"A Whole Home Approach" Green Infrastructure, Energy Efficiency, Broadband, Home Ownership Access and Affordability for Everyone Pilots, Projects and & Programs Our community-led 'Whole Home Approach' focuses on rehabilitating houses in poor condition, aiding seniors to age in place, and ensuring homes are lead-free and energy efficient. One of our key objectives is to collaborate with landlords to enhance the condition and quality of properties, while also creating affordable home ownership opportunities. Beyond direct interventions, we also advocate for fair energy policies, engaging with the Public Service Commission and intervening in rate cases to address the energy burden on low-income households. This advocacy work bridges the gap between our direct actions and broader systemic change, creating a more equitable energy landscape for our community. WPSC State of WI - Energy Innovation MMSD - Green Infrstrucutre Programs Funding opportunities, education, and tools to create successful green infrastructure strategies. MKE Homes Affordable Home Ownership EJII MKE Fresh Air Collective We Energies - Energy Effiecnecy pilot WPSC - Percentage of Income Pilot Program LH NID Senor Home Repair Focus on Energy - Community Impact Program Techquity Affordable Broadband Access Civic Participation Creates Pathways to Power

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Contact Us Get in Touch We would love to hear from you and answer any questions you may have. Please feel free to reach out to us at the following email address or phone number. You can also visit us at our office located at 123 Main Street, Suite 100, Anytown, USA. Email: info@walnutway.org Phone: 555-555-5555 First Name Last Name Email Subject Type Your Message Here Send Message Thank You for Contacting Us! "Coming soon" Resilient Residents, Resilient City Affordable Wifi Program First name Last name Phone Email* Learn More I want to subscribe and learn more... * Lindsay Heights Critical Home Repair 1 hr Schedule visit/call Resilient Resident / Affordable WIFI 1 hr More Info Invest in Your Community Today! Donate Now

< Back Communications Assistant Milwaukee, WI, USA About the Role Company Performance Statement In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following: ▪ Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision. ▪ Interact professionally with other employees, customers, and suppliers. ▪ Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments. ▪ Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations. Position Summary Walnut Way Overall Responsibilities: We are seeking a passionate and innovative Media Narrative Curator to join our team. This role is pivotal in shaping and managing the narrative around environmental justice issues within media platforms. The Media Narrative Curator will be responsible for crafting compelling stories, managing media relationships, and utilizing various channels to influence public perception and drive advocacy efforts. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in media, communications, and social justice, with a deep understanding of environmental issues and community engagement. Finally, this position is responsible for sharing compelling narratives that highlight the experiences and voices of the Lindsay Heights community, and showcase Walnut Way’s work, impact and aligns with the general Walnut Way narrative. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Content Creation & Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive media narrative strategy that aligns with the organization’s mission and goals. Create, curate, and manage engaging content across various media platforms, including social media, blogs, newsletters, and press releases. Collaborate with team members to generate content that reflects diverse perspectives and addresses key environmental justice issues. Monitor media coverage, social media trends, and public discourse related to environmental justice and the organization’s initiatives. Analyze the effectiveness of media campaigns and narrative strategies, providing regular reports and recommendations for improvement. Other duties as assigned. Storytelling : Craft and share compelling narratives that highlight the experiences and voices of the Lindsay Heights community, and showcase Walnut Way’s work, impact and aligns with the general Walnut Way narrative. Use data and personal stories to create powerful, relatable content that resonates with target audiences. Community Engagement: Engage with community members, activists, and stakeholders to gather stories, insights, and feedback for content development. Support community-driven media projects and initiatives that promote environmental justice and raise awareness. Pitch stories, coordinate interviews, and manage resident inquiries to enhance the organization’s visibility and impact. Collaboration & Coordination: Work closely with the EJII and Walnut Way Project Leads to ensure consistent messaging and effective communication strategies. Participate in team meetings