Northfield Shares

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Volunteers will be Needed for Flood Relief

Flooding will likely occur this spring. To volunteer, click "LEARN MORE" below. If you need help, email details to info@northfieldshares.org. Learn more »

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Food Shelf Renovations

Volunteers needed to help with food shelf redesign and renovations. … more
Defeat of Jesse James Run/Walk Planning Committee

Be part of the Northfield’s largest celebration weekend. Help coordinate and implement the annual Defeat of Jesse James 5k/15k Run Walk that takes place on Sunday, September 8, 2019. To learn more about this an other opportunities with Northfield Shares, contact our office at 507-403-9755 or info@northfieldshares.org … more
Inspiring Volunteerism Committee

If you are passionate about making Northfield a better community through volunteering? You may want to explore joining the Inspiring Volunteerism Committee through Northfield Shares. The Inspiring Volunteerism Committee mission is to is to enhance individual and community life in Northfield by encouraging the habits of volunteerism. For information, please contact Mary Lynn Oglesbee. … more
Food Shelf

Northfield Food Shelf has opportunities in stocking, sorting, shopping with clients and home deliveries … more

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Northfield Shares Celebrates Random Acts of Kindness Week 2019

Mar 7NORTHFIELD, MINN. (February 12, 2019) – Northfield Shares, the Northfield area’s community foundation centered on philanthropy, volunteerism and collaborative leadership, is encouraging community members to perform random acts of kindness in celebration of National Random Acts of Kindness (RAK) Week 2019, which runs from February 17-22. The worldwide celebration is spearheaded and inspired by The […] … more
Ames Fund Continues Local Commitment with $150,000 Grant to Northfield Shares

Jan 25NORTHFIELD, MINN. (January 25, 2019) – Northfield Shares, a community foundation centered on philanthropy, volunteerism and collaborative leadership, announced that it has been awarded a three-year grant totaling $150,000 from the Ames Fund of The Minneapolis Foundation. This unrestricted grant, which will provide $50,000 each year for operations starting in November 2019, will help bridge […] … more

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About Northfield Shares

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We are extremely grateful to Northfield Shares for its support of the 2014 sidewalk poems. Your support made the project possible.

– Philip Spensley, The Arts and Culture Commission

featured nonprofit: Northfield Hospice

Founded: 1982 | Location: Northfield, MN

Northfield Hospice, one of the medical services from Northfield Hospital and Clinics, provides care for patients who are in their final stages of life. It is available to assist the patient and family with care giving and emotional support. An interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals and volunteers are trained to provide quality end of life help for the patient. Hospice volunteers undergo training and are involved as much as they want to be. There are also bereavement follow-up services for up to one year after the passing of the individual. They also offer Grief Support Coalition, Bereavement Support Groups and the Annual Hospice Memorial Service. Donations received are used for needed equipment, education and services.
featured nonprofit: Northfield Historical Society

Founded: 1976 | Location: Northfield, MN

Northfield Historical Society is a steward of Northfield history. Through memberships and donations they have succeeded in creating an awareness and appreciation of the unique history of the Northfield area. It was formally started with the purchase of the Scriver building to house a museum. The First National Bank site has been restored to its 1876 appearance. Tours are available and a small admission is charged. Many exhibits are displayed and most notably those of the James-Younger Gang whose run of bank and train robberies ended in Northfield. The Historical Society also sponsors the Outlaw Run, which is an annual motorcycle ride.
featured nonprofit: Northfield Retirement Community

Founded: 1969 | Location: Northfield, MN

Northfield Retirement Community, a beautiful campus on the west side of town, incorporates many residential options -- managed properties, independent living, assisted living, memory care or skilled nursing. It is a Christian not-for-profit organization focused on the best quality services for the aging in the community. They offer spiritual life services, fitness opportunities, beautiful acres for walking or meditation, social activities and their own wellness clinic. Of course many other amenities are available. They rely on donors and volunteers with many various volunteer opportunities created. They are starting a fundraising campaign to raise $1.5 million to help endow the creation of Pathways of Faith Park and other spiritual programs.
featured nonprofit: Northfield Youth Choirs

Founded: 1986 | Location: Northfield, MN

The mission of Northfield Youth Choirs is to provide the finest choral education possible in an environment that challenges and affirms all participants, pre-kindergarten children through adults. There are seven different choral groups to participate in based on age and developing vocals. They serve over 200 children. They have renowned conductors from St. Olaf College and the community. They have performed abroad in the UK, in New York City and locally at the Twins games. The popular groups give back to the community by performing at many charitable events. They also have seasonal concerts which are open to the public showing their many talents. A highlight of NYC is a week-long summer camp for an experience in musical theater fun. Donations to this organizations provide scholarships to students to ensure broad-based participation.

Volunteers will be Needed for Flood Relief

volunteer opportunities

Food Shelf Renovations

Defeat of Jesse James Run/Walk Planning Committee

Inspiring Volunteerism Committee

Food Shelf

news

Northfield Shares Celebrates Random Acts of Kindness Week 2019

Ames Fund Continues Local Commitment with $150,000 Grant to Northfield Shares

About Northfield Shares

featured nonprofit: Northfield Hospice

featured nonprofit: Northfield Historical Society

featured nonprofit: Northfield Retirement Community

featured nonprofit: Northfield Youth Choirs