The Community HeroCard Program rewards and increases volunteerism while supporting the Community. It is an incentive, reward and loyalty system that links community members, non-profit organizations, local businesses and government by inviting them to work together on the common goal of strengthening the economic and social development of our neighborhoods. The county's Special Gift Fund, established in 1970 by the County Board to help clients with special needs for which there are no other funding resource, is in need of funds. Contributions meet needs such as clothing, eyeglasses, medical equipment, rental deposits, moving costs, school supplies and camping trips. The fund serves only active clients of social workers or case managers in the Children, Family and Adult Services Department.
Donations are tax-deductible and receipts are provided upon request.
County Board meetings are available as live broadcasts on the web or as archived video files. Census 2000 Information for Hennepin County See Happenings for community resources and events information. Links to Other Interesting Places . . . Web sites in the Minneapolis area, State of Minnesota, schools, organizations, local publications, and other local governments. And More . . .