Community News

Community Engagement Welcomes All To Be Involved

Read about SPAAR members, the good work done in the communities where you live and work, and the many community partnerships in which you are involved.

Find out how you can be involved by contacting Joe McKinley, Vice President of Advocacy and Community Engagement, at jmckinley@spaar.com.

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Jeff Klemmer is a SPAAR Hero

Jeff Klemmer is a SPAAR Hero.
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Supporting Rice Street “Old School” Boxing Gym

SPAAR’s Community Engagement Committee recently hosted Mike Evgen, founder of the nonprofit Rice Street “Old School” Boxing Gym located on St. Paul’s East Side.
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SPAAR’s Homeownership Rally returns on May 16

SPAAR's Homeownership Rally returns for its second year!
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Take part in the Toys for Joy fundraiser at Topgolf

Join Toys for Joy at Topgolf in Brooklyn Center for its 2025 fundraiser event on May 13 from 2-5pm.
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Sarah Abbott is a SPAAR Hero!

SPAAR member Sarah Abbott believes it is everyone’s responsibility to help other members within our community thrive so everyone can experience safe and healthy environments.
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Bingo was a success at Emma Norton

SPAAR hosted Bingo at Emma Norton’s Restoring Waters Residence on April 10.
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2025 Fair Housing Coloring Contest

Rules, Prizes, and Additional Information
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Ellissa Friedman is a SPAAR Hero!

Congratulations, Ellissa, on being named SPAAR Hero!
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Mark your calendar for the Corrie’s House presentation and learn about human trafficking

Join SPAAR for an eye-opening presentation on the pervasive issue of human trafficking---modern-day slavery. Learn about this issue and how it impacts some of the most vulnerable members of the community.
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