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Headwaters Community News
Our 2023 Annual Report is here
Renew your commitment to justice
Welcoming our newest colleague
HFJ’s Wakinyan LaPointe elected to MCF Board of Directors
Job opportunities from the Headwaters community
December community events
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Our 2023 Annual Report is here
We’re excited to share our story of impact in
Headwaters’ 2023 Annual Report<[link removed]> - out today!
This past year, great challenges called for bold and dedicated action. And in many cases–both here at Headwaters and in our community of grantees–we saw action lead to wins worth celebrating.
We hope you’ll explore this report and join us in celebrating the work that took shape this year -
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Renew your commitment to justice
In Headwaters’ 40-year history, we have been unwavering in our mission to amplify the power of community to advance equity and justice. We are the only regional community foundation with an explicit and unapologetic commitment to justice, and your continued engagement powers our programming.
We invite you to renew your financial commitment to Headwaters and, in turn, to the movement organizations across our state who receive our grants.
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Thank you for your ongoing support. Together we’re transforming philanthropy by fueling grassroots organizations on the frontlines.
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Welcoming our newest colleague
Last month, we welcoming Robyn Browning to the team as Headwaters’ Grant Manager!
Robyn tends to all of the internal processes needed to get grants out the door and to our grantee partners. Her time is spent managing our grantmaking database and working with grantee partners on any technical questions or needs they may have. She is passionate about equitable grantmaking that is rooted in trust-based philanthropy.
We're excited to welcome Robyn to the Headwaters community!
HFJ’s Wakinyan LaPointe elected to MCF Board of Directors
Headwaters’ Program Officer for Native Communities, Wakinyan LaPointe, was recently elected to the
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Join us in celebrating Wakinyan!
Job Opportunities from the Headwaters Community
Multiple Positions<[link removed]>, American Indian Family Center
Outreach and Recruitment Manager<[link removed]>, Asian American Organizing Project
Community and Leadership Coordinator<[link removed]>, Asian American Organizing Project
Strategy Program Manager<[link removed]>, Asian American Organizing Project
Special Education Teacher<[link removed]>, Bdote Learning Center
Special Education Paraprofessional,<[link removed]> Bdote Learning Center
Multiple Positions<[link removed]>, Change Inc.
Program Associate<[link removed]>, City of Lakes Community Land Trust
Grant Writer,<[link removed]> City of Lakes Community Land Trust
Multiple Positions<[link removed]>, CTUL
Part-Time Counselor/Educator<[link removed]>, Division of Indian Work
DASC Advocate,<[link removed]> Division of Indian Work
Cultural Home Educator<[link removed]>, Division of Indian Work
Multiple Positions<[link removed]>, Endazhi-Nitaawiging Charter School
Outreach & Office Administration Positions,<[link removed]> Freedom From the Streets
Farm Organizer<[link removed]>, Hmong American Farmers Association
Packing Assistant<[link removed]>, Hmong American Farmers Association
Grants Manager<[link removed]>, Isuroon
Enviromental Design Lab Lead<[link removed]>, Juxtaposition Arts
Policy Counsel,<[link removed]> Local Progress + Local Progress Impact Lab
Teen Tech Center Coordinator,<[link removed]> MIGIZI
Part-time Youth Worker<[link removed]>, MIGIZI
Academic Support Specialist<[link removed]>, MIGIZI
Engagement Coordinator,<[link removed]> Minnesota Indigenous Business Alliance
Story Keeper,<[link removed]> Minnesota Indigenous Business Alliance
Youth Housing Care Coordinator,<[link removed]> Northwest Indian Community Development Center
Front Desk Coordinator,<[link removed]> Northwest Indian Community Development Center
Housing Lead,<[link removed]> Northwest Indian Community Development Center
Finance Director<[link removed]>, Penumbra Theatre
Front of House Associate<[link removed]>, Penumbra Theatre
Multiple Positions<[link removed]>, St. Paul Youth Services
Digital Manager,<[link removed]> TakeAction MN
Senior Membership Organizer<[link removed]>, TakeAction MN
People and Culture Director<[link removed]>, TakeAction MN
Executive Office Manager<[link removed]>, West Broadway Business and Area Coalition
December Community Events
New Native Theatre Presents: A Christmas in Ochopee<[link removed]>
Wednesday, December 13, 2023 — Sunday, December 17, 2023
In A Christmas in Ochopee, antics and chaos unfold as Junior, a Cal-Tech student, brings his unannounced, vegan, fiancé home for the holidays in the Everglades swamps of South Florida. Unexpected guests and newly uncovered secrets only help to enliven the already present tension --not to mention, an unforeseen item on the dinner menu thats sure to make any visitor think twice about having an alligator as a pet!
Prints for Palestine<[link removed]>
Thursday, December 14, 2023 at 5 p.m.
Learn about the printmaking process while making letterpress posters and stamp postcards for Palestine. With print designs by Lamia Abukhadra, Andrea Shaker, and Jamie Kubat. Drop in anytime on December 14, 2023, 5–7pm at the Minnesota Center for Book Arts, 1011 Washington Avenue S, Minneapolis. This event is presented by Mizna and the Minnesota Center for Book Arts.
Live Out Loud Night! - Black Nativity<[link removed]>
Thursday, December 14, 2023 at 6:15 p.m.
Join us December 14th for Live Out Loud Night at Penumbra! Live Out Loud! is a new initiative at Penumbra designed to remove barriers to the theatre for young adults. Enjoy pre-show receptions & a casual theatergoing experience. The evening begins with complimentary food, drinks, and live music in the lobby at 6:30pm followed by a performance of Black Nativity at 7:30pm.
Native Arts & Craft Festival <[link removed]>
Saturday, December 16, 2023 at 10 a.m.
Come shop and support local artists, there’s something for everyone. There will be a variety of items ranging from paintings, digital art, regalia, ribbon skirts, jewelry, birch bark crafts, baked goods and holiday crafts. 1819 Bemidji Avenue North, Bemidji MN.
Holiday on West Broadway 2023<[link removed]>
Saturday and Sunday, December 16-17, 2023 at 10 a.m.
Holiday on West Broadway is a 4-day, 2-weekend shopping experience featuring local shops and businesses. Our aim is to bring the community together, highlighting and promoting the local small business scene as entrepreneurs showcase and sell products and services.
Indigenous Writers Series: Thomas Peacock & Betsy Albert-Peacock<[link removed]>
Saturday, December 16, 2023 at 2 p.m.
In their session, Peacock and Albert-Peacock will each talk about their books, read an excerpt of their books, participate in a Q&A segment, and sign books. AICHO will provide refreshments for event participants. Peacock and Albert-Peacock are co-founders of Black Bears and Blueberries Publishing. Peacock is a member of the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Anishinaabe. Albert-Peacock is a member of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Anishinaabe.
Final Day to Pack the Court for Marvin Hayes<[link removed]>
Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at 1 p.m.
Come out and show your support for Marvin Haynes! The final date of the evidentiary hearing was rescheduled to December 20th at 1 pm due to a sick witness. The court room was packed and overflowing November 27th and 28th. Let's pack the court room again to support Marvin, who has been wrongfully incarcerated for over 19 years. The time is NOW to Free Marvin Haynes!
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