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Food Shelf Renovations

Volunteers needed to help with food shelf redesign and renovations. … more
Defeat of Jesse James 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 Announces its Largest Legacy Gift to Date

Dec 19Northfield’s community foundation entrusted to manage distribution of $2.5 million from Pat Lamb and Ele Hansen. NORTHFIELD, MINN. (Dec. 20, 2018) – Northfield Shares, a community foundation centered on philanthropy, volunteerism and collaborative leadership, announced that they received a $2.5 million gift from the estates of Pat Lamb (1934-2018) and partner Ele Hansen (1921-2013). The […] … more
With Named Funds, Season of Giving Never Ends

Dec 18Editors note: This column appeared in the December 19 edition of the Northfield News. During the holiday season, the spirit of giving surrounds us. Whether it’s giving a little extra at your place of worship, dropping spare cash into the Salvation Army’s red kettle, purchasing food for a local food shelf or clothing for those […] … more

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About Northfield Shares

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Where would we be without the support of Northfield Shares? Their yearly beautification grants allow the Garden Club to provide flowering baskets and plantings on the Pedestrian Bridge over the Cannon River, in Bridge Square, in the Memorial Rose Garden and around the Pergola at the Farmer’s Market. Together we make the community more beautiful.

– Judy Code, Northfield Garden Club

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.

volunteer opportunities

Food Shelf Renovations

Defeat of Jesse James Planning Committee

Inspiring Volunteerism Committee

Food Shelf

news

Northfield Shares Announces its Largest Legacy Gift to Date

With Named Funds, Season of Giving Never Ends

About Northfield Shares

featured nonprofit: Northfield Hospice

featured nonprofit: Northfield Historical Society

featured nonprofit: Northfield Retirement Community

featured nonprofit: Northfield Youth Choirs