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Category Archives: Updates
Local Events Benefit the Homeless
A recent St. Cloud Times article highlighted the difficulty in determining how many homeless there are in Central Minnesota. Local experts found a January 23, 2013 survey underestimated the prevalence in our area. No matter the exact number of homeless, … Continue reading
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Tagged Empty Bowls, homeless, Project Homeless Connect, Tri-cap
New Executive Director at Tri-CAP
Lori Raiber has been named Executive Director of Tri-CAP. She has a wide range of experience in the non-profit and government sectors of Human Services. Most recently, Lori served as the Human Services Supervisor for Stearns County in the Gateway … Continue reading
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Free Assistance for 2012 Tax Season
This year, eligible, low-income taxpayers have the option of getting a no-fee debit card to use for their tax refunds. Continue reading
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Hunger Heroes
Bremer will match dollar-for-dollar up to $50,000 for donations to Second Harvest Heartland that are made at any Bremer Bank location or online at Bremer.com. Additionally, if you view the “Step Up!” video, an additional donation will be made up to $15,000. This video was created with the help of Rhythmic Circus and it is excellent. Continue reading
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Is Honesty the Best Policy?
My recommendation is to be honest. Tell the interviewer that yes you have a felony conviction, were evicted, or whatever, but shed some positive light on the negative fact. Let the interviewer know that the felony conviction was 9 years ago and you were with some friends and made a stupid teenage mistake. You have learned from your situation, have gone through counseling or whatever you have done to make sure this will never happen again. Continue reading
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Happy Holidays from Tri-CAP
The holidays bring about a time of thanks and giving. While so many are fortunate enough to have a home, food on their tables, and warmth, there are many more that go without. Continue reading
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Leadership and Financial Coaches Programs Honored
Tri-CAP’s Mary Christen Czech and the leadership program provide training and mentorship to traditionally underrepresented groups in leadership positions within the community. Program graduates now serve on non-profit boards, advise school districts on issues of diversity and advocate for their communities with elected officials. Continue reading
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Home Weatherization Grows 1,000% Under Stimulus, Creating Jobs, Saving Low-Income Families $400 a Year
You will see the following quote in the article below. “This is a sound investment with a phenomenal rate of return: for every $1 invested in the WAP program there are $2.51 returned to the household and broader economy.” When we calculate this rate of return for the three counties we serve with American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Weatherization funds, it amounts to over $12 Million!!
Small groups — big changes
“During a time of budget cuts to human services, these groups are keeping hope alive for those who need it most…” Continue reading
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Tagged African Women's Alliance, AWA, Leadershp Outreach, St.Cloud Area, Tri-cap
It’s that time of year again!
Did you know that some families are eligible for school expense refunds like notebooks, pencils, music lessons and educational software? Continue reading
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Tagged free tax preparation, taxes, Tri-cap, VITA