We are a home away from Home.
Supporting and building our Communities through Education, Service, Entrepreneurship, Empowerment, and Dialogue
Welcome to the African Center for Community Development
We are dedicated to creating a vibrant and inclusive community that embraces the rich cultural heritage of Africa. We strive to foster a thriving and engaged African community by promoting cultural understanding, social and economic integration, and civic participation.
Whether you’re a newcomer to the United States or a long-time resident, the African Center is your home away from home, providing invaluable resources to empower individuals, families, and businesses to thrive in Madison and Dane County.
About us
Our mission:
To promote the well-being of African immigrants and preserve the vibrancy of African cultures in Madison and Dane County through education, service, entrepreneurship, empowerment, and dialogue.
Our Vision:
To facilitate the inclusion of African immigrants into the Madison and Dane County communities while maintaining knowledge and appreciation of their cultures of origin.
What we do
Community Support
We provide comprehensive support services to African immigrants, refugees, and low-income families, helping them access essential resources and assist with integration. Our programs include housing assistance, connecting families to rental support and emergency aid; youth programs, offering educational field trips and mentorship; and older adult services, ensuring our elders receive culturally support and working to reduce isolation. Through our community support programs, we aim to promote stability and well-being, empowering individuals and families to thrive.
Community Building
We bring together African immigrants, refugees, community members and the general public through peer support, education, listening sessions and empowerment programs that foster connection and collective well-being. Through our community building programs, we provide culturally-appropriate safe spaces for meaningful discussions and knowledge exchange, support for leadership and mentorship development, and access to critical community health education and resources.
Economic Development
We work with our partners to empower African immigrants and refugees with financial literacy, workforce training and job search assistance to foster long-term economic stability.
Upcoming Events & Programs
611 Eagle Heights Drive
Madison, WI 53705 United States
Journey across the African continent through award-winning children's stories, hands-on activities, and cultural discovery. Children's African Story Hour (CASH) brings diverse art, culture, food, and language from across Africa directly […]
2238 S Park St
Madison, 53713 United States
Join us for the gathering of our Baobab Senior Circle, a welcoming space designed for African and African American older adults (55+) to connect, celebrate, and thrive together. We gather to honor our shared heritage, exchange stories from Africa and America, and strengthen the bonds that sustain us.
516 Cottage Grove Rd
Madison, 53716 United States
This FREE story hour is open to children of all ages and backgrounds. It is an opportunity for your children, grandchildren and little friends to learn about Africa, different cultures and diverse culinary traditions.
2238 S Park St
Madison, 53713 United States
Meet with a Banker: Knowledge is most powerful when paired with action. We're excited to partner with Associated Bank to offer you direct access to a financial banker. There is no appointment needed.
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