East African America Community Center

The Community Action Council, also known as (CAC), is a nonprofit organization that helps families in crisis to achieve self-sufficiency. The organization has been serving families for more than 35 years. It operates a range of outreach and support programs. The organization also administers a variety of food, housing and gift programs. The Community Action Council partners with local schools, law enforcement agencies and churches. It helps over help 6,000 families annually and employs a staff of up to 100 professionals. The organization has nearly 50 locations in Dakota and Scott counties in Minnesota. It accepts donations from individuals and business clients. In addition, the organization assists families on issues related to domestic violence and sexual assault. The Community Action Council s community partner includes the Greater Twin Cities United Way.

Becketwood is an independent living cooperative community in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Since opening in 1986, we have provided our Member owners in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area with distinctive living. Located on 12 beautiful acres of wooded land along the Mississippi River gorge, Becketwood is within 15 minutes of both downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul and the airport. Combining natural beauty with an urban location, Becketwood is the ideal place for active, independent people who enjoy the best of the Twin Cities. Our facilities are designed to foster community through a number of different informal gathering areas. Located throughout Becketwood are a: • Library • Coffee shop • Solarium • dining room, party rooms and outdoor • Range of living options with 14 different floor plans • Studios, 1, 2, and 3 bedroom units In addition to the features described above, Becketwood has a fitness center, game room, craft center, workshop, pantry, barber/beauty shop, guest rooms, chapel, garden plots, custom landscaping including Fernwood Glen – a rain garden, bird sanctuary, 24 hour security and emergency call system, housekeeping, coin free laundry facilities, and heated underground parking. For more information concerning our unique property, contact the Marketing Department at Becketwood Cooperative today.