Nonprofit Directory

The Advocacy Center of Winona is dedicated to empowering victims/survivors of sexual and domestic violence. Our mission is to create a safer community by eliminating sexual and domestic violence. We focus on advocating for and supporting survivors Our primary focus is to ensure the safety of all survivors. Our services include crisis advocacy and direct support, coordinating community resources, legal advocacy, accompaniment/intervention, emergency shelter and relocation. All services are free of charge

Ampact is a national nonprofit that specializes in managing and scaling high-quality AmeriCorps programs. Founded as the implementation arm of ServeMinnesota (Minnesota’s AmeriCorps Commission), their first program – Reading Corps launched in 2003. Today they offer evidence-based programs in three focus areas: education, environment and healthy futures.

Founded in 2010, Art of the Rural is a collaborative arts and culture non-profit organization that works to resource artists and culture bearers across the country to build the field, change the narrative, and bridge divides.

The mission of the Benedictine Foundation Winona is to enhance the lives of the residents of Benedictine Saint Anne, Benedictine Callista Court and clients of Benedictine Adult Day Center by providing additional services, equipment and specialized services that may not otherwise be available except for the charitable gifts shared by our donors.

BBBS7 plays a vital role in building healthy communities through youth development. Continuing the personal connection between our Bigs and Littles is more important than ever to ensure every child’s potential is ignited.

Big River Magazine is now a publication of the nonprofit Big River Voice. The 34-year-old magazine is working to reach out to more readers along the river and in the Driftless Area. We are also raising money to make all of our back issues available online, to publish more investigative stories and to host community meetings around the area.

Bluff Country Family Resources, Inc. is a 501 (c)(3) serving Houston County, MN strives to empower victims/survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse by providing free and confidential crisis intervention, advocacy, support, and resources to those in need and education surrounding these topics for members of the community.

Bluffview Montessori School is a public charter school that follows the teaching methods and philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. As a charter school, we are an independent public school district that is governed and operated jointly by licensed teachers, parents and community members. Bluffview happens to be the first public Montessori School in the nation.

Through Bridges’ preventative health approach to support healthy lifestyle & wellness, we offer services to address physical, emotional, and social health. All of our services are free and delivered by Winona State University health profession students, supervised by clinical faculty and licensed clinicians.

Catholic Charities of Southern Minnesota serves the poor and marginalized, advocates for social justice, and calls all people to the ministry of Christ.

Cotter Schools challenges students to achieve their full potential and use their lives in the service of others. Cotter Schools serves students from 16 months through Grade 12 and cherishes experiences of faith and community, excellence in education and attention to each individual student.

Elder Network is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1988 in Rochester Minnesota, now serving Dodge, Olmsted, Wabasha and Winona Counties. Our mission is to support those 55 and better and their caregivers to have the opportunity to thrive and lead rewarding lives. Elder Network has an office and staff person in Winona and offers 8 non-medical programs and services including Caregiver Respite both volunteer and paid Companion, Caregiver Coaching, Friendly Visitor, Technology Assistance Program, Dementia Friends Info Sessions. We offer several support groups including: Chronic Conditions support group, After Caregiving Ends Support Group, Caregiver Support Group.

Engage Winona drives equitable civic action and social change by working to ensure everyone has access, voice and power in community planning, decision-making and change-making.

Family & Children’s Center is an agency that provides a continuum of services designed to strengthen families and promote individual well-being.

The Foundation for Winona Area Public Schools is an independent, non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization established in 1991 and funded entirely by community and business supporters of education in Winona. The single purpose of the Foundation is to enrich and expand educational opportunities in Winona Area Public Schools by supporting important programs and projects that would otherwise not be available via normal district resources.

The Friends of Winona Parks is a community organization to keep some ash trees alive and reforest the parks of Winona with a devise tree population. Donations are ran through Winona Community Foundation and are tax deductible.

Front Porch Unity is a organization that provides a mentoring program to children and young adults ages 12-24 that are considered at-risk or transitioning into adulthood with opportunities for sport and professional development.

The Frozen River Film Festival offers programs that engage, educate and activate viewers to become involved in the world. These programs provide a unique perspective on environmental issues, sustainable communities, adventure travel and sports, and diverse cultures while showcasing the art of documentary film. Our films often explore issues, concerns, and life’s successes that are usually not covered in the local media.

The Goodview Community Foundation (GCF) is dedicated to supporting programs and projects which improve the quality of life and build a stronger community for the Goodview Area.

Grace Place has been serving Winona and the surrounding community areas since 1992. Grace Place believes in long-term care for families and that an investment in people is an investment in the community. Our mission is realized through community support, mentoring, birth-to-five programming, financial literacy and life skills programs, and other resources that strengthen families and individuals.

The mission of the Great River Shakespeare Festival is to enrich people’s lives by creating dynamic clearly understood productions of Shakespeare and other playwrights who celebrate the spoken word.

Bringing Winonans together to build homes, communities, and hope for over 25 years. Through home construction, repairs, updates for aging adults, and accessibility modifications, we’re building a world where everyone has a decent place to live. HFH is a global, nonprofit housing organization operated on Christian principles that helps homeowners achieve strength, stability, and independence. Every purchase from the Habitat ReStore supports our mission locally. We are working to build home #53 in Winona in 2022.

Lake Winona is a healthy natural environment that supports a variety of native species and provides recreational activities for all ages. Healthy Lake Winona’s vision is to engage the Winona area community in action that improves the health of Lake Winona and preserves it as a valued community resource.

Hiawatha Valley Mental Health delivers exceptional, responsive and consumer focused behavioral health services.

Home & Community Options (HCO) provides quality services that maximize the independence of those they serve, to support individuals as they live happy and productive lives close to family and friends, and promote the inclusion of people with disabilities within the local community.

Hope Harbor transforms lives through a cohesive program including education, biblical counsel, life skills, and spiritual growth all focused on restoration to the family unit.

Hope Lutheran’s mission is to preserve and extend the Kingdom of Jesus Christ.

The IMPACT Center is an inclusive, Christian-based youth center in Winona, MN serving children ages 5 and up, at absolutely no cost to the child or family. The IMPACT Center offers children homework assistance, snacks, group devotions, and free time to use their game equipment, watch movies, and socialize in a healthy safe environment. IMPACT Center emphasizes the basic Christian principles of: love, respect, and responsibility.

The International Owl Center is the only all-owl education center in the United States. They are raising funds to build a new facility to meet the needs of our visitors, owls and staff. It will be located on 4.5 acres on the north side of Houston, MN and will include first-of-their-kind-in-the-USA walk-through owl aviaries.