Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation

On July 7th, Harbor City International School graduate and CJ Ham Family Scholarship Recipient, Amaia, along with her family, had the incredible opportunity to meet our hometown hero, CJ Ham, at his Duluth football camp! 🏈 Why It Matters: The proceeds from this camp directly support the CJ Ham Family Scholarship, dedicated to helping diverse students pursue higher education. Growing up in Duluth, CJ Ham overcame numerous challenges, including financial barriers, to achieve his dreams. This scholarship aims to improve BIPOC retention and graduation rates by providing essential financial support. Join the Movement: Support the scholarship by visiting Corktown Deli and trying their newest menu item, the "CJ Hammer Slammer”! 🥪 With every delicious bite, you’re contributing 15% of the sales to the CJ Ham Family Scholarship Fund. Thank You, Duluth: We’re grateful to the Ham Family and Essentia Health for making these opportunities possible.

Don't Miss Out! Become the board member that nonprofits love. Enhance your skills by learning what questions to ask, how to read financials, and mastering board leadership. 📅 Training Schedule: Tuesday, July 16: 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM Thursday, July 18: 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM 💻 Flexible Participation: Join us virtually or in-person. Scholarships are available! Hosted in partnership with Community Action Duluth Minnesota Council of Nonprofits Head of the Lakes United Way

"Everyone in town is worried we're going to get put on the backburner because we are a small town, four hours away from Minneapolis. We worry we will get forgotten about." - Ryan Horner, Cook resident Thanks to the Disaster Relief Fund, grant dollars are already making a difference in our community, with more on the way to fill the gaps left by state and federal aid. 💙 Donate Today: https://lnkd.in/g4KDA_hc

The Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation office will be closed from Monday, July 1 through Friday, July 5. 🥾🐶🍦🏐🏊🚵🎨🛫⛺️⛱⛵️ Just a few emojis to describe what we'll be up to during our time off 😎 Thank you for your patience as we prioritize our employees' well-being. We’ll be back and ready to serve our community on July 8!

📢 Update: The first grant from the Disaster Relief Fund has been made to United Way of Northeastern Minnesota to support immediate flood relief efforts. The $10,000 grant will address urgent needs, prevent further damage, and support rapid recovery efforts, ensuring swift assistance to those affected by the flood. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gATCUaap Join us in supporting our community! Every contribution helps. 💙 Donate here: https://shorturl.at/lSWi0 Photo credit: St. Louis County, MN 📍 Cook, Minnesota #DisasterRelief #FloodRelief #CommunitySupport #UnitedWay

🌧 URGENT: Support Needed for Flood Relief in Across the Region! 🌧 We have launched our Disaster Relief Fund to help our community members recover from the devastating flash flooding. Up to 7 inches of rain has caused widespread damage, and with more rain on the way, the need for support is critical. Your donation can make a huge difference! Funds will go towards essential projects like mold remediation, temporary housing, mental health services, infrastructure repair, and community clean-ups. 💙 Donate now and help rebuild our resilient community! 🔗 Make a Donation: https://shorturl.at/3x8VL 🔗 Learn more about the Disaster Relief Fund: https://shorturl.at/VSN6z #FloodRelief #CommunitySupport #DisasterRelief #NorthernMinnesota #NorthernWisconsin

⛳ ☀ Friday was a fantastic day for the "Golf: Fore the Greater Good" Tournament! Hosted by our affiliate partner, Apostle Islands & Chequamegon Bay Area Community Funds, this dedicated group of local volunteers has been raising funds and making grants to tackle the community’s most pressing needs since 2001. With over $1 million granted to local nonprofits, their impact is truly remarkable. A heartfelt thank you to Chequamegon Bay Golf Club, the generous sponsors, the dedicated AICB board members, and, of course, all the golfers who made the day a success! Embracing the spirit of Flag Day, the tournament was red, white, and blue themed. Learn more about their vital work at https://lnkd.in/gMGxP674 #GolfForGood #CommunityImpact #PrivateGivingforthePublicGood

Curious about joining a board? Wondering what you need to know to be a great board member? 🤔 This training is a wonderful opportunity to dive in and learn more. 💡 If cost is a concern, needs-based scholarships are available! 

📣 Celebrating Excellence in Our Community! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce that one of our board members, Moira Villiard, has been awarded the prestigious Bush Foundation fellowship! Moira, a proud Fond du Lac Ojibwe direct descendant, is among the 19 Minnesotans honored with this incredible $100,000 fellowship. Moira's work as the lead director for the Chief Buffalo Memorial project and co-organizer of the community art installation, "Waiting for Beds," exemplifies her commitment to enriching our community through art and cultural initiatives. Her dedication and passion are truly inspiring, and we are excited to see how this fellowship will further amplify her impactful work. The Bush Foundation fellowship supports visionary leaders in advancing their education and training to drive impactful community change. This year, nearly 600 applicants vied for this opportunity, making Moira’s achievement all the more remarkable. Please join us in congratulating Moira and celebrating the achievements of all the Bush Foundation fellowship recipients! Together, we are fostering a brighter future for our communities. 🌟 #CommunityLeadership #BushFoundationFellowship

Congratulations to John Hotaling on the 2024 Goldfine Gold Star Teaching Award! Read on for more about the amazing work John Hotaling is doing via the Positive Alternative Within School program at Denfeld High School!