Community Endorsements
"VINE has been a valuable resource to many individuals and families in Blue
Earth County. We are pleased to be collaborating with VINE to re-purpose the
building and the corresponding services that would be made available with
a facility renovation. VINE provides cost effective services to many people
resulting in reduced reliance on public resources. The Blue Earth County Board of
Commissioners supports the effort of VINE to expand their services and their goal
of raising capital to support the revitalization of the Nichols Building.”
–Kip Bruender, Chair,
Blue Earth County Board of Commissioners
“Blue Earth County Human Services is pleased to support the efforts of VINE to
raise the capital necessary to renovate the Nichols Building. VINE has been a
great community partner serving low income, disabled, elderly, and minority
populations. Their cost effective programs have helped to allow people to live
in their own homes longer with a higher quality of life. We greatly appreciate
the work that VINE does for the community, the value their services provide and
strongly support the vision they have for this project.”
–Bob Meyer, County Administrator,
Blue Earth County
“Envision 2020 emphasizes ‘planning for an aging population’ and ‘encouraging
the development of community centers.’ VINE’s ability to continue its work in
these areas and expand its community partnerships would be strengthened by
revitalizing the Nichols Building. Envision 2020 supports their efforts.”
–Dr. Tony Filipovitch, Chair,
Envision 2020 Implementation Task Force
"I had the privilege of being involved in the development of the vision and mission
of VINE and of being a member of the original Board of Directors. I have witnessed
the growth of VINE’s programming which resulted from their response to the
needs of the community. VINE’s vision of an adult community center where older
adults, caregivers, and care-receivers have the opportunity to age well, explore
new possibilities, and give back to the community is a positive response to the
coming age wave of baby boomers. VINE has demonstrated their capacity to
decisively and successfully respond to local challenges and needs. Support of the
capital campaign will enable VINE to enhance and expand their programming
and services."
–Linda Giersdorf, Executive Director,
Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging®, Inc.
"Greater Mankato United Way has partnered with VINE since 1997 and continue to
applaud their efforts to serve the older adult population through the Nichols Office
Building Project. VINE has proven to be a well-organized, fiscally responsible, and
outcome driven organization for more than a decade. As the aging population
significantly grows in our region, we will count on organizations like VINE to
ensure that appropriate services are available to community members. These
services will ensure that adults are able to live a high quality and productive life as
well as continue to contribute to our community’s success."
–Laura Bowman, President,
Greater Mankato Area United Way
"The City of Mankato enjoys a strong partnership with VINE Faith in Action.
We appreciate the great level of service the organization provides to older adults
and the stewardship that VINE demonstrates with each dollar they receive. Their
good work strengthens our neighborhoods and our community and we support
their vision for expanded services through an Adult Community Center at the
Nichols Building.”
–Eric Anderson, Mayor,
City of Mankato
“The City of North Mankato is proud of its residents and the number of elderly
citizens that are independently living in their own homes. VINE has long been a
great resource for our elderly population, providing them assistance and services
to maintain their independence. As this segment of our population continues to
grow and age, the City looks forward to continuing to partner with VINE to the
benefit of our citizens. To that end, we support VINE’s efforts in renovating the
Nichols Building and enhancing their services.”
–Dr. Mark Dehen, Mayor,
City of North Mankato