Envision, October 7, 2016
Merrick, Inc., is a private nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation, licensed by the Department of Human Services to provide: Adult Day & Memory Care (ADS), Day Training and Habilitation (DT&H), and Supported Employment (SES). Merrick is also an approved Ticket to Work (TTW) Employer Network. We offer a variety of meaningful work options and life enrichment activities to over 375 adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities (I/DD) at our energy efficient facility in Vadnais Heights and our newly renovated space in North St. Paul.

October 8, 2016
River Valley Riders is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and volunteer-based organization with locations in Afton and Scandia, Minnesota. Our mission is to enrich the lives of children and adults with special needs by providing equine assisted activities and therapies. We currently offer therapeutic horseback riding and carriage driving lessons. All of our lessons are open to students in the greater Minneapolis/St.Paul metro area and western Wisconsin and take place from May through October. We are proud to say that our services are possible with the help of over 200 caring volunteers who dedicated over 6,200 hours in 2015! As a team, we work together to enhance the participant’s physical, cognitive and emotional health while building a community of structure and support.

October 8, 2016
Our mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals, families and communities affected by alcohol and drug dependency by providing affordable, effective educational services grounded in the Twelve Step principles of Alcoholics Anonymous. If you’re hungry for recovery, we will provide a dignified setting and surround you with people living recovery at the highest level; you’re going to get what you need. Everywhere you look you’re surrounded by people who believe in you and believe you have what it takes to recover. We believe that if we provide a dignified, safe and supportive environment, accurate information about the problem and the solution, and a solid bridge to Alcoholics Anonymous, people will recover. Everywhere you look you’re surrounded by people who believe you have what it takes to recover.

October 14, 2016
Bridges to Learning has grown from its initial support of a few students to supporting programs that maintain the entire Anh Linh School student body and teachers. These programs include: Building Schools, Student & Educational Support, Public Understanding, Creating Partnerships, and School Asset Management.

November 3, 2016
Blue Cross Blue Shield Minnesota Luncheon
“Moving Health Forward: Sustaining Equitable Change” luncheon will be held at the Hotel Intercontinental in St. Paul on Thursday, November 3, 2016 from 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Charlie Awards, November 13, 2016
The Charlie Awards is an annual event that celebrates the exceptional contributions of the Twin Cities area restaurant, food and beverage industry. The Charlie Awards recognizes the exceptional contributions of the Twin Cities metro area food and restaurant industry. The awards consist of two components – individuals and businesses honored by their peers and outstanding food recognized by the public and industry leaders.

November 18, 2016
VEAP (Volunteers Enlisted to Assist People) founders believed that helping a neighbor in need ultimately strengthens the community. VEAP has been operating under this principle for over 35 years, providing a range of services to help low-income people meet immediate needs and reach their long-term goal of stability. Today, VEAP serves the residents of Bloomington, Richfield, Edina and South Minneapolis utilizing a unique mix of professional and volunteer services.

Washburn Fall Arts Festival
November 19, 2016
Washburn’s mission ensures students’ academic and social growth in an environment that fosters active student involvement. Instruction at Washburn takes place within integrated/inclusive classrooms where instruction focuses on academic excellence, equity and access. Washburn High School students, teachers and administration are focused on excellence in academics, athletics and the arts.

RiverCentre, November 19, 2016
The Jack Jablonski BEL13VE in Miracles Foundation is a charitable organization created to support spinal cord injury recovery. We are an organization that started by accident. Jack Jablonski's life changed forever after he was hit during a high school hockey game. The resulting injury left him quadriplegic. In a flash, Jack rose to local and national recognition. The ensuing outpouring of support not only helped Jack begin the journey toward his personal goal to someday skate again, it also provided the inspiration for his family and friends to create a foundation that would benefit everyone living with a spinal cord injury.

November 24, 2016
The Walk to End Hunger is a family-friendly 5K fun walk presented by The Mosaic Company. The Walk to End Hunger, held on Thanksgiving morning in the Mall of America, is a great way to start your holiday off right - giving back before you give thanks! Since its inception in 2008, the Walk to End Hunger has raised over $1,200,000 to help support hunger relief organizations working to eliminate hunger in the Twin Cities metro area. 100% of the net proceeds of the Walk to End Hunger are distributed to our partner organizations.

December 2, 2016
The Midwest Society of Association Executives (MSAE) is the 'association for associations' in the Midwest. Our mission is simple: to advance and serve associations in Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota. MSAE is your resource for professional development, continuing education, career growth, and connecting you with other association professionals. MSAE is a community of more than 1,000 association members from nearly 300 Midwest associations.

December 3, 2016, Arrowwood Resort
The Douglas Health Care Foundation was created in 1987 for the sole benefit of the Douglas County Hospital. Its mission is to financially support the hospital to enhance facilities, technology, and medical equipment to ensure that DCH stays on the cutting edge of health care. The Douglas Health Care Foundation is a non-profit organization consisting of volunteer community members. Each year the Douglas Health Care Foundation organizes a Holiday Ball to raise money for the Foundation and other local non-profit organizations. The Douglas Health Care Foundation is currently engaged in an effort to grow and build the Foundation.