Philanthropy & Service
Showcases the incredible efforts of local nonprofits, volunteers, and community members working to make a difference. Discover inspiring stories of fundraising, charitable events, and service opportunities that uplift and support those in need.
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PROP Launches Innovative Food Locker Program
PROP is introducing temperature-controlled food lockers to address hidden hunger in affluent communities. This initiative aims to expand access, reduce stigma, and provide discreet food support, responding to rising economic… read more >>
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Humanity Alliance Seeks Volunteers to Help Meet Growing Meal Needs
Humanity Alliance, a nonprofit in Carver County, seeks volunteers, especially on Friday mornings, to help prepare and deliver over 300,000 meals this year to families facing food insecurity across nine… read more >>
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PROP Executive Director Announces Retirement
Jenifer Loon, Executive Director of PROP, will retire in June after many years of impactful leadership, expanding services, enhancing community partnerships, and addressing food insecurity amid rising demand and challenging… read more >>
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PROP Food to Host Community Town Hall
PROP Food will host a Town Hall on Feb. 5, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Eden Prairie City Center. Led by Executive Director Jenifer Loon, it will address PROP’s… read more >>
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Foundations Featured in Next CCLN Podcast
In the upcoming Carver County Local News podcast, leaders from the Community Giving Foundation discuss their missions supporting local nonprofits and invite community members to engage and contribute for a… read more >>
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Chanhassen Teen Uses her Musical Success to Help Other Teens in Need
Local teen wins Minnesota Sings and donates to Hope House, a local teen shelter read more >>
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Spreading Love One Shoebox Gift at a Time
Operation Christmas Child volunteers and donors across the southwest Twin Cities gathered thousands of shoebox gifts that are now on their way to kids around the world. read more >>
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Stapleton Honored By Chaska Rotary Club
On November 20, the Chaska Rotary Club presented its 2024 George C. Klein Memorial Award to Mary Stapleton. Speakers at the event highlighted her decades of community involvement, volunteerism and… read more >>
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New Center Helps Connect Families with Vital Support Services
The new Family Resource Center (FRC) for Carver County residents conducted a grand opening on Tuesday. The center offers families the support they need to navigate programs and services that… read more >>
















