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Habitat For Humanity South Central - ReStore
| Habitat for Humanity South Central Minnesota (Habitat SCMN) Mankato ReStore is a nonprofit home improvement store and donation center. We sell new and gently-used furniture, appliances, home accessories, building materials and more to the public at a fraction of the retail price. When you donate product, proceeds are used to help build affordable homes for those in need in Mankato and our partner communities in Blue Earth, Le Sueur, Nicollet, Sibley, and Watonwan counties. Mankato ReStore is independently owned and operated by Habitat SCMN.
Since first opening in 2007, Mankato ReStore has helped build, on average, one Habitat home per year while diverting more than 1,600 tons of material from local landfills. This donated product from local businesses and individuals has been sold, re-used, earned tax deductions for donors and, most importantly, helped fund numerous homes for local families in need. Please visit our Donate page for more information. |
Member Since 2019 |
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Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans
| Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV) is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization that has been assisting veterans for over 21 years, helping over 5,500 veterans and their families. It is estimated that 1% of the veterans in this state, or close to 4,100, will experience an episode of homelessness this year. MACV is there to assist.
Many homeless and veterans’ organizations recognize MACV’s transitional and permanent housing programs as a model for the nation. We have a passion for serving those in Minnesota who first served us. |
Member Since 2006 |
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Partners for Housing
| Partners for Affordable Housing provides shelter for homeless families and individuals, and helps them to secure economically viable long-term housing. |
Member Since 2015 |
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Southwest Minnesota Housing Partnership
| The Southwest Minnesota Housing Partnership is a non-profit community development corporation serving communities throughout Southwest and South Central Minnesota. The Mission of the Partnership is to “Create thriving places to live, grow, and work through partnerships with communities.” We aim to build strong and healthy places to live so that the communities of our region thrive.
Our goal is to build strong and healthy places by supporting the preservation, stability, and economic development of our communities. We do this by promoting and delivering a high quality comprehensive menu of housing and community services and products, including:
? Community Planning & Technical Assistance
? Homeownership Assistance
? Community Building & Engagement
? Land Development & Redevelopment
? Housing Preservation & Rehabilitation
? Single-Family Housing Development
? Multi-Family Housing Development
? Housing Assessments & Inspections
? Supportive Housing Services |
Member Since 2019 |
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Mankato Area Zero Waste
| Mankato Area Zero Waste is a grassroots organization focused on reducing waste in all forms. Currently we partner with the Minnesota cities of Mankato, North Mankato, and Lake Crystal to provide drop-off sites at no extra charge for recycling organics from any area household into useable compost. |
Member Since 2023 |
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Southwest Minnesota Housing Partnership - Slayton
| 2401 Broadway Avenue
Slayton, MN 56172 | | (507) 836-1611 (888) 468-8010 | | Send Email |  |
| The Southwest Minnesota Housing Partnership is a non-profit community development corporation serving communities throughout Southwest and South Central Minnesota. The Mission of the Partnership is to “Create thriving places to live, grow, and work through partnerships with communities.” We aim to build strong and healthy places to live so that the communities of our region thrive.
Our goal is to build strong and healthy places to live by supporting the preservation, stability, and economic development of our communities. |
Member Since 2020 |
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YWCA Mankato
| The YWCA Mankato is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. Locally, the YWCA is committed to recognizing, developing and celebrating the lives of women in the Greater Mankato community. |
Member Since 1989 |
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Habitat For Humanity South Central MN
| Habitat for Humanity South Central Minnesota (HFHSCM) is a non-profit, Christian-based housing ministry that builds its faith through building homes for families in need. It was founded in 1990 in Mankato, Minn., with the mission of building simple, decent, and affordable housing with and for local families.
Since its founding, HFHSCM has built more than 120 homes and assisted over 500 individuals throughout the region. Habitat is committed to selling simple and affordable single-family homes, providing affordable mortgage options that help individuals and families buy a home. The families selected must meet eligibility requirements in their degree of need, ability to pay, and willingness to partner. |
Member Since 2019 |
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American Red Cross Serving Southwest Minnesota
The American Red Cross, through its strong network of volunteers, donors and partners, is always there in times of need. We aspire to turn compassion into action so that... ...all people affected by disaster across the country and around the world receive care, shelter and hope; ...our communities are ready and prepared for disasters; ...everyone in our country has access to safe, lifesaving blood and blood products; ...all members of our armed services and their families find support and comfort whenever needed; and ...in an emergency, there are always trained individuals nearby, ready to use their Red Cross skills to save lives. We carry out our mission and vision through 5 key services: -Disaster Services: providing Disaster Preparedness Education, Disaster Response and Recovery -Blood Services: collecting and distributing over 40% of the Nation's blood supply -Service to the Armed Forces: supporting military members, veterans and their families -Health and Safety Services: providing lifesaving skills courses such as CPR and First Aid -International Services: reconnecting families internationally separated due to disaster or conflict.
