Mankato Area Foundation

Recreation and Sports
4 Degrees Alpine Ski Team Category: Children and Youth Recreation and Sports 4 Degrees Alpine Ski Team URL: https://www.4degreesalpine.com/about-us/	To develop student-athletes in the sport of alpine ski racing with innovative and accessible programs that improve athlete skiing skills.

Boy Scouts of America/Twin Valley Council Category: Children and Youth Recreation and Sports Boy Scouts of America/Twin Valley Council 810 Madison Ave. Mankato, MN 56001 Email: info@twinvalleybsa.org URL: https://www.twinvalleybsa.org/	Our mission is to prepare young people to make ethical choices over their lifetime by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.

Camp Patterson Inc. Category: Children and Youth Recreation and Sports Camp Patterson Inc. PO Box 4334 Mankato, MN 56002-4334 URL: https://www.kiwaniscamppatterson.com/	To own and maintain a lakeside camp facility available to nonprofits offering high quality youth camps and programming at an affordable price.

Camp Sweet Life Adventures Inc Category: Children and Youth Health and Human Services Recreation and Sports Camp Sweet Life Adventures Inc 26486 Sioux Trail Madison Lake, MN 56063 Email: info@campsweetlife.org URL: https://campsweetlife.org/home/	To connect, empower and transform kids with Type 1 Diabetes, while providing a traditional camp experience and endless fun.

Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota Category: Children and Youth Education Recreation and Sports Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota 224 Lamm St. Mankato, MN 56001 Email: info@cmsouthernmn.org URL: http://www.cmsouthernmn.org/	Ignite the natural curiosity of every child through the power of play in a dynamic, awe-inspiring environment.

Courtland Recreation Association Inc Category: Children and Youth Recreation and Sports Courtland Recreation Association Inc PO Box 38 Courtland, MN 56021	We provide baseball, softball & teeball facilities to the community.

Creative Play Place Category: Children and Youth Recreation and Sports Creative Play Place 600 S. 5th St. Saint Peter, MN 56082 Email: jenh@saintpetermn.gov URL: https://www.saintpetermn.gov/480/Creative-Play-Place	A free space for families and their children to play and connect. Opportunities include: movement and large motor activities, social skills, and more.

Dance Conservatory of Southern Minnesota Category: Arts and Culture Children and Youth Recreation and Sports Dance Conservatory of Southern Minnesota 1400 Madison Ave. #318 Mankato, MN 56001 Email: dcdance002@gmail.com URL: https://www.dcsmdance.com/	It is our goal to provide your child with a positive, nurturing learning environment along with the best dance training we can offer.

Girl Scouts of Minnesota and Wisconsin River Valleys Category: Children and Youth Recreation and Sports Girl Scouts of Minnesota and Wisconsin River Valleys 400 Robert St. S. Saint Paul, MN 55107 Email: caroline.moos@girlscoutsrv.org URL: http://www.girlscoutsrv.org/	Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.

Greater Mankato Area United Way Category: Children and Youth Community Benefit Education Food Insecurity Health and Human Services Recreation and Sports Greater Mankato Area United Way 127 S. Second St. #190 Mankato, MN 56001 Email: barbk@mankatounitedway.org URL: https://www.mankatounitedway.org/	Greater Mankato Area United Way's mission is to unite the community to secure and invest resources to improve people's lives.

Key City Bike Category: Children and Youth Education Recreation and Sports Key City Bike 204 E Vine St Mankato, MN 56001 Email: contact@keycitybike.org URL: http://www.keycitybike.org/	A bicycle donation center and DIY repair shop. We empower and teach volunteers/community members how to repair and reclaim used bikes and parts.

Kiwanis Holiday Lights, Inc. Category: Recreation and Sports Kiwanis Holiday Lights, Inc. PO Box 602 Mankato, MN 56002-0602 Email: info@kiwanisholidaylights.com URL: https://www.kiwanisholidaylights.com/	A celebration of Holiday Lights that builds on past traditions and promotes the communities we serve while raising food donations for those in need.

Lake Crystal Area Bass Bashers Category: Children and Youth Environment Recreation and Sports Lake Crystal Area Bass Bashers 1006 Crystal Lake Dr. Lake Crystal, MN 56055 Email: lakecrystalfishingteam@gmail.com URL: https://www.lakecrystalareabassbashers.com/	To promote the sport of angling, conservation, sustainable fishing, and safety.

Lake Crystal Area Fastpitch Association Category: Children and Youth Recreation and Sports Lake Crystal Area Fastpitch Association URL: https://www.lcafa.com/home	To allow an opportunity for young girls to become team players, improve softball skills, and develop a passion for the game.

Lake Crystal Area Recreation Center Category: Children and Youth Recreation and Sports Lake Crystal Area Recreation Center 621 W Nathan St. Lake Crystal, MN 56055 Contact: Ryan Yunkers Email: lcarc@hickorytech.net URL: https://www.lcarc.com/	The LCARC is a community fitness and recreation center for all ages featuring a 6-lane lap pool, 2 gyms, fitness center and family programs.

