by Michael F. Hupy

Michael Hupy has long been an advocate for civil rights. He marched with Father James Gropi during the civil rights movement. Although greater opportunities now exist for people of all races, African American youth are still struggling both educationally and socially. Many young people lack the skills and motivation needed to create a positive future.

The Milwaukee Center for Leadership Development (MCLD) provides after-school and weekend classes to give African American youth the skills needed for both academic and professional success. The Milwaukee personal injury attorneys at Hupy and Abraham are proud to partner with MCLD. Not only has Hupy and Abraham donated funds to help MCLD with their mission of providing African American youth with the training, information and experiences needed to reach the highest levels of achievement, but also two employees are donating their time and talent to help MCLD make a positive impact on the youth of Milwaukee. Marketing director Jill Wellskopf and personal injury attorney Todd Korb have joined the MCLD board of directors.

Hupy and Abraham was recently recognized for their support in a personal letter from the MCLD Executive Director, Tamiko Jordan-Obregon:

“When I received your check, the dream that I have been working towards for several years became that much closer to becoming a reality. Your donation will cover the cost of five of our youth participants in the leadership course scheduled for January 2012 and for that, we are grateful.”

Ms. Jordan-Obregon also stated, “Hupy & Abraham are very committed to the Milwaukee community and to the MCLD. It is pleasing to see that they do not simply write checks; rather, they also give of their time, talent, and treasure. Hopefully, other businesses will follow in their footsteps. Many people are talking about change and waiting for change, but it is going to take action and not words. They are helping the MCLD to build a pipeline to minority talent which is in high demand, but greatly lacking in Milwaukee; and quite frankly, across the country.”

Our Milwaukee personal injury attorneys chose the legal profession in order to make a positive impact on people’s lives. We help Wisconsin car accident victims get accountability and justice through financial compensation. Helping the youth of our community allows our attorneys to make a positive impact in another way.