneurial insight to her role as Walnut Way’s accountant. mmitchell@walnutway.org (262) 259-5917

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Community Events & Services Booking Discover what’s happening in Lindsay Heights and get involved! Here you’ll find a full calendar of Walnut Way community events, meetings, volunteer opportunities, and special programs. Whether you’re a neighbor, partner, or visitor, there’s something for everyone. Book Our Spaces: Looking for a place to host your next meeting, special event, workshop, or community gathering? Walnut Way offers flexible, modern spaces at the Innovation & Wellness Commons, including conference rooms and activity areas. Our venues are ideal for team meetings, seminars, volunteer projects, and tours. You can easily request to book space online-just select your preferred room and time, and our team will follow up to confirm your reservation Volunteer & Get Involved: Join us for hands-on volunteer days, garden projects, and neighborhood cleanups. Check the events calendar for upcoming opportunities to connect, contribute, and make a difference in Lindsay Heights. Take a Tour: Interested in learning more about Walnut Way’s work and the Innovation & Wellness Commons? Schedule a tour to meet our team, explore our spaces, and see community-led transformation in action. Connect With Us: Have questions, want to collaborate, or need help booking space? Contact us directly at info@walnutway.org or call 414-264-2326. Our staff is here to help you plan your event, get involved, or learn more about our mission Jerrilynn Freelon Associate Director 📞 (414) 264-2326 ✉️ jfreelon@walnutway.org Tomiah Jackson Program Assistant 📞 (414) 264-2326 ✉️ tjackson@walnutway.org Gwendolyn Hodges Program Assistant 📞 (414) 264-2326 ✉️ ghodges@walnutway.org Contact the Team Today! Book Now Join this Month's Events Milwaukee Public Library Digital Literacy Training Series When Sept. 16, 23 & Oct. 14, 21, and 28 Where Villard Public Library & Center St. Library Register Now Check out what's possible @ Walnut Way! Lindsay Heights Critical Home Repair 1 hr Request to Book Resilient Resident / Affordable WIFI 1 hr More Info Lindsay Heights EMERGENCY Repair Program 1 hr Request to Book Landscaping & Snow Removal Quote 1 hr Free Free Request to Book Green Infrastructure Site Assessment 1 hr Negotiable Negotiable Request to Book TOL - IWC Phase I - Activity Space 2 hr Negotiable Negotiable Request to Book IWC Conference Room 2 hr Starting at $35/hour Starting at $35/hour Request to Book Outdoor IWC Terrace 2 hr Negotiable Negotiable Request to Book Lindsay Heights ECO Tour 1 hr Negotiable Negotiable Request to Book Lindsay Heights Resident-led Tour 1 hr Negotiable Negotiable Request to Book Upcoming Community Events Milwaukee Public Library Digital Literacy Training Series Sept. 16, 23 & Oct. 14, 21, and 28 Villard Public Library & Center St. Library More info RSVP Civic Participation Creates Pathways to Power

< Back Housing Walnut Way's commitment is reflected in their active participation in various initiatives aimed at housing stabilization across the city of Milwaukee. One such initiative is the MKE Homes Program, a city-wide project that repurposes city-owned foreclosed properties into affordable homeownership opportunities. Walnut Way partners with this program to revitalize vacant properties into quality homes, making them accessible to individuals and families with moderate to low income. In addition to this, Walnut Way plays an essential role within the Neighborhood Improvement District (NID). Through this involvement, they facilitate minor and sometimes significant repairs to homes, thereby enhancing their safety and livability. This support enables seniors to age in place, maintain their independence and remain connected to their community. Walnut Way also collaborates with the Milwaukee Community Land Trust to increase the availability of affordable homes in Lindsay Heights and throughout Milwaukee. This partnership provides an innovative pathway to homeownership by separating the cost of land from the price of the home, making it more attainable for those with limited financial resources. This is placeholder text. To change this content, double-click on the element and click Change Content. Want to view and manage all your collections? Click on the Content Manager button in the Add panel on the left. Here, you can make changes to your content, add new fields, create dynamic pages and more. You can create as many collections as you need. Your collection is already set up for you with fields and content. Add your own, or import content from a CSV file. Add fields for any type of content you want to display, such as rich text, images, videos and more. You can also collect and store information from your site visitors using input elements like custom forms and fields. Be sure to click Sync after making changes in a collection, so visitors can see your newest content on your live site. Preview your site to check that all your elements are displaying content from the right collection fields. Power in Numbers 30 Programs 50 Locations 200 Volunteers Project Gallery Previous Next