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This year marks a significant milestone for early childhood education in America — the 60th anniversary of the Head Start program. Semcac is proud to join in the celebration of this incredible legacy that has impacted millions of children and families since its inception in 1965. Head Start was created to provide comprehensive early childhood education, health, nutrition, and parent involvement services to low-income children and their families. Over the past six decades, the program has grown into a vital foundation for lifelong learning, school readiness, and community support. At Semcac, we are honored to be part of Head [...]

Semcac is thrilled to announce a generous donation of $50,000 from Olmsted Medical Center (OMC). This significant contribution will directly support Semcac’s mission to empower and advocate for individuals and families, enhancing self-sufficiency by maximizing community resources. The funds will focus on addressing food insecurity in southeastern Minnesota, a growing challenge that impacts many in the region. According to Semcac’s 2024 Community Needs Assessment, 52% of respondents reported struggling to meet basic food needs. “This donation will help us expand access to vital resources, create sustainable solutions, and collaborate with community partners to uplift individuals and families in [...]

½ Ton Pick-up Truck Specifications September 18, 2024 Vehicle type -    ½ ton pick-up truck with automatic transmission                          Crew cab                          Short bed                          4x4                         New or Used Mileage -         Less than 40,000 miles Engine Type - V6 or greater Standard Equipment -     Cruise Control                                         Bluetooth communication [...]

Visit Semcac Clinic during their Open House on Friday, June 28th from 10am - 12 noon. Enjoy some light brunch nibbles and coffee. Meet our awesome Clinic staff, including our new provider, Molly! Address: 420 E. Sarnia St., Suite 1600, Winona  (inside the Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center building) Free parking available in the lot. Call Semcac Clinic with any questions or to make an appointment: 507-452.4307

Semcac is seeking funding and donations for constructing a new facility on land purchased in Austin, MN - located in Mower County. This new facility will allow for Semcac to combine services in that county, under one roof which will be more convenient and efficient for clients and staff. The plans for this location include the following: 1- Head Start and Early Head Start classrooms - for approx. 100+ income-eligible students (free pre-K education) & offices for Head Start staff. There will be increased capacity for Early Head Start/toddler classrooms. 2- Mower County Contact Office - Outreach & Emergency [...]

Rushford Getting New Public Transit Bus March 4, 2024 by Kirsten Zoellner Leave a Comment At the February 26 meeting, the Rushford Council welcomed Rolling Hills Transit Director of Transportation Manager Bill Spitzer. He attended the meeting to discuss the program, Rushford bus details, area community details on ridership, services provided, funding needs, and plans. Spitzer hit on reasons why public transit is critical, including accessibility, affordability, equity for those needing assistance, sustainability, connecting people with different parts of the area, economic development, minimizing traffic congestion, availability in times of emergency, and mobility for non-drivers. There were 3,600 riders for Rushford last [...]

Semcac Welcomes New Executive Director - Press Release Semcac is pleased to welcome a new executive director, Jennifer Hengel, who has dedicated her career to helping people and communities and has a passion for Community Action. Jennifer has a strong background in the public and nonprofit sectors. She worked with Community Action from 2001 to 2011, first as a planner at Western Dairyland Economic Opportunity Council before more than nine years as Semcac’s planning and development director. Jennifer returned to Semcac’s planning office in June 2023. Between her time at Semcac, she spent three years with Community & Economic [...]