Parents In Community Action (PICA) operates Head Start and Early Head Start programs in Hennepin County and is committed to providing support for low-income families through comprehensive early childhood development and parent training opportunities. Head Start parents founded PICA 50 years ago, and parent involvement continues to be at the cornerstone of success for children and their families. PICA offers different program options based on a family’s specific needs and gives them the tools to be successful. At PICA, our mission is to change the economic trajectory of a family by taking a two-generational approach, beginning with early childhood development. PICA created a ‘Grow Your Own’ concept, which includes workforce development, education opportunities, parent internships and an on-site Child Development Associate (CDA), a nationally-recognized teaching credential. PICA also offers parenting programs, ESL and GED courses, personal finance education, transporting children, commercial kitchen work experience, health and literacy education and numerous other opportunities to empower parents to reach their full potential. PICA is the number one trainer of teachers of color in the state of Minnesota, providing financial support for teachers to achieve an associate's or bachelor’s degree and attend professional conferences and ongoing professional development opportunities. PICA has grown from serving 214 children to more than 2,500 children and families at 14 Head Start locations throughout Hennepin County, including La Crèche Child Care partner. PICA employs more than 400 staff members, half of whom are current or former Head Start parents. Words like diverse, excellence, dedication and advocacy describe PICA best. Because of this dedication and commitment to excellence, PICA has been designated a Program of Excellence continuously since 1998 by the National Head Start Association, as well as a Top Workplace by PICA employees for five years.

The Arrowhead Economic Opportunity Agency (AEOA) is a private, nonprofit Community Action Agency with over 56 years as a major provider of self-sufficiency services to low-income and disadvantaged persons throughout Northeastern and Central Minnesota. AEOA's mission is to strengthen communities by providing opportunities for people experiencing social and economic challenges. This mission is based on the belief that all people should be treated with respect and given the same opportunities to achieve self-sufficiency. AEOA’s service delivery area includes twelve primarily rural counties, which make up the Arrowhead region: Aitkin, Carlton, Cass, Chisago, Cook, Crow Wing, Isanti, Itasca, Koochiching, Lake, Pine and St. Louis. Over the past five decades, the Agency has grown in response to community needs and currently offers a wide range of services through five major departments including Housing, Head Start, Senior and Nutrition Services, Employment and Training, and Transit. The Agency is governed by a 27-member Board of Directors representing an equal cross section of low-income individuals, public officials and private sector representatives. With an annual budget over $35 million, AEOA is one of Minnesota's largest non-profits.

MOBE guides people to better health and more happiness. We partner with insurance companies, employers, and individuals, delivering one-to-one guidance that helps people make better lifestyle choices and optimize their medication. MOBE Guides and Pharmacists meet people where they are on their health journey—with deep respect for each person’s unique situation, background, and perspective. Working at MOBE means taking care of one another, growing, feeling free to be your authentic self, and being connected to the MOBE mission. Our team demonstrates cultural awareness, sensitivity, and humility. Those values extend to our communities and partners. MOBE earned the 2021 Top Workplaces USA award, issued by Energage—along with accolades in Healthcare, Innovation, and Communication—based on employee feedback.

Tri-Valley is a non-profit community action agency. We believe in the value of all human beings. It is that belief that drives our efforts to identify needs, seek resources and provide opportunities for people to thrive. Our work is committed to strengthening our communities so that its citizens have better places to live, work, worship and enjoy. The mission of Tri-Valley Opportunity Council, Inc. is to provide opportunities to improve the quality of life for people and communities.

CLS is a private, not-for-profit organization promoting inclusion, full citizenship and a self-determined life for people with developmental disabilities. CLS, Inc. provides supports and services to over 2,700 adults and children in Wayne County. CLS also has an office in Oakland County and one in Louisville, Kentucky.

Rise unlocks potential and opens doors to success for people with disabilities or other challenges through creative solutions and customized support. We envision a progressive, supportive, and collaborative environment that fosters meaningful growth and provides opportunities to live a life filled with purpose.

We provide life enhancing vocational and personal growth opportunities for persons with challenges and disabilities.

Our Mission Feeding God’s Starving Children Hungry in Body and Spirit Our Vision With God’s help Feed My Starving Children will strive to eliminate starvation in children throughout the world by helping to instill compassion in people to hear and respond to the cries of those in need. Our Strategy The approach is simple: children and adults hand-pack meals designed specially for starving children, and FMSC ships the meals to nearly 70 countries around the world. Employment Opportunities with FMSC: https://www.fmsc.org/about-us/careers

North Homes Children and Family Services offers community based treatment and care options. These options enable us to assist in building individualized care for children and families to best meet their needs. This continuum additionally allows individuals to transition to less restrictive settings as they attain their specific goals within a seamless and supportive community of professionals. By building upon strengths, the end results are individuals who are able to successfully return to their families, home communities and independent living. We strive to deliver care in the most appropriate, least restrictive setting possible.

Episcopal Homes of Minnesota offers a continuum of care and services for seniors. Services offered include long- term care, short-term rehabilitation, memory care, assisted living, affordable housing, market rate apartments, and home health services. Our tradition of caring dates back to 1894. While many new senior housing developments are built in the suburbs, our home campus is located in the heart of Saint Paul’s Midway, just minutes from all the in-town people and places you know.

All too often, people living with a disability or mental health are overlooked. That’s why we’re here – to make sure their voices are heard and their needs are met. At Accord™, we make it possible for people living with disabilities to achieve their personal and career goals and live life to the fullest. Whether it’s finding a place to live, developing skills, living independently, or finding a job in the community, Accord™ can help. Our services and programs lead the way forward in person-centric thinking! We’re leading the way in our community when it comes to Mental Health!

Touchstone Mental Health provides innovative, person-centered services that foster hope, health and well-being. Each year, Touchstone helps more than 1,600 individuals regain their confidence, embrace their self-worth, find a sense of belonging and hope for their future. Our dedicated staff works with them to bridge the divide between community, mental and physical health, and to make it possible to move toward mental health recovery. Our Vision All people whose lives are affected by mental illness flourish with access to effective treatment, quality housing, supportive services, and communities that are inclusive and welcoming. Our Values - Dignity and respect are cornerstones of all our interactions. - Diversity, equity and inclusion create a welcoming culture that reflects compassion and embraces differences. - Innovation, excellence and collaboration in our work helps us set the standard for mental health services and assure safe and affordable housing for the people we serve. - Person-centered approaches ensure that all people have the right to make informed choices about their lives.