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Volunteer Spotlight: The Guild’s Studio Monitors Mix Creative Passions with Volunteering

Sep 18Editor’s note: This article, written by Megan Proft, Northfield Arts Guild Education and Volunteer Manager, originally appeared in the special National Volunteer Week section in the April 10, 2019, edition of the Northfield News. At the Northfield Arts Guild, there are many volunteers you get to see like ushers at a show or greeters at […] … more
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Sep 18Editor’s note: this newspaper column, written by Northfield Shares Executive Director Mike Krance, originally appeared in the Sept. 11, 2019, issue of the Northfield News. Last Sunday was a day of change for many people in Northfield. Although school is already in session, many saw it as the unofficial end of summer with the […] … more

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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.

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Volunteer Spotlight: The Guild’s Studio Monitors Mix Creative Passions with Volunteering

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featured nonprofit: Northfield Hospice

featured nonprofit: Northfield Historical Society

featured nonprofit: Northfield Retirement Community

featured nonprofit: Northfield Youth Choirs