Author: Carrie Carroll

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...

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...

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...

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...