We are writing to you today with an opportunity to not only make a lasting impact in our community's action toward environmental sustainability but an opportunity to double your impact! Northfield Shares is proud to hold a permanent endowment to support environmental sustainability projects and programs. The...
Northfield Shares, Our Community Foundation and St. Olaf College are two local organizations to have known and benefited from this amazing man. Special thank you to Barb Barzen, Don's niece, for sharing her memories about Don for this article. Don Nelson, who passed away January 13, 2023...
Northfield Shares, in concert with advisors, strive to assist donors use their financial gifts as a tool to accomplish what is important to them. A key component of this work is to develop and implement tax-efficient philanthropic plans that align with the desires to make...
You are invited to join "Love Our City" through the tangible acts of serving the Northfield Community! Saturday, May 21, 20229:00 AM to Noon at Riverside Park REGISTER & SIGN UP TO SERVE Sign up is super easy and a light lunch will follow our times of volunteering....
Alice Thomas waited patiently for a meeting of the Northfield in Bloom Committee to commence. The City Administrator arrived late saying he had just met with the Fire Department regarding a plan by the railroad to burn the 1888 Northfield Depot. In a place that...
Northfield Affordable Housing Task Force What happens when you sit down at a table and ask leaders from non-profits, the faith community and the corporate sector of Northfield to talk about affordable housing? They happily come together and share resources, ideas and expand to a...
National Volunteer Recognition Week is April 18-24th and now more than ever, we want to encourage thanking and showing appreciation to the volunteers in your organization. Northfield Shares is your partner in promoting, recruiting and retaining volunteers. We are offering a few ideas for showing...
Dan Bergeson Every summer folks gather in downtown Northfield’s Bridge Square, at the local churches, parks, retirement centers and local restaurants; they may be toting lawn chairs and coolers as they listen to everything from traditional alphorns to brass bands in Civil War era attire. The...
Sina Henry Having worked in customer service for 50 years at Sheldahl Flexible Technology it’s no secret that Sina Henry is good with people. Starting her job after graduation from High School in Lakeville, she went to make her life in Northfield one filled with service. Now...