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There are more ways to give to Neighborhood House

Your investment today is an investment in the people and vitality of your community and neighborhood.

There are many ways to give to Neighborhood House and we encourage you to find the approach that makes the most sense for you. Some additional considerations include; requesting a grant from your donor advised fund; electronic transfer of stock; IRA contribution; Charitable Adult Rides & Services (CARS) donation, and / or hosting a fundraiser or event.

Connect with us.

Would you like to learn more about ways to give to Neighborhood House? Just fill in the online More ways to give inquiry form below and submit.

Nick Contreraz, our Director of Advancement will reach out to you within 1-3 business days.

For specific questions, email Nick directly.

The first time I went to the food market, I was welcomed and felt at home. The staff were so good about helping me with what I needed.

— Gloria (Food Market Participant)

Ways to support our work

Donor Advised Fund

A donor advised fund is like a charitable investment account, with the sole purpose of supporting charitable organizations you care about and value. Donor advised funds are a way to increase tax efficiency and support charities like Neighborhood House. Do you currently have a donor advised fund? You can request a grant be sent to Neighborhood House. Here are the details you may need for your request:

Official Name:
Neighborhood House
Federal ID Number (EIN # 41-0693916)

Mailing Address:
Neighborhood House
179 Robie St E
St. Paul, MN 55107

For specific questions, email Nick Contreraz.

Stock

Many people donate their appreciated stocks to Neighborhood House because it helps save on two types of taxes. Giving stock is an easy way to maximize your impact, and your personal savings.

If you prefer to work directly with your broker to complete an electronic transfer of stock or mutual funds, instruct your broker to transfer the securities to Neighborhood House’s account. Please, email Nick Contreraz to secure this information.

It is very helpful if you contact Nick to let him know your stock gift is on the way. This helps us ensure your donation is received. We would also want to properly acknowledge your contribution. Your gift can be given anonymously if you wish, but by notifying us we can work with our broker to guarantee the stock gift process works seamlessly.

IRA Contribution

Donors age 70.5 or older are eligible to give tax-free gifts directly from their IRA and create an immediate impact for Neighborhood House. Did you know that IRA gifts can reduce your future tax burden? Speak with your tax advisor to learn more.

For specific questions, email Nick Contreraz.

Beneficiary Designations

Did you know you may have additional assets not covered in your will or trust? If you have an IRA, 401(k), life insurance policy, or any additional accounts, these are called “non-probate assets” and they need to be planned for separately.

Using the free online tool below, you can log all of your assets, receive printable instructions on how to set each one up with your broker, and even include Neighborhood House as a beneficiary to further support the communities we serve.

Plan your beneficiaries today

CARS donation

Did you know that we can accept car donations? Neighborhood House partners with Charitable Adult Rides & Services (CARS), a noprofit organization that will make the entire process seamless!

CARS makes donating your car easy. Everything is taken care of, from the pick-up and sale to sending you the donation receipt and necessary tax documents once the car is valued or sold. CARS is committed to treating every vehicle donor with gratitude and great service while delivering the highest possible returns to our partners.

Learn more here.
Pre-Donation FAQs from vehicle donors.

Host a digital fundraiser

From birthday fundraisers, to lemonade stands and car washes, you can support Neighborhood House through your own fundraiser(s) or event(s).

Hosting your own digital fundraiser to benefit Neighborhood House. Here’s how to get started:

  1. Visit our Neighborhood House Facebook page and click on the “Fundraisers” tab, then click on “Raise Money.” Fill in the information on the right panel, consider creating your own masthead and support messaging and you should be good to go. It’s a terrific and fun way to connect with friends and family over a worthy cause. (Note: Fundraisers are public, so anyone on or off Facebook can see them. Only people on Facebook can donate. Facebook charges no fees for donations to nonprofits. All donations will go directly to the nonprofit you chose. Matching terms apply).

As of November 1, 2022, personal fundraising pages on Facebook have been discontinued.

Host a fundraising event

Host a fundraising event is fun, especially if you team up with family and friends
If you’re looking to create more buzz with an event, follow these steps:

  1. Plan your event. Determine the kind of fundraiser you want to have. See a list of fundraising event ideas below.
  2. Tell us about your event. Connect with us. The information you provide helps us offer tips or suggestions for your event. We’ll respond to your request within one week of your submission to discuss next steps.
  3. Promote your event. The more people that know about your event, the better. Set up a Facebook event and/or fundraiser page to spread the word.

