Community Action Center of Northfield

The elves of Christmas Sharing are busy preparing for the big day that is only two weeks away! But, there is still time to help by making a donation or bringing a gift. Gifts for teens are especially needed, and monetary contributions are accepted throughout the season. Please join us in making Christmas merry for over 900 children who will be served this year!

On Thursday, November 17 from 2:00 – 4:00, the Rice County Homeless Response Team will sponsor an information session on the realities facing the homeless in our area. This event is part of the nationwide “Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week” that is held each year during the week before Thanksgiving.

In 2010-11, thirty homeless households used the Community Action Center’s emergency shelter program. These households included 19 children. Homelessness in small cities and rural areas is often less visible than in big cities, but the issue exists here too.

The Homelessness Summit will be held at South Central College in Faribault. For more information contact Sue Warring at the Community Action Center or Gina at 507-332-2236.

The CAC recently received a “Young Explorer’s” computer through the generosity of IBM.  Former IBM employee and CAC volunteer, Larry Walsh, facilitated the donation.  The computer is designed for children 3-10 years old to explore the computer with learning activities.  Thanks to IBM and Larry Walsh for helping us serve our youngest clients!

In its June 4 edition, the Northfield News highlighted the Northfield Youth Sports Collaborative.  The CAC administers these funds, allowing youth from low-income families to participate in local sports activities.  Since 2004 over 900 scholarships have been provided!

Mission accomplished! During the Community Action Center of Northfield’s (CAC) March FoodShare campaign, the organization collected $111,472 and 37,128 pounds of food to support its Food Shelf and the more than 450 families it serves each month. Through the generous donations of families, individuals and organizations across the Northfield area, the CAC exceeded its goal by nearly 15 percent. more »