and contribute to the development of organizational goals and strategies. Work with the grants manager to develop stories for grant applications and create impact reports. Maintain relationships with funders through regular digital updates. Digital Literacy: Use digital marketing and content creation as digital training tools for community members. Integrate digital literacy into all communications efforts, making them educational for the community. Amplify Walnut Way's message and build digital skills within the community. Other Duties/Responsibilities: Ability to work with diverse populations and a variety of neighborhoods. Experience developing residents and connecting them to the community. Up to 35 hrs. per week. Flexibility to work - days, evenings, and weekend shifts. Supervisory Responsibility: This position is not required to supervise staff. Requirements Education & Experience (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) Education: Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Writing Skills: Strong written communication skills, including the ability to create clear, engaging content. Social media: Familiarity with social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn) and content creation tools. Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail. Technical Skills: Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Experience with content management systems (CMS) and email marketing platforms is a plus. Creativity: Ability to contribute fresh ideas for content, campaigns, and outreach efforts. Interpersonal Skills: Good verbal communication skills and the ability to work well with a team. Adaptability: Willingness to learn and adapt to new tools, techniques, and trends in digital communication. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, it will typically be in an office setting. Frequently required to operate a computer and file and retrieve written documents. The physical demands include, but are not limited to, standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, handling, kneeling, crouching and bending. The positions can be mentally challenging. As a result, this position is more mentally challenging than physically challenging. Work Environment There will be extended periods of sitting required when performing administrative tasks and while attending meetings. Non-physical demands include a work environment where the noise level is usually quiet to moderate but may be loud on occasion. The nature of the position may expose moderate levels of tension when dealing with issues. The level of tension is usually moderate, with high levels of tension occurring occasionally. Note This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship. 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 Resilient Resident Affordable WIFI Walnut Way Conservation Corp is launching a community-driven initiative to bridge the digital divide in underserved areas of Milwaukee. We invite partner organizations and multi-unit apartment complexes to collaborate with us by hosting our antennas on their properties. This partnership will enable us to provide free public Wi-Fi access to residents, enhancing digital equity and promoting community development. Benefits of Partnership Free Public Wi-Fi : Residents will have access to a free tier of internet service with speeds of 100/20 Mbps, ensuring basic connectivity for all. Enhanced Connectivity : We will install Wi-Fi hotspots across participating projects, providing reliable internet access throughout the community. Digital Literacy Support : Our Digital Navigator program offers device setup assistance, troubleshooting, and digital skills training to ensure residents can fully utilize the new digital resources. Community Engagement : Partners will be integral in promoting the program through awareness campaigns and community events. Power in Numbers 30 Programs 50 Locations 200 Volunteers Project Gallery Previous Next

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We are in the process of creating a comprehensive strategy to scale the systemic change already being fostered throughout Milwaukee, further improving the community's quality of life across multiple dimensions. We are aiming to leverage a $20 million grant in a collaborative effort involving multiple partners, each focusing on their expertise to maximize the impact of the investment. EPA Environmental and Climate Justice Community Change Grants Program The collaborative process aims to secure the EPA Community Change Grant with cross-sector partners. Milwaukee Walnut Way Conservation Corp. leads, with the City of Milwaukee, grassroots orgs, and the Environmental Justice & Infrastructure Initiative. Walnut Way, EJII and City of Milwaukee are working with Slipstream and Elevate (technical assistance providers) to advance the development of a unified, collaboratively created grant proposal submission, ensuring the inclusion of all partner stakeholders involved in this collective endeavor. Initial phase: info gathering and