More ways to give inquiry form

Would you like to learn about more ways to give to Neighboorhood House? Just fill in this online form and submit. Nick Contreraz, our Development & Communications Manager will reach out to you within 1-3 business days. Thank you.

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Please fill out and submit the form below to contact us.

Birgitta Anderson | Child Development Specialist

Birgitta comes to Neighborhood House as a licensed K-6 teacher with a bachelor’s degree in Urban Elementary Education from Metropolitan State University, as well as a degree in Science Communication and Environmental Journalism from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.  As a former classroom teacher for St. Paul Public School, as well as years of experience as a substitute teacher for the district, she comes with a wealth of knowledge in helping families prepare their children for entering the school system.  Her role at Neighborhood House is conducting home visits and supporting families in getting their children school ready.  She also supports in the Small Steps Childcare program, as well as in the Skills for School classroom.  Her hobbies include cycling, rock climbing, and spending time in nature.

Carrie Sowada | Child Development Specialist

Carrie comes to Neighborhood House as a recent graduate of the U of M’s Family Social Science program, where they graduated with distinction. They have more than five years of experience working with and mentoring children in St. Cloud area youth programs, as well as customer service and restaurant experience. Additionally, Carrie has experience in community building, advocacy, and working with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. In their spare time, Carrie enjoys crocheting. It’s their favorite hobby. 

Valerie Dorschner | Early Childhood Instructor

Valerie has worked at Neighborhood House since 2004.

Valerie leads the Skills for School preschool program and is responsible for the curriculum. She has over 20 years of experience in early childhood working with parents and children, and has training and experience working with neurodiverse and dual language students.

  • Valerie is a licensed teacher with a bachelor’s degree in Education from the University of St. Thomas.
  • She holds licenses in elementary education and in early childhood education, and has several years of experience
    teaching elementary school.

Valerie enjoys her free time with her five children and one grandchild.

Victoria Campoverde

Victoria Campoverde is the program manager of Neighborhood House’s Latino Leadership Program. She is originally from Peru and was a licensed high school teacher in her home country.

Her extensive experience within the education sector exemplifies her commitment to education and families.

  • Currently, she serves as the Cultural Liaison between Columbia Heights School District and Anoka-Hennepin School District.
  • In 2008 Victoria began working with The Amherst H. Wilder Foundation’s Latino Leadership Program on adapting their curriculum for the Latinx community. Since then, she has continued working in the Latino Leadership Program after its 2020 transition to Neighborhood House.
  • Coauthor of Education: Our Best Legacy (EOBL), a school success program designed for parents or caregivers with one or more children in middle school. EOBL is part of the Partnering for School Success project (PSS) with the University of Minnesota’s Extension program.
  • Lead teacher and Program Director at Joyce Preschool.
  • A 25 on the Rise, Latino Leader recipient from the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce in 2006.
  • Facilitator with different Latino parent programs in the Twin Cities.
  • President of Kuyayki Peru MN Cultural Association.

For Victoria it is important to value ones culture and cultivate ones heritage. She believes in the importance of empowering the community through her work with Neighborhood House and the Latino Leadership Program. During her free time Victoria enjoys dancing.

Winter / Spring Fresh Produce Distributions Events*

(November – May) take place at Metro State University in St. Paul. During each event, we distribute approximately 3,000 pounds of food to approximately 75-100 families on average.

For additional questions about the Food Markets, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions page.

Event guideline and details: Our fresh produce events are open to everyone!

  • Requirements: Not a thing, just yourself. An identification is not required to attend.
  • Recommendations: You will want to bring your own bags and a cart if you have one.
  • COVID-19: This event is held indoors, masks are encouraged.
  • Please note that your fist visit will require an onsite registration process that will take 5-10 minutes to complete.
  • Parking: You can park in the Metro State ramp parking for $5. Otherwise, street parking is available along 7th St. and Bates Avenue.
  • If available, please consider brining your own reusable bags. On average our visitors take home around 40 pounds of food. 

Location

Metropolitan State University

(Student Center Room)
101 690 E 7th St
St. Paul, MN 55106

TIME – 2:30–4 P.M.

DATES – November 15, 2023 | December 13, 2023 

January 10, 2024 | February 14, 2024 | March 13, 2024 | April 10, 2024 | May 8, 2024

 

* Weather permitting – If there are thunderstorms or excessive heat warnings, we may cancel the event and / or events. For more information and event cancellation updates, please call (651) 789-3630.

Still have questions? Kindly email Kaitlin Lee, Fresh Produce Coordinator

Summer / Fall distributions* (Summer 2023)

From July to October, all are welcome to come pick up a variety of free fruits and vegetables for family and friends at five St. Paul locations. 

The distributions are held outdoors and are farmer’s market style. No documentation or identification is required to participate.

For additional questions about Food Support, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions page

Event guideline and details: Our fresh produce events are open to everyone!

  • Requirements: Not a thing, just yourself. An identification is not required to attend.
  • Recommendations: You may want to bring your own bags and a cart if you have one. On average, visitors will leave with approximately 40 pounds of fresh produce per event. 
  • Please note that your fist visit will require an onsite registration process that will take 5-10 minutes to complete.
  • Parking: You can on the street at most of our locations. At the Wellstone Center, you may park in our ramp.
 

Locations

The Wellstone Center*

179 Robie Street
St. Paul, MN 55107

Dates

Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday
From July to October
7/12, 7/26, 8/9, 8/23, 9/13, 9/27, 10/11, 10/25
Hours: 1:30 – 3pm

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Dayton's Bluff Elementary*

262 Bates Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55106

Dates

Every 2nd Thursday
From July to October
7/13, 8/10,  9/14, 10/12
Hours: 2 – 3:30pm

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Francis Basket Food Market*

1293 East Maynard Drive #410
St. Paul, MN 55116

Dates

Every 3rd wednesday
From July to October
7/19, 8/16, 9/20, 10/18
Hours: 1:30 – 3pm

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bruce vento elementary

409 case ave e
St. Paul, MN 551

Dates

every 4th thursday From July to October
7/27 (CANCELLED DUE TO HEAT), 8/24, 9/28, 10/26
Hours: 2 – 3:30pm

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St. Paul music academy

27 geranium ave St. Paul, MN 55117

Dates

every 1st thursday From august & October
8/3, 10/5
Hours: 2 – 3:30pm

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* Weather permitting – If there are thunderstorms or excessive heat warnings, we may cancel the event and / or events. For more information and event cancellation updates, please call (651) 789-3630.

Still have questions? Kindly email Katelyn Yee, Fresh Produce Coordinator.

Food Market Location

Francis Basket

1293 East Maynard Drive #410
St Paul, MN 55116
Phone: (651) 699-0986

Building Hours

Monday

9AM – 11:30AM

Tuesday & WEDNESDAYS

9AM – 11:30AM
1PM – 4PM

Highland / Sibley Manor

Food Market Location

The Wellstone Center

179 Robie Street
St. Paul, MN 55107
Phone: (651) 789-2500
Food Market Info: (651) 789-3630

Appointment Scheduling Hours

Monday – Friday

9AM – 4PM

Appointment Scheduling Hours

Mondays

TUESDAYS – FRIDAY

 

EVERY THIRD SATURDAY

 

  • 1PM – 4PM 
  • 9AM – 11:30AM
  • 1PM – 3:30PM

 

  • 10AM – 2PM
Wellstone Center Food Market

St. Paul Music Academy

27 Geranium Avenue East
St Paul, MN 55117
Service Connect: (651) 789-3602

Building Hours

Monday – Friday

9AM – 4PM

St. Paul Music Academy

John A. Johnson Elementary

740 York Avenue
St Paul, MN 55106
Service Connect: (651) 789-3602

Building Hours

Monday – Friday

9AM – 4PM

John A. Johnson Elementary

Highland / Sibley Manor Apartments

1300 West Maynard Drive
St Paul, MN 55116
Service Connect: (651) 789-3602

Building Hours

Monday – Friday

9AM – 4PM

Highland / Sibley Manor

Dayton's Bluff Elementary

262 Bates Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55106
Service Connect: (651) 789-3602

Building Hours

Monday – Friday

9AM – 4PM

Dayton's Bluff Elementary

Bruce Vento Elementary

409 Case Avenue East
St Paul, MN 55130
Service Connect: (651) 789-3602

Building Hours

Monday – Friday

9AM – 4PM

Bruce Vento Elementary

Main Campus

The Wellstone Center

179 Robie Street
St. Paul, MN 55107
Main Phone: (651) 789-2500
Service Connect: (651) 789-3602
Food Market Info: (651) 789-3630

Building Hours

Monday – Friday

8AM – 9PM

Saturday

8AM – 4PM

Sunday

NOON – 5PM

The Wellstone Center

Parking

The Wellstone Center Parking Ramp is located on the west side of the main building. The ramp has three levels with one elevator bank. Take the elevator to the first floor and follow the signs towards the information desk.
Parking is free.

Note: Building hours may be adjusted due to holidays, emergencies, program changes or weather. Check our website homepage and social media for possible building hour changes.