Finally, after the new year, we received the stamp of approval from the State of MN on our Articles of Incorporation, which launched us forward to review our mountain of paperwork required by the IRS to become a 501(c)3 with a fine tooth comb. We made sure that every "t" was crossed and "i" was dotted and with a big sigh... we had done it! It was signed, stamped, delivered and mailed on February 28th and now we wait...
Again, it is hard for us to believe that after a two year journey of researching our community, finding out what needs are going unmet or under met, visiting numerous social service agencies to explore partnerships and networks, raising funds to help pay for our $800 filing fee to the IRS, and to now seeing our vision of Neighborhood Connections, Inc. come together on one document feels like quite an accomplishment and a huge burden lifted. However, this is just the beginning of yet another journey down the path of starting a non-profit and ultimately finally helping our neighbors through the challenges of life.
The four of us feel so thankful and passionate for having this opportunity to help those right in our small community. We continue to seek more people to join us in this endeavor in helping to care for those in crisis in our community. At this time we are still looking for Board Members, volunteers and individuals with skills in marketing, web design and fundraising to help Neighborhood Connections move forward and begin to provide services to those in need.
There are two information meetings scheduled in April for anyone interested in learning more about the mission of Neighborhood Connections, Inc and ways you can get involved.
Saturday, April 13th at 9am at Saddie's Coffee Shop in the Colonial Mall, St. Michael
Monday, April 15th at 7pm at Alleluia Lutheran Church office in the Colonial Mall, St. Michael
If you'd like more information about Neighborhood Connections, Inc. or ways you can help, please contact us at neighborhoodconnectionsmn@gmail.com
Thank you for your ongoing support!
