News at 360 Communities
In memory of Bill Ganz 1937-2015
Longtime 360 Communities volunteer Bill Ganz passed away on March 3rd. Many will remember Bill for his military career, his love of family and friends, his sense of humor, and his steadfast support of the underprivileged in our communities. Bill was introduced to 360 Communities [...]
Partnering to Secure Shelter for Homeless Teen
Colin moved to Minnesota from Iowa to live with his mother after his father kicked him out of his house. His mother Catherine, however was homeless as well, and the two of them hopped from couch to couch for weeks until Catherine began a relationship with Rick. The two [...]
360 Communities Starts the Conversations that Lead to Greater Impacts
By Sal Mondelli President & CEO Early in February, Beth walked into 360 Communities Burnsville Family Resource Center for a food shelf appointment. Like all first-time food shelf customers in Burnsville, she met with one of our staff to have a conversation about her situation. [...]
360 Communities Provides the Gift of Support
By Karla Bauer Burnsville Family Resource Center Coordinator Twelve-year-old Miya had one wish this holiday season: to have her own guitar. Miya’s parents were not in a financial position where they could afford the luxury of buying holiday presents for their two children, let alone [...]
Green Ribbon Initiatives Recognizes Eagan Collaboration
Green Ribbon Initiatives, a nonprofit corporation, recently recognized the community building partnership of Thomson Reuters’ Eagan Green Team, Dakota Woodlands, and 360 Communities Lewis House. In 2010, the Thomson Reuters Eagan Green Team launched an onsite organic garden staffed by 30 employee volunteers to provide fresh [...]
Armful of Love Inspires a Circle of Giving
There are many gift programs across the metro area that help families in need experience joy during the holiday season. Since 1971, 360 Communities Armful of Love has drawn amazing and dedicated volunteers as well as generous family sponsors who ensure families can have gifts [...]