Parents in Community Action

Whittier Neighborhood The Whittier Neighborhood, named for the poet John Greenleaf Whittier, is located one mile south of downtown Minneapolis. Whittier is bounded by Franklin Avenue to the north, Interstate 35W to the east, Lyndale Avenue South to the west and Lake Street to the south. Whittier's modern history began in 1849 and part of Whittier is designated as the Washburn Fair Oaks Historic District. Whittier today is well known for food and arts. Some popular destinations and restaurants in the Twin Cities region are here, including: Eat Street, Lyn-Lake, Jungle Theater, Children's Theatre Company, Minneapolis Institute of Arts, and the Minneapolis College of Art and Design. More links are in the Neighborhood Amenities page or visit our Business Directory. What is Whittier Alliance The Whittier Alliance was formed by a small coalition of Whittier residents, businesses, agencies and religious institutions in January 1977. The Alliance is a 501 ( C ) and is the officially recognized citizen-participation neighborhood organization. As in its formative years, the Alliance continues to depend on the civic involvement of neighborhood volunteers. It is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors elected by the Whittier residents and businesses, and daily operations are performed by the Executive Director, Community Organizer and a part-time administrative assistant. City-wide, the Whittier Alliance is respected for its ability to mobilize residents, businesses and organizations to voice their opinions and concerns in a manner that encourages collaboration and creative outcomes. Today, the Alliance continues to operate as a coalition of Whittier neighborhood individuals, families, businesses, and institutions working together for the advancement and development of the Whittier community. The Alliance advocates for the Whittier neighborhood to express Whittier's goals and dreams and to address neighborhood needs and concerns. Only residents and businesses registered in the neighborhood can become a voting member at the committees. Mission The Alliance speaks for the neighborhood to express Whittier's goals and dreams and to address neighborhood needs and concerns. Mission: The Mission of the Whittier Alliance is to ensure safety and livability by facilitating, advocating and leading the diverse voices of Whittier Neighborhood Vision: The Vision of the Whittier Alliance is to mobilize the human and financial resources, information, and technical assistance necessary to effectively provide leadership to organize and implement a base of operation for citizen participation. Objective: The Objective of the Whittier Alliance is to empower and celebrate stability, diversity, economic development, education and concern for all the children, youth, individuals and families in Whittier Neighborhood What is the Alliance doing? The Whittier Alliance is a neighborhood resource. The Alliance responds to business and resident inquiries and facilitates meetings to inform the neighborhood about changes, developments, safety issues, neighborhood funds for property improvements, events, etc. that impact the livability and prosperity of the Whittier neighborhood. The Whittier Alliance is also charged with implementing the Phase II Action Plan of the Neighborhood Revitalization Program ( NRP ). Learn more about Whittier's NRP Action Plan. Whittier Alliance 10 East 25th Street, MN 55404 Minneapolis Tel.: 612 ) 871-7756 Fax. 612 ) 871-0650

Pillsbury United Communities is one of the largest, nonprofit, house-based settlement organizations in the United States. It operates the Oak Park Center, which offers emergency short-term overnight care and daycare placements for children up to the age of 12 in northern Minneapolis. The organization s Brian Coyle Center administers adult employment and education programs. Pillsbury United Communities manages a staff of more than 35,000 employees. Its Waite House provides human services and community building activities. The organization s facilities feature kitchens, gymnasiums, classrooms and meeting areas. Pillsbury United Communities PUC Interpreting Agency offers medical and dental care solutions. Its Pillsbury House organizes several health workshops.

The CAC is happy to host two interns from the Leaders for Social Change program at St Olaf. This summer nine students were selected for the program. Students work at area non-profits, live in a St Olaf house, and particpate in weekly seminars. Signe Knutson and Daniel Murphy will be with us through August 6. Inquiries may be directed to Jim Blaha, Executive Director of the Community Action Center at 664-3550. Letters of nomination may be sent to Jim Blaha at 1651 Jefferson Parkway, MN 55057 HS 200 Nominations should be received by June 18, 2010. The Community Action Center, in partnership with South Central College, will offer classes for those interested in becoming a certified nursing assistant. Classes will be offered from 6: 00 9: 00 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning September 14 and ending in December. The tuition is waived for CAC clients. An orientation will be held on August 16 from 6: 00 9: 00 pm at Three Links Care Center, 815 Forest Avenue in Northfield. For more information or to sign up for the orientation, call the CAC at 664-3550 or Bob Kell at 507-333-5036. About The Community Action Center is a private, nonprofit organization serving the greater Northfield area whose mission is to promote a healthy, caring and just community for all people through resources, advocacy and volunteer effort. Community Action Center of Northfield 1651 Jefferson Parkway, MN 55057 Northfield Suite HS-200, 507.664.3550