proposal drafting; subsequent phases focus on stakeholder review. The project aligns with stakeholder priorities in targeted neighborhoods. To extend beyond 36 months, explore additional sources like municipal strategies, matching resources, philanthropic entities, donors, and other funding. Current timeline for submission by April 15, 2024 Update In green 5/2/2024 - Slide Deck DRAFT Overview Update In green 3/8/2024 Updates: in Green EPA Kick-off meeting registration: https://www.walnutway.org/events-1/epa-grant-kick-off-meetin EPA Environmental and Climate Justice Community Change Grants Program Walnut Way Letter of Support Draft Template - EPA Grant Conceptual Starting Point - Update 3 /8/ 2024 - How can we positively impact the lives of 5300 in targeted neighbohrood individuals through a variety of approaches focusing on voting capabilities, marketable skills, healthy housing (affordable rental and home owernship) , stable transportation, and healthcare access? The project is a multi-faceted initiative aimed at foste ring environmental justice, infrastructure development, and community engagement. Positioned as a comprehensive response to pressing environmental concerns, the project leverages the collective strength of Walnut Way and its partner organizations, deploying a budget of approximately 20 million to be distributed over 36 months. Update 3/8/2024 - How can we attract matching funds to seize the opportunity for long-term sustainability? The project involves education, capacity building, governance participation, and environmental stewarding, with a specific focus on energy efficiency, weatherization, storm water management, healthy home resources, and data collection. An important aspect of the initiative includes the implementation of a micro-grid for subscription-based renewable energy access, as well as weatherizing 300 homes and significant green infrastructure projects. A critical part of this effort is the Resilient Resident Civic Engagement Compensation Program. This innovative program provides a method for community members to gain recognition and compensation for their contribution to the project, providing a way to earn additional income and engage in civic activities. Overall, the project aims for a holistic transformation of urban infrastructure and the creation of a sustainable, equitable community. Update 3/8/2024 - We must clearly outline how resident led initiatives can access direct recourses for self-directed projects programs and initiatives - toward a more cohesive community. Writing Team: Led by Antonio Butts from Walnut Way (antonio@walnutway.org ), who acts as the lead agency and convener. Core members include Oliver Schmitz from the Grainger Institute for Engineering (oschmitz@wisc.edu ) and Dr. Nilanjan Lodh from Marquette University College of Health Sciences (nilanjan.lodh@marquette.edu ). Other key contributors are Chelsea Chandler from Clean Wisconsin (cchandler@cleanwisconsin.org ) and Jodi Jean Amble from Renew Wisconsin (jodi@renewwisconsin.org ). Update 3 /8/ 2024 - Slip Stream is currently leading the initial phases of the proposal writing process (slipstream contact: Sarah Dooling sdooling@slipstreaminc.org ). Next phases will include collaborative review and feedback. Submission date goals April 15, 2024. Responsible for writing proposals, reports, and ensuring clear communication among all teams. Their key tasks include project documentation, proposal development, and interteam communication. Green Infrastructure Team: Breanne Plier from the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (bplier@mmsd.com ) now holds a core leadership role in this team. Randy Krous of Milwaukee's Forestry Apprenticeship program (rkrous@milwaukee.gov ), Jiquinna Cohen from Milwaukee Public Schools (505@milwaukee.k12.wi.us ), Chuck Schumacher from the Milwaukee Department of Public Works (cschum@milwaukee.gov ), Lafayette L. Crump from the Department of City Development (lafayette.crump@milwaukee.gov ), and Langston Verdin from MKE Fresh Air Collective (langston@mkefreshair.com ). Update 3 /8/ 2024 - Strategy is emerging between Urban Ecology, Ground Works and Walnut Way for aligned training and implementation approach. Habitat restoration, forestry-related tasks, and sustainable urban planning. Key tasks involve implementing green infrastructure projects, coordinating with city departments and schools, and monitoring air quality. Health Research Team: This team maintains its focus on health-related aspects of environmental issues, with Dr. Nilanjan Lodh from Marquette University College of Health Sciences (nilanjan.lodh@marquette.edu ) serving as a member in addition to his role in the Writing Team. Other team members include Michael Mannan from the City of Milwaukee Health Department (mamanna@milwaukee.gov ) and Nicole Mubanga from Outreach Health Systems (nicolem@orchc-milw.org ).Update 3/8/ 2024 - To repurpose the former Children's Hospital Pediatric Care Center at the previous Next Door Foundation site in 53210 Metcalf Park, the goal is to