Supporting Families & Strengthening Traditions Since 1970
United Community Center has been a catalyst for community growth, building, and betterment on Milwaukee’s south side since its founding. What started as a small youth center has grown into an intergenerational safe haven that serves more than 18,000 people each year. UCC serves individuals 6 weeks to 103 years old through educational services, senior support, homebuyer counseling, and much more.
Our Vision
UCC's Vision is an empowered and thriving Hispanic community where all achieve their fullest potential.
Our Mission
UCC's Mission is to transform the lives of Hispanics, families and individuals of all ages by providing the highest quality comprehensive services in education, human services, health, community development and cultural arts.
First Time Homebuyer? We Can Help!
The UCC First Time Homebuyer Program offers homebuyer education and homebuyer counseling to help individuals and families in our community realize the dream of owning their first home. Additionally, we partner with the City of Milwaukee Down Payment Assistance Program - Find Out More Here.
Learn More about the UCC First Time Homebuyer Program!
From the Desk of the CEO:
"Every family is trusting that the support they find here will be here tomorrow, and the day after that. What happens at UCC isn’t uncertain, it isn’t by chance. It is proven, it is measurable, and it is making a difference every single day."
- Laura Gutierrez, CEO
Learn More About UCC LeadershipUCC Success Stories
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Read Amparo's StoryAmparo, Elderly Programs“Compared to the first time we met Amparo, she is now attending every day with a glow, smiling, and enjoying being among her new friends.” - UCC Staff Member
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Read Eduardo's StoryEduardo, UCC First Time Homebuyer Program“As first-time homebuyers, the process felt overwhelming at first, but the guidance and support we received made a big difference.”
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Read Sara's StorySara, Early Childhood EducationToday, Sara is beginning to use new words to communicate in both English and Spanish and is able to follow simple directions with greater confidence. During classroom activities, she is more engaged and responsive, and her growing ability to express herself is opening the door to deeper learning and connection.
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Read More of Our Success Stories!UCC is proud to be a part of their road to success!
Thank You to Our Partners
With the help of many partners, UCC is celebrating 56 years of service to the community.
These partners enable us to accomplish our mission every day.