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Member Since 2021 |
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Lutheran Social Service of MN
| Counseling / Runaway and Homeless Youth programs / Veteran programs / Marriage Preperation / Foster Care / Crisis Nursery / Family Based / Adoption / Birth Parent / Guardianship Options / Financial Counseling / Senior Nutrition |
Member Since 1991 |
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Greater Mankato Area United Way
| Greater Mankato Area United Way in Mankato, MN, supports programs and agencies in Blue Earth, Le Sueur, Nicollet and Waseca counties. United Way programs serve individuals and families in the four-county region at all stages of life, no matter the background or income level. United Way’s mission is to unite the community to secure and invest resources to improve people's lives by focusing on the impact areas of Basic Needs, Health and Education. By keeping these three pillars strong and balanced, we can continue to build a better tomorrow for our region. |
Member Since 1992 |
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South Central Service Cooperative
| Based in North Mankato, Minnesota, the South Central Service Cooperative (SCSC) programs and services are member driven to utilize resources in the most efficient and effective manner possible. SCSC is one of nine regional agencies called service cooperatives, established in 1976 by Minnesota legislation (M.S. 123A.21).
SCSC may be viewed as a service extension of both the participating members and the representative state agencies. Financial support is derived from facilitation of programs and services and from membership dues. A Board of Directors composed of one appointed member and up to 12 elected members governs the service cooperative. The SCSC Chief Executive Officer is Les Martisko, Ph.D.
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Member Since 2008 |
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Feeding Our Communities Partners
| Feeding Our Communities Partners (FOCP) is a nonprofit organization focused on solving local youth hunger, specifically through their first initiative, the BackPack Food Program which provides child-friendly food to elementary students on weekends and during school breaks. FOCP recognizes that hunger does not end at elementary and now offers Power Packs, a supplemental snack pack for active middle school students who may be lacking adequate nutrition between school and after-school activities. On average, FOCP programs serve 900 students each week at 33 schools within 5 school districts in the greater Mankato area. |
Member Since 2018 |
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Greater Mankato Diversity Council
| 127 S. 2nd Street, Suite 110
Mankato, MN 56001 | | (507) 385-6653 | | Send Email | |
| The Greater Mankato Diversity Council (GMDC) has been in existence since November 2004, the efforts of a 23-member planning team that announced the Council’s formation in June 2004. A Board of Directors governs the organization and represents governmental units, businesses and organizations. Any individual or organization can be part of the general membership and contribute to its mission.
Organizational collaboration and support for establishing the GMDC involved government, education, business and community-based organizations, including Blue Earth County, Nicollet County, the North Mankato and Mankato City Council, Mankato Area Public Schools, Mankato Area Catholic Schools, Minnesota State University, South Central Technical College, Greater Mankato Chamber of Commerce (now called Greater Mankato Growth), the Mankato Area Foundation, the Greater Mankato Area United Way and its agencies, and more than 25 corporate sponsors. GMDC partnered with these organizations to remove participation barriers and tap into the benefits of diversity. |
Member Since 2005 |
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VINE Faith in Action
A network of faith congregations, organizations and individuals providing volunteer assistance in Blue Earth and Nicollet Counties of south central Minnesota.
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Member Since 2021 |
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Immigrant Connection at Celebrate Church
| Providing church-based, low-cost immigration legal services to low-income families. Immigrant Connection at Celebrate Church operates with U.S. Department of Justice recognition and accreditation to represent clients exclusively within the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. |
| See Also Attorneys, Churches and Religious Organizations, Employee Benefits and Consulting, Non-Profit - Youth, Minority Owned Businesses, Non-Profit - Agriculture, Payroll and HR Solutions, Photographers, Specialized Employment Programs, Employee Benefits and Consulting, City Center Business |
Member Since 2022 |
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Mankato Masonic Lodge #12
| The Historic Masonic Hall is Mankato's newest wedding and event space. Built in 1856, the 10,000 square foot neoclassical building has expansive rooms, gorgeous detailing, and an historic feel with modern updates. It is the perfect backdrop for life's special moments. |
Member Since 2022 |
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Mankato Area Foundation
Since 1974, the Mankato Area Foundation has been dedicated to building a community of individuals that believe in the strength of giving. We continue today to shape Greater Mankato through connecting acts of giving with our community’s needs. As a permanent, trusted resource, donors look to the Mankato Area Foundation to help them make their charitable giving more effective. The Mankato Area Foundation is impacting the individuals in our community now and for generations to come by providing the expertise donors need to help donors nurture their philanthropic dreams and shape their legacy.
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Member Since 2010 |
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Junior Achievement North – Greater Mankato Area
Junior Achievement is the world’s largest organization dedicated to educating students about career readiness, entrepreneurship and financial literacy through experiential, hands-on programs. JA North in the Greater Mankato Area impacts students within 30 schools and 11 communities including: Mankato, North Mankato, Eagle Lake, Cleveland, St. Clair, Janesville, Good Thunder, Mapleton, Minnesota Lake, Lake Crystal and St. Peter. . Our Greater Mankato Advisor Board has 16 active members, one full-time staff member and one part-time staff member. We are grateful for our generous donors who support JA programming throughout our communities. How can I support JA? Donate $30 to provide free JA curriculum to one local student or volunteer your time in a classroom or in virtual setting.
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Member Since 1996 |
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