Giving Back, Moving Forward

Giving Back, Moving Forward

Sasha Alexander, volunteer, and Linda LaVallie, Rachel’s Hope executive director.   By Alba Muñoz Saiz A spotlight on local volunteers tackling food insecurity and keeping Austin’s nonprofits running. Sasha stands behind the counter at Rachel’s...
The Cycle of Giving

The Cycle of Giving

By Ethan Watters Bob Rosel’s journey from need to service On Tuesday afternoons in Austin, Minnesota, Bob Rosel and his wife Madonna can be found at the Salvation Army’s food shelf, guiding visitors through rows of canned goods, produce and staples....
SNAP Directory is Now Available

SNAP Directory is Now Available

Download The Mower County 2025 SNAP Directory today.  Get the support you need Local agencies and resources to help you apply for and navigate SNAP benefits. SNAP Resource DirectoryMower County Download Directory Obtenga el apoyo que necesita Agencias y recursos...
Planting the Seeds of Literacy 

Planting the Seeds of Literacy 

By Alba Muñoz Saiz The team behind The Read Seed is changing young lives through the power of books and early literacy.  When 3-year-old Emma received her free Imagination Library book in the mail she had no idea how much it would mean to her. The book, “The Big...