Leisure Education for Exceptional People Category: Children and Youth Recreation and Sports Leisure Education for Exceptional People 929 N. 4th St. Mankato, MN 56001 Email: info@mankatoleep.org URL: https://www.mankatoleep.org/	Leisure Education for Exceptional People, Inc. (LEEP) enriches lives through inclusive education, recreation and healthy living opportunities.

Living Earth Center Category: Food Insecurity Recreation and Sports Living Earth Center 170 Good Counsel Dr. Mankato, MN 56001 Email: lpeterson@ssndcp.org URL: www.livingearthcentermn.org	Seeks a sustainable future for all through education, advocacy, and collaboration among all spiritual traditions and diverse culture.

Mankato Area Pickleball Association Category: Recreation and Sports Mankato Area Pickleball Association 30 W. Mabel St. Mankato, MN 56001 Email: pbkato@gmail.com URL: https://www.mankatopickleball.org/	A non-profit sports entity whose purpose is to provide a fun, healthy, and recreational activity for all Mankato/North Mankato residents.

Mankato Ballet Company Category: Arts and Culture Children and Youth Recreation and Sports Mankato Ballet Company 1650 Tullamore St. Suite 200 Mankato, MN 56001 Email: info@mankatoballet.org URL: https://mankatoballet.org/	To nurture, encourage and challenge students to achieve their potential for artistry and self-confidence through the classical dance experience.

Mankato Playhouse Category: Arts and Culture Children and Youth Recreation and Sports Mankato Playhouse PO Box 2035 North Mankato, MN 56002 Email: info@davoriproductions.com URL: https://mankatoplayhouse.com/about-us-1	To bring professional quality entertainment to the community, providing an exceptional experience for both our audience members and volunteers.

Mankato Youth Place Category: Children and Youth Recreation and Sports Mankato Youth Place 709 S. Broad St. Mankato, MN 56001 Email: erin@myplacemankato.org URL: http://www.myplacemankato.org/?fbclid=IwAR33Dd1nwfyRCUUNrueF0Pgd4DtV1gfFMfcm-roGa-XAPj4jPs_ZJMJ8D0I	Committed to providing a nurturing environment that empowers youth to build the confidence, knowledge and skills needed to reach their full potential.

Minnesota Youth Aviation Foundation Category: Children and Youth Education Recreation and Sports Minnesota Youth Aviation Foundation 10 Otter Ct. North Mankato, MN 56003 Email: minnesotayaf@gmail.com URL: http://mnyaf.org/	Committed to mentoring and teaching youth in pursuit of a career in the aviation industry.

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.

Muskies Inc 54 Southern Crossroads Category: Children and Youth Environment Recreation and Sports Muskies Inc 54 Southern Crossroads 2004 Roe Crest Dr. North Mankato, MN 56003 Email: info@mnmuskie.org	We are a group of active conservation minded individuals with the preservation of youth fisheries and research of Muskie fishing in our area.

Nicollet Conservation Club Inc Category: Animals Environment Recreation and Sports Nicollet Conservation Club Inc 46045 471st Lane Nicollet, MN 56074 URL: http://nicolletconservationclub.com/?page_id=2	The Nicollet Conservation Club promotes the value of agriculture, outdoor recreation, social interaction, and wildlife conservation.

Saint Peter Robotics Category: Children and Youth Recreation and Sports Saint Peter Robotics PO Box 342 Saint Peter, MN 56082 Email: info@saintpeterrobotics.org URL: http://www.saintpeterrobotics.org/	To promote interest in and knowledge of science, engineering, and technology throughout Saint Peter and the surrounding communities.

Seeds of Hope Category: Children and Youth Health and Human Services Recreation and Sports Seeds of Hope 1400 Madison Ave. Suite 208 Mankato, MN 56001 Email: info@seedsofhopekids.org URL: https://www.seedsofhopekids.org/about	To provide a week-long opportunity for these vulnerable children to create new memories. A place where being a child is celebrated royally.

The Govenaires Performing Arts Association Category: Arts and Culture Recreation and Sports The Govenaires Performing Arts Association PO Box 235 Saint Peter, MN 56082 Email: info@govenaires.org URL: http://www.govenaires.org/	The Govenaires Drum and Bugle Corps is an all-age drum and bugle corps based in St. Peter, Minnesota that competes in Drum Corps Associates.

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.

YMCA - Young Mens Christian Association Category: Children and Youth Recreation and Sports YMCA - Young Mens Christian Association 1401 S. Riverfront Dr. Mankato, MN 56001 URL: http://mankatoymca.org/	To put Christian principles into practice through programs and services that build a healthy spirit, mind, body and social well-being for all.

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.

Recreation and Sports