Thank you, small businesses & organizations

March 16, 2026 ─ We want to take the time to thank all the small businesses and organizations near and far who stepped up during these times of crisis when our immigrant and refugee community needed us the most. Your contributions through donations, in-kind gifts, group volunteering events, and more, have given us the opportunity to support to our clients by expanding our legal services, delivering groceries, offering rent assistance and more. As time goes by, this continued support will be imperative for the success and recovery of our clients.

We have received words of encouragement from these businesses and organizations which has lifted our spirits in our fight against the hate that unfolded in our state. This generosity showed us how passionate people are in supporting and protecting our immigrant and refugee community. Here are some of the messages we received: 

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  • “As a seasoned worker, I’ve participated in many mutual aid efforts, none have ever generated so much support, compassion, and generosity. Thank you for welcoming immigrant and refugee families in Minnesota. We in Duluth have your back- yesterday, today and tomorrow.”

  • “We know it’s a small gesture in this time of great need, but we want you to know that you have friends in MI that are thinking of you and supporting your work.”

  • “Thank you for all the important work you do for Minnesotan communities.”

Thank you to the following small businesses and organizations who provided aid in a time of great need

Positively 3rd Street Bakery

 

Boreas L.L.C.

 

Prior Lake Rotary Foundation

 

SafeGenerations

 

BlackStack Brewing

 

Evans Transportation Services

 

International Institute of New England

 

Blaze Credit Union

 

Ladies Community Church Fellowship

 

Health Advocates

 

Affiance Financial

 

Agricultural Investment Associates Inc.

 

ESG Architecture & Design, Inc.

 

Platinum Technologies, LLC

 

The Book Nook

 

Aurie Consulting

 

Parkway Pizza Company

Cinematicalism

 

Beth Tikvah Congregration

 

Great River Psychotherapy

 

Apiary Market

 

CRUDE Personal Care

 

La Marea

 

Beck’s Books

 

Kamajit Tree

 

Shine Wealth

 

Bethel’Bethany United Church of Christ

 

Blue Health Intelligence (BHI)

 

Versa Business Partners LLC

 

3:1 Corporate HPM Solutions

 

Olfactory Obsession

 

Prideletics

 

First Presbyterian Church of Lubbock, Texas

 

PeopleFirst Clinic PLLC

GEN Financial Management, Inc.

 

Hoistad Counseling

 

Wit and Delight

 

BlueHub Capital

 

Bloom Arts Strategy

 

Cedarwood Counseling

 

Chatterboxmali

 

Ardaigh Suas Academy of Irish Dance

 

Sarah Rose Miller, LLC

 

Soggy Meadows Farm

 

Grease Pole Prints

 

Dandelion Acres Buddhist Retreat Center

 

NCMIC

 

True Artists Agency, LLC

 

Story & Teller

 

Artings and Such

 

Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota

About the International Institute of Minnesota

For over half a century, the International Institute of Minnesota has successfully welcomed more than 26,000 refugees to our state. Founded in 1919, the International Institute of Minnesota offers New Americans quality services that support their journey to stability and success. The Institute’s comprehensive offerings include refugee resettlement, English education, workforce and leadership development, college preparation and immigration and citizenship assistance. The Institute is recognized as Minnesota’s leading charitable organization dedicated to helping New Americans rebuild their lives while pursuing their personal and professional goals.

How to Help

Contributions to the International Institute of Minnesota help us fund and provide services during times of uncertainty. The Institute is grateful for the community’s support in standing with New Americans so they can find safety, stability and success. Our mission will remain possible because of the community’s generosity.

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