100% Volunteer Led. 100% Local.
Grassroots Impact for Waukesha County.
Serving Lake Country and Waukesha County, S.E.R.V.E. is a 100% volunteer-led nonprofit creating stigma-free experiences for under-resourced families. Every donation stays in our community, benefiting 2,000+ local children and providing 400+ volunteer opportunities annually.
Support. Empower. Resource. Volunteer. Engage.
Our Signature Programs
Free Christmas Market
Held annually in mid-December, our market empowers parents to shop with dignity for over 500 children. Families receive toys, books, warm clothing, and holiday essentials for a complete and joyful Christmas morning.
Back To School Program
Held annually in August for nearly 500 children, our Free Back-to-School Carnival features bounce houses, Kona Ice, and exciting touch-a-truck experiences with first responders. Every child receives a backpack filled with supplies, along with free haircuts and braiding, to start the year with confidence and joy.
Summer Nourish Program
Launched in 2025, our Summer Nourish Program provides three monthly home deliveries of non-perishable food to Waukesha County children during summer break. After serving 135 kids in our first year, we aim to more than double our reach in 2026 to ensure no child goes hungry.
Helping The Community All Year Long
S.E.R.V.E. collaborates with local community organizations and under-resourced schools to fill gaps, share resources, and create stigma-free experiences for families. We partner with our neighbors all year long through ongoing drives and volunteer projects that provide support far beyond our signature seasonal events.
Make a Difference
We invite you to join our community of supporters. Whether it's at one of our seasonal events or behind the scenes, your time directly impacts children in our local area.
- Help at signature events (Carnival, Christmas Market)
- Join packing days for Summer Nourish
- Be a 'Shopping Warrior' for children's needs
- Host a local drive for toys, socks, or books