Welcome to the Madison Commons, a website designed to provide news and information about all of Madison's neighborhoods and a crossroads for the discussion of community issues. The name comes from the idea of a village commons, a place for news, talk, debate, and some entertainment, too, that's open to everyone.
[1]Brett Eby (Photo by John Urban)Brett Eby, ABC For Health
An undergrad at UW-Madison, Brett Eby volunteers weekly at ABC for Health. He assists the advocates and attorneys at ABC for Health as they help underserved families navigate health care and coverage. Brett says it's exhausting, but also very rewarding, to work hard for people's rights—and he plans to continue social justice causes after graduation.
For more information about ABC for Health or to volunteer, visit www.abcforhealth.org [2] or call 608.261.6939.
[3]Jim Schoonhoven (Photo by John Urban)Jim Schoonhoven, OutReach
OutReach, Madison's LGBT center, recognizes Jim Schoonhoven for his volunteering at the walk-in center, staffing the phone, giving talks through the Speakers' Bureau, and offering peer counseling to clients needing support. He is more than an empathetic and energetic volunteer, he's a superstar for his willingness to fill in at a moment's notice.
For more information about OutReach or to volunteer, visit www.lgbtoutreach.org [4] or call 608.255.8582.
