Each day, there are incredible stories of resilience, courage, and hope at Broadscope Disability Services. We support individuals who refuse to let their challenges define them, families who work tirelessly to support their loved ones, and individuals who prove that no obstacle is too big when met with compassion and opportunity. These stories fuel our commitment to empower people of all abilities to live their lives to the fullest.
Hundreds of individuals with disabilities and their families rely on Broadscope for essential services like employment assistance, family support, independent living resources, and advocacy. It is because of generous supporters like you that we are able to have a substantial impact on their lives.
By making a tax-deductible donation today, you are giving more than just money—you are giving hope, dignity, and the opportunity for individuals to reach their full potential. Donations can be made here.
Every dollar strengthens our ability to make a meaningful difference.
On September 7, 2024, the 28th Annual Joe’s Run, Walk & Roll once again brought our supporters together for a fantastic morning of fitness, inclusion, and celebration. We headed to a new location this year of Hoyt Park, which boasted many trees for shade, a flat race route and lots of picnic tables. The support of cheering viewers and a high five from Roscoe of the Milwaukee Admirals made this event one you didn’t want to miss.
There were 248 participants of all abilities who took part in the competitive 5K run, the 3K fun walk/roll, or the 1K kids’ race, creating an uplifting atmosphere where everyone felt empowered to push their limits and have fun.
From the moment participants arrived, the energy was electric. We were thrilled to see such a diverse group of runners, walkers, and rollers, each united by the common goal of supporting Broadscope Disability Services. With a fully accessible route, the event was a true reflection of inclusivity, ensuring that everyone could join in on the fun.
After crossing the finish line, attendees were treated to a Jimmy John’s sandwich, a Chillwaukee popsicle, photo booth pictures by Festive Foto, raffles, a TosaFest drink coupon and the popular SC Johnson product table.
We want to extend a huge thank you to all those who participated in this event.
Wow, what a wonderful night! Thank you to everyone who made it out to the 42nd Taste of Milwaukee earlier this month. We moved to a new venue this year, at the Marcus Performing Arts Center, which was a beautiful space overlooking the Milwaukee River.
Every year, we enjoy being able to celebrate Broadscope and the Milwaukee community at Taste of Milwaukee. Fourteen local restaurants joined us to show why Milwaukee’s food scene is top tier. Saffron – Modern Indian Dining took home the Best Dish Award for their dish Katsu Bao Bun with tempura chicken, Asian slaw and spicy aioli. We enjoyed entertainment by our emcee, Symone Woolridge, and the Donna Woodall Group. Ryan Nolan, a long-time Broadscope client, was honored with an award for his dedication to his jobs over the years and appreciate hearing from his family about their experiences with Broadscope.
After an amazing night with our equally amazing supporters, we are proud to announce that Broadscope raised nearly $30,000. Everything that Broadscope raised during Taste of Milwaukee goes right into our three programs that help individuals with disabilities and their families- Independent Living, Employment Services and Respite Care Coordination.
Thank you again to all of our sponsors and supporters. We can’t wait to see everyone again for Taste of Milwaukee in March 2025!
Some people grow up knowing what they want to do. Some people discover their passion through taking classes. Some people need to work in different fields until they realize what they love doing.
Darnell is no different. As a long-standing Employment Services client at Broadscope, he navigated through numerous temporary and seasonal jobs over the years. Although he enjoyed temporary positions like working at Summerfest and Wisconsin State Fair during the summers, the reality of supporting a family of four made the impermanence of such roles challenging.
Through those temporary jobs Darnell gained important skills that can be utilized in many different settings. He also learned about himself and what type of permanent job he would like. Darnell enjoys working in security, but he doesn’t like working third-shift. He enjoys working places that have a strong comradery among employees. These temporary jobs eventually led him to his current job at Pick ‘n Save.
In October, Darnell celebrated his one-year anniversary at Pick ‘n Save – an amazing accomplishment, as this is the longest job that Darnell has had since becoming a client with Broadscope. Darnell discovered his passion while at Pick ‘n Save. He loves working in the kitchen.
Having a supportive community helped Darnell achieve his one-year milestone. The Store Director, Brad, called Darnell “reliable and a hard worker.” Brad said, “we had to be patient in finding areas where Darnell works best and stays focused, which really paid off.” One of Darnell’s favorite parts about working at Pick ‘n Save is having great coworkers. Once he started in the kitchen, his coworkers were patient in training him new skills. Darnell and his coworkers also have a great relationship where they enjoy joking around and chatting throughout the day.
At Broadscope, success isn’t solely defined by the duration of a client’s job tenure or immediate attainment of a permanent position. It’s important to everyone at Broadscope to stand by our clients, even during tough times, and never give up on them. Darnell has been successful every time he tried out a new job, took on new responsibilities, and learned new skills. Throughout Darnell’s journey to find a permanent job, he showed dedication, positivity, and a willingness to try new jobs- all of which have contributed to Darnell’s success.
After a three-year hiatus, we were able to host the 41st Taste of Milwaukee in-person! Over 100 guests and business owners joined us to sample food from amazing restaurants in the Milwaukee area. Guests enjoyed taking fun photos at our photo booth, trying their luck in our 50/50 raffle, bidding on silent auction items, and participating in an exciting wine pull where they were guaranteed to win a bottle of Cooper’s Hawk wine. It was an evening filled with a delicious variety of food and wonderful company all in the name of raising funds for the people served by Broadscope’s Independent Living, Employment, and Respite programs.
Back this year was the opportunity to vote for the Best Dish. Guests were encouraged to vote for what they considered the Best Dish among all the tastings at the 41st Taste of Milwaukee. We are excited to announce that Confectionately Yours by GGG, who served a delicious peach cobbler, received the title of Best Dish at this year’s event. Congratulations!
A sincere thank you to everyone who attended, to the restaurants, to the volunteers, to our sponsors, and to the companies that generously donated items for our silent auction. Each and every person who attended, volunteered, and worked behind the scenes played a huge role in making it a successful and fun night. Your support raised over $20,000 that will help advance opportunities for people with disabilities and their families.
We would like to thank the following restaurants for preparing their popular dishes for our guests to sample: Bacchus – A Bartolotta Restaurant, Bartolotta Catering & Events, Confectionately Yours by GGG, Davians, Famous Dave’s, FreshFin, Pizza Man, Portillo’s, Saz’s, Tots on the Street, and Wahlburgers.
A special thank you to our sponsors O’Leary & Anick, SC Johnson, A Family Company, Creative Graphic Imaging, United Financial Advisors, Associated Bank, Reilly, Penner & Benton LLP, Regal Rexnord, Festival Foods, R&R Insurance Services, Next Realty, and Italian Community Center, Inc. Together we are working to foster inclusion for people with disabilities.
We would like to thank the Pilot Club of Milwaukee for their support and generosity. Because of their support, we are able to host small group outings for participants of our Independent Living Program. These outings provide social opportunities and activities for our clients who typically do not have those opportunities very often. Thank you so much for supporting our mission!
Broadscope Disability Services is grateful for the support and generosity from the Forest County Potawatomi Foundation. Their support allows us to have a mixture of educational and social opportunities for the people we serve. This ensures that our clients can connect with others and practice their interpersonal skills while enjoying new experiences. Thank you!
