In the middle of the holiday season — when joy feels everywhere — for some families, survival still comes first. For Louise McKenzie, helping those families isn’t just charity — it’s purpose.
Watch: Milwaukee grandmother turns grief into hope through Korey’s Kids holiday charity
Milwaukee grandmother turns grief into hope through Korey’s Kids holiday charity
Seven years ago, McKenzie lost her grandson, Corey, when he was just 2 months old. Out of grief — and a desire to help her daughter heal — Korey’s Kidz was born.
“I was helpless, I felt helpless, so we were like we have to help her in some type of way, so we started this,” McKenzie said.
What started as a way to cope has grown into a lifeline for families across Milwaukee. Korey’s Kidz provides essential items that many families can’t afford…