Mankato Area Foundation

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
COPAL MN Category: Community Benefit Diversity, Equity and Inclusion COPAL MN 3702 E. Lake St. Minneapolis, MN 55406 Email: lourdesm@copalmn.org URL: https://copalmn.org/en/home/	To unite Latinxs in Minnesota in active grassroots communal democracy that builds racial, gender, social and economic justice across community lines.

Free to the People Theater Category: Arts and Culture Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Free to the People Theater 103 James Ave. North Mankato, MN 56003 Email: heather@freetothepeople.com URL: http://freetothepeople.com/	We bring Shakespeare to areas that might not have access to live theatre and give community members an opportunity to participate in dramatic arts.

Greater Mankato Area Junior Achievement Category: Children and Youth Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Education Greater Mankato Area Junior Achievement PO Box 120478 St. Paul, MN 55112 Email: info@janorth.org URL: https://www.janorth.org/regional-offices/mankato/	To inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy. We teach students entrepreneurial values and how to start businesses.

Greater Mankato Diversity Council Category: Community Benefit Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Education Greater Mankato Diversity Council 127 S. 2nd Street Suite 110 Mankato, MN 56001 Email: malsadig@mankatodiversity.org URL: http://www.mankatodiversity.org/	Our mission is to provide diversity education as a catalyst for social and economic success.

Harry Meyering Center Category: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Health and Human Services Harry Meyering Center 109 Homestead Rd. Mankato, MN 56001 Email: lleiding@harrymeyeringcenter.org URL: https://www.harrymeyeringcenter.org/	We provide individuals with developmental disabilities with services that encourage dreams, focus on independence and foster community connections.

HIKMAH Category: Children and Youth Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Education HIKMAH 622 Sunrise Dr. Suite 400 Saint Peter, MN 56082 Email: mjabdulkadir.jits@gmail.com	Promotes education through its tutor programs, such as their homework and reading program which helps students whose first language is not English.

Horn of Africa Aid and Rehabilitation Action Network Category: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Health and Human Services Horn of Africa Aid and Rehabilitation Action Network 424 12 S. Minnesota Ave. Saint Peter, MN 56082 Email: info@haaaran.org URL: https://haaran.org/	Horn of Africa Aid and Rehabilitation Action Network (HAARAN) is working to fight against poverty amongst the disabled in Northern Kenya and Somalia.

Lifeworks Services, Inc. Category: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Health and Human Services Lifeworks Services, Inc. 424 N. Riverfront Dr. Suite 300 Mankato, MN 56001 URL: https://www.lifeworks.org/	We envision a community where people with disabilities are broadly valued, hired by employers, and receiving support.

Mahkato Mdewakanton Association Category: Community Benefit Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Education Mahkato Mdewakanton Association PO Box 45 Mankato, MN 56002-3608 Email: mahkatowacipi@gmail.com URL: https://www.mahkatowacipi.org/	Host of the Mahkato Annual Traditional Wacipi to celebrate and honor our traditions and ancestors; to reconcile and build bridges between all nations.

Mankato Area Children in Need Category: Children and Youth Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Mankato Area Children in Need PO Box 246 Mankato, MN 56002 Email: mankatoareachildreninneed@gmail.com URL: http://www.mankatoareachildreninneed.com/	To help fund equipment and other items for children with special needs in Southern Minnesota when insurance or other funding sources are insufficient.

Minnesota Valley Action Council Category: Community Benefit Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Health and Human Services Minnesota Valley Action Council 706 N. Victory Dr. Mankato, MN 56001 Email: lynn@mnvac.org URL: https://www.mnvac.org/	Helping those in need secure affordable housing, viable transportation, employment and training, and educational opportunities for children.

Miracle League of North Mankato Category: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Recreation and Sports Miracle League of North Mankato PO Box 651 Mankato, MN 56001 Email: amy@miracleleaguenm.org URL: http://www.miracleleaguenm.org/contact-us.aspx	To provide accessible recreational opportunities for children and adults with disabilities and promote community support of Fallenstein Field.

MRCI Category: Community Benefit Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Health and Human Services MRCI 1750 Energy Dr. Mankato, MN 56001 Contact: Tami Reuter Email: lcownie@mymrci.org URL: https://www.mymrci.org/	MRCI focuses on individuals with disabilities and disadvantages by providing a menu of person-centered services for home, work and in the community.

Open Arts Minnesota Category: Arts and Culture Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Open Arts Minnesota 501 S. Second St. Mankato, MN 56001 Email: wilburdfrink@gmail.com URL: https://www.openartsminnesota.org/our-vision	Open Arts Minnesota creates and fosters inclusive artistic activities for people of diverse abilities and ages.

Power Up Clubhouse Category: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Health and Human Services Power Up Clubhouse 123 S. Minnesota Ave. Saint Peter, MN 56082 Email: powerupclubhouse@gmail.com URL: http://sccbi.info/clubhouse/powerup/	To enable adults with mental health needs to achieve and maintain their highest level of functioning and independence.

SMILES Center for Independent Living Category: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Health and Human Services SMILES Center for Independent Living 709 S. Front St. Suite 7 Mankato, MN 56001 URL: http://smilescil.org/about/	A nonprofit founded in 1988 by consumers, professionals, and community advocates to serve people with any type of disability and people of all ages.

South Central Minnesota Pride Category: Community Benefit Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Education South Central Minnesota Pride PO Box 3012 Mankato, MN 56002 Email: festival@scmnpride.org URL: https://www.scmnpride.org/	Our mission is to promote visibility and pride in the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and allied communities of south central Minnesota.

Southern Minnesota Autism Coalition Category: Children and Youth Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Health and Human Services Southern Minnesota Autism Coalition PO Box 4421 Mankato, MN 56002 URL: http://southernminnesotaautismcoalition.com/	Provides anyone affected by autism with support, access to resources, and opportunities to learn more about living with autism.

The Christopher Center Category: Children and Youth Diversity, Equity and Inclusion The Christopher Center 83 Navaho Ave. Suite 27 Mankato, MN 56001 Email: christophercenter.asd@yahoo.com URL: https://www.thechristophercenter.com/	A gathering space for children with Autism and their families.

Tourette Association of America Inc Category: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Education Health and Human Services Tourette Association of America Inc PO 4266 Mankato, MN 56001 Email: tsaofmn@gmail.com URL: https://tourette.org/chapter/mn/	A volunteer led, nonprofit organization supporting the needs of individuals and families affected by Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders.

VINE Faith in Action Category: Community Benefit Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Education Health and Human Services Recreation and Sports VINE Faith in Action 421 E. Hickory St. Mankato, MN 56001 Email: vine@vinevolunteers.com URL: https://vinevolunteers.com/	VINE is redefining aging and promoting the wellbeing of aging adults through programming, services, and community engagement.

YWCA Mankato Category: Children and Youth Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Recreation and Sports YWCA Mankato 127 S. Second St. Suite 200 Mankato, MN 56001 URL: https://ywcamankato.org/	Our mission is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.

Zonta International Category: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Zonta International PO Box 915 Mankato, MN 56002 Email: zontamankato@gmail.com URL: http://www.zontamankato.org/	Dedicated to empowering women and serving through advocacy, local and international contributions, scholarships, and personal and professional growth.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion