Community Events
Fostering Hope
Shepard of the Lake Lutheran Church 3611 N Berens Rd NW, Prior Lake, MN, United StatesYOU’RE INVITED. Need: In Scott County there is an acute lack of foster homes. A long list of unplaced foster kids requires a solution. The Ask: Find foster homes within each faith community or support homes that are able to provide foster care. Presenters will be: Pastor Dan Poffenberger | Lead Pastor from SOLLC. Dan […]
2nd Thursday Meeting in November: Veteran Resources
Prior Lake VFW 16306 Main Ave SE, Prior Lake, MinnesotaIn honor of Veterans Day on November 11th, come hear from different resources like the Scott County Veterans Services and Beyond the Yellow Ribbon South of the River about all they are doing to help those who have selflessly served our nation.
Faith Gathering: Fostering Hope
Hope Lutheran Church 201 Hope Avenue, Jordan, MN, United StatesIn Scott County there is an acute lack of foster homes. A long list of unplaced foster kids requires a solution. We hope to find foster homes within each faith community or support homes that are. able to provide foster care.
2nd Thursday Meeting in December: Fostering Hope
Shakopee Community Assistance 350 Atwood Street, Shakopee, MN, United StatesCome hear from different organization like Scott County, One Less Child at Risk, and the Reel Hope Project about all they are doing to support and help foster children and families. With the spirit of the holidays, if you bring a gift to be given to a child in foster care, you will be entered […]
2nd Thursday Meeting on January 9th: Barriers and Roadblocks to Employment
Family Resource Center 1615 Weston Ct, Shakopee, MnJoin us for an insightful meeting where we’ll discuss solutions to common barriers and roadblocks to employment. Hear from community leaders and organizations dedicated to helping you succeed. Featured Presenters: • Hop Scott- Learn about the programs and support services they offer to assist individuals in overcoming challenges to employment. • MVTA- Discover new initiatives and resources […]
2nd Thursday Meeting in February: A.C.T United Training
New Creation Lutheran Church, ShakopeeJoin us for an important presentation on how to safeguard children from the growing online crime of sextortion. Presented by ACT United Awareness: Learn about sextortion, an online crime targeting children ages 9-17, which the FBI calls “a public health crisis.” Resources: Discover tools and strategies to protect kids and address this issue. Action: Find […]
July’s 2nd Thursday Program Meeting
Family Resource Center 1615 Weston Ct, Shakopee, MnJoin us on Thursday, July 10, 2025 for FISH’s July 2nd Thursday Program meeting, where we’ll focus on low cost/free dental care options for children in our community. Hear directly from Portico Health,Open Door Health Center, River Valley Health/CAP which offers free exams, x-rays, cleanings, fillings, crowns, extractions, and fluoride treatments to eligible low-income and uninsured residents […]
2nd Thursday Meeting on August 14th 2025: Supporting Students and Families with Attendance Challenges
Savage Public Library 13090 Alabama Ave, Savage, United StatesJoin us for an informative morning focused on supports available for students and families navigating school attendance challenges in Scott County. Learn about local efforts, successful approaches, and how we can work together to re-engage students and strengthen families. 🥐 Enjoy a hot breakfast catered by Casa Deli in Savage!
2nd Thursday Meeting on September 11th: Scott County Public Health
Scott County Government Center 200 4th Av W Room GCW 166 & 167, Shakopee, MN, United StatesLearn more about the Scott County Public Health Department and our services. This meeting will focus on key programs that support families and youth in our community. Breakfast from Wampach’s will be served!
2nd Thursday Meeting October 9th: Drug Free Communities
Family Resource Center 1615 Weston Ct, Shakopee, MnYou’re Invited! Join us for an important conversation about substance use prevention in our community. Topics We’ll Cover: -✅ Overview of the Substance Use Prevention Team ✅- The Drug-Free Communities Grant ✅- The Cannabis & Substance Use Prevention Allocation ⸻ Our Goal: -Share local trends and data -Showcase current prevention projects -Highlight upcoming opportunities for […]