establish a community clinic for family practice. Children's previously served over 1,500 families from this site. Currently, there is no other clinic or primary care facility within a 4-square-mile radius of the community. Potential partnerships with federally qualified health centers are being considered in this initiative as we plan for the next steps. focuses on the health impacts of environmental issues. Their main objective is to optimize health systems and conduct medical research related to the environment. This includes studying the effects of pollution on public health, researching new methods to mitigate these impacts, and working closely with health departments to implement findings. Weatherization and Energy Efficiency Team including workforce training: This team includes Calleb Zyduck from WE Energies - Business Services (calleb.zyduck@wecenergygroup.com ) and Nic Schueller from Focus on Energy (nic.schueller@focusonenergy.com ). They work closely with Dan Streit from Slipstream (dstreit@slipstreaminc.org ) and Abigail Corso from Elevate (Abigail.Corso@elevatenp.org ) to implement and evaluate energy-efficient technologies and infrastructures, promote energy conservation, and provide technical expertise. Update 3 /8/ 2024 , the acquisition of eight to 12 navigators strategically positioned partner locations to facilitate and implement inflation reduction measures, focusing on owner occupants, particularly seniors and low to middle-income families. A cohort of up to 16 organizations is engaged in an ecosystem of support to enhance stability access. promote energy conservation and renewable energy use in Milwaukee. They work on implementing energy-efficient technologies and infrastructures, managing stormwater, a nd providing technical expertise. Their key tasks include conducting energy audits, implementing energy-saving measures, and educating the public about energy efficiency. Project Goals The Walnut Way Conservation Corps, in partnership with a cross-sector collaborative of community-based organizations, municipalities, social sector anchors, and the local community, is requesting a $20 million grant. The allocation of funds includes: $5 million to the Milwaukee Community Land Trust for new construction development project subsidies in partnership with the Community Development Alliance. $10 million for environmental justice and infrastructure initiative, with 16 partners receiving grants ranging from $50,000 to $250,000, totaling $4 million. 1.275M Family Care: Community Clinic $1.5 million specifically for navigators and ambassadors stationed at Environmental Justice and Infrastructure Initiative partner sites. $3 million for neighborhood-level services such as pre-weatherization, weatherization, rehab, green infrastructure, energy efficiency, and renewable. $2 million African-American Leadership Alliance for training, development and education, with million going directly towards civic compensation for paid training and learning pathways in civic education, green jobs, or health and wellness advocacy. 1M toward 1MW utility scale solar development 350K Milwaukee Area WISP - extension implementation Subscriber start-up 500K toward Green Jobs Training Center (1414 W Fon Du Lac Ave) References MMSD Proposal Draft 2023 Govenor Housing Proposal McKnight Policy Initiative Proposal Walnut Way - Contractor / Vendor Supplier Enviornmental Justice and Infrastructure Initiative member list Resident Civic Compensation Program Resilient Resident Program Elevate / Walnut Way - Electrification Project Concepts Letter of Support Draft Template - EPA Grant Clean Economy Coalition Wisconsin Plan - EJII Founding Member Data You Can Use African American Wellbeing Index Walnut Way Model Home - Weatherization, Heat Pumps, Solar + Battery Storage Lindsay Heights Green Infrastructure Tour MKE Fresh Air Collective 12 Month Planhttps://www.perplexity.ai/search/from-a-20-n.NEawdlQBysZFuuvBgdGA EPA Project Partners Title Contact Role African American Leadership Alliance Walter Lanier, Executive Director Individual Education and Development Milwaukee Community Land Trust Lamont Davis, executive Director Housing Partner City of Milwaukee office of Sustainability Erick Shambarger, Director Housing Partner Urban Ecology Center Jen Hense, Executive Director Conservation Training and Development Harambe Neighborhood Improvement District Cordela Jones, Board Chair Grass-rrots EJII Partner RON Coalition / UMCS William Schmidt, Executive Director Grass-rrots EJII Partner Lindsay Heights Neighborhood Improvement District James Green, Board President Grassroots EJII Partner Century City Neighborhood Yvonne Mcascill, Resident Leader Grassroots EJII Partner Amani United Mricha Harris, Executive Director Grass-rrots EJII Partner Metclf park Community Bridges Melody Curtis, Deputy Director Grass-rrots EJII Partner Walnut Way Conservation Corp Antonio Butts antonio@walnutway.or g Convener JCP Construction - Construction Management James Phelps / james@jcp-construction.com Development design and constrction