Many of us feel especially moved at Christmas time by the needs of so many people whose circumstances are unfortunate and even desperate, making it hard for them to enter into the celebration of the season.

Leif Nesheim, our President, led a campaign in reaching out to an agency that does wonderful, life-enriching work for some of the most desperate among us. In Leif’s words, “I felt we needed to do something beyond the normal Holiday giving.  We had been giving money to the Milwaukee Rescue Mission for Thanksgiving dinners, and I decided to go see the place for myself. What a wonderful experience! I was greeted by the Executive Director,  Patrick Vanderburgh, and his wife, Barbara, and received a full tour of the facilities. I learned they serve meals and/or provide shelter to almost 500 persons each day….adult men and women, as well as children of all ages, even incorporating a school for K-4 through 6^th grade. There is so much more MRM does to make a difference in the lives of those who have run out of options.”

Leif’s passion ignited a campaign among Berghammer employees to do something above and beyond the charitable causes already supported by many employees. Our drive to collect items of basic needs netted 20 winter jackets, two dozen pillows, 20 pairs of gloves, 16 hats, 25 sweaters…and more!!!

What joy we felt in delivering those items to the grateful staff at the Milwaukee Rescue Mission! More

Many of us feel especially moved at Christmas time by the needs of so many people whose circumstances are unfortunate and even desperate, making it hard for them to enter into the celebration of the season.

Leif Nesheim, our President, led a campaign in reaching out to an agency that does wonderful, life-enriching work for some of the most desperate among us. In Leif’s words, “I felt we needed to do something beyond the normal Holiday giving.  We had been giving money to the Milwaukee Rescue Mission for Thanksgiving dinners, and I decided to go see the place for myself. What a wonderful experience! I was greeted by the Executive Director,  Patrick Vanderburgh, and his wife, Barbara, and received a full tour of the facilities. I learned they serve meals and/or provide shelter to almost 500 persons each day….adult men and women, as well as children of all ages, even incorporating a school for K-4 through 6^th grade. There is so much more MRM does to make a difference in the lives of those who have run out of options.”

Leif’s passion ignited a campaign among Berghammer employees to do something above and beyond the charitable causes already supported by many employees. Our drive to collect items of basic needs netted 20 winter jackets, two dozen pillows, 20 pairs of gloves, 16 hats, 25 sweaters…and more!!!

What joy we felt in delivering those items to the grateful staff at the Milwaukee Rescue Mission!

All people share the same hopes, dreams and joys, and a group of Berghammer employees and their families were reminded of that when they joined residents of the Highland Gardens public housing project to share a Christmas celebration on Saturday, December 1^st.

Berghammer families made cookies, brought small personal items purchased for inclusion in gift packages for residents and joined together for a time of singing, sharing Christmas memories and producing artwork for the 2012 Berghammer Christmas card. It’s hard to say who was more blessed by the experience: The residents or the Berghammer families, but everyone went away smiling! More

All people share the same hopes, dreams and joys, and a group of Berghammer employees and their families were reminded of that when they joined residents of the Highland Gardens public housing project to share a Christmas celebration on Saturday, December 1^st.

Berghammer families made cookies, brought small personal items purchased for inclusion in gift packages for residents and joined together for a time of singing, sharing Christmas memories and producing artwork for the 2012 Berghammer Christmas card. It’s hard to say who was more blessed by the experience: The residents or the Berghammer families, but everyone went away smiling!

HeartLove Place serves to motivate and empower low-income, minority children and families in the heart of Milwaukee's Central City. More

HeartLove Place serves to motivate and empower low-income, minority children and families in the heart of Milwaukee’s Central City. Chaired by Berghammer President Leif Nesheim, the HeartLove Place Annual Golf Outing and Auction raises money to support the facility and buy the equipment it needs. The 10th annual event held on September 17, 2012 at Westmoor Country Club in Brookfield, Wisconsin raised more than $100,000.

Executive Vice President, Jim Parks, joined seven members of St. Mary’s Parish in Elm Grove and Lumen Christi Parish in Mequon, on a Minga to Ecuador. A Minga is a community service project that brings together local residents to complete a large job. More

Executive Vice President, Jim Parks, joined seven members of St. Mary’s Parish in Elm Grove and Lumen Christi Parish in Mequon, on a Minga to Ecuador. A Minga is a community service project that brings together local residents to complete a large job. During the 9 day trip to Quito, Ecuador, the group built a roof structure and stair for a new house. “It’s powerful to be part of a project that has such an impact on people.” Jim continued, “I like participating in a project like this because you are creating something tangible that will change the quality of people’s lives.” This is Jim’s fifth trip to Ecuador. Jim’s aunt, a Blessed Virgin Mary sister, started the mission 42 years ago and his mother is the primary fundraiser, here in the U.S. Jim has also been blessed with three adopted sisters from Ecuador.

The St. Francis Foundation of Milwaukee, Inc is a non-profit organization dedicated to the health and well-being of children, seniors and their families. As a non-profit organization, St. Francis Foundation advances the mission of the Felician Sisters. More

The St. Francis Foundation of Milwaukee, Inc is a non-profit organization dedicated to the health and well-being of children, seniors and their families. As a non-profit organization, St. Francis Foundation advances the mission of the Felician Sisters. By developing community partnerships with individuals, foundations and businesses, St. Francis Foundation supports the continuation of quality programs at the Child Development Center of St. Joseph and Villa St. Francis. Senior Vice President, George Minnich, is currently serving as the President of the Board of Directors.

Future Milwaukee is a community leadership development program designed to develop, motivate and empower diverse, ethical leaders who create positive change in greater Milwaukee through effective civic engagement. More

Future Milwaukee is a community leadership development program designed to develop, motivate and empower diverse, ethical leaders who create positive change in greater Milwaukee through effective civic engagement. Participants gain an understanding of community issues, experience working with community issues, the development of leadership skills and knowledge of dealing with diverse points of view. Senior Vice President, George Minnich and more recently Project Manager, Tiffany May are graduates of the program.

Each year, Eppstein Uhen Architects holds its Beyond Design Bike Tour to promote close ties between Madison and Milwaukee and to raise money for the Eppstein Uhen Foundation. More

Each year, Eppstein Uhen Architects holds its Beyond Design Bike Tour to promote close ties between Madison and Milwaukee and to raise money for the Eppstein Uhen Foundation. The 82-mile ride started at State Fair Park in Milwaukee, and ended at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison. The event raised more than $50,000 for the Eppstein Uhen Foundation and its grant recipients – UW-Milwaukee’s College for Kids program and UW-Maidson’s Movin’ Minds program. Berghammer was a major sponsor of the event, with several employees participating as riders or volunteers.