Do you want to make a difference in your community?

Are you passionate about connection, inclusion, and compassion?

Who we are

Collective Communities was born from a shared vision: to create spaces where people can come together, support one another, and build a brighter future. We recognized a growing need for communities rooted in connection, inclusion, and compassion—and we knew it was time to take action.

  • Mission

    To create a pathway for communities to engage and build awareness through connection, inclusion, compassion, love and oneness

  • Vision

    To help create healthy communities where all are supported and all can thrive

  • Values

    We value the circle. In Collective Communities individuals matter. Each member has different skills and ablities that help their community. We all have an important place on the circle

  • Goals

    -To build communities where all can thrive

    -Make our voices heard

    -Stand together to support ourselves and others

    -Foster a sense of belonging for all

Participation

  • Help us raise funding by purchasing a Tea Kit! Click here to order.

    Orders close April 19th

  • Got items you no longer need? Donate them to our Community Yard Sale!

    We’re accepting new and gently used home goods, clothing, books, décor, and more to help raise funds for Collective Communities. Your donations make a difference and help us continue fostering connection, support, and empowerment.

    Drop off your items at Collective Dimensions during business hours, or contact us if you need assistance getting your items here.

    We will also need volunteers to help put out signs, price items, set up, tear down, at monitor the sale.

    A google form will be available soon to sign up as a volunteer.

    Tentative Dates:

    • Sort & Organize - 5/18

    • Price & Prep - 5/25

    • Sale - 5/29- 5/31

  • -Community Outreach

    -Political Engagement

    -Resource Coordinator

    -Fundraising

    -Community Garden

    -Community Wellness

    -Organizational Outreach

  • Currently meetings will be Sundays at Collective Dimensions at 11am

    During this meeting, we’ll:

    • Collaborate: Work together to brainstorm solutions and initiatives that address the needs of our communities.

    • Take Action: Learn how you can get involved in upcoming projects, events, and volunteer opportunities.

    • Connect: Meet like-minded individuals who share your passion for creating thriving, supportive communities.

    Keep an eye on our calendar for more upcoming meetings as we schedule them.

    • Spiritual Sunday - Every Sunday, 9:30am-11am

    • Community Drum Circle - Second Saturday Every Month, 6pm-7pm

    • Carpool to Protest - 4/5, Leaving Collective Dimensions at 10:30am

    • Service Saturday - Third Saturday Every Month 11am-6pm

    • Pathways of Remembrance - Partner-in-Spirit Support Group - Second Sunday Every Month 1pm-2pm

    • Navigating Narcissistic Relationships - Second Sunday Every Month 3pm-4:30pm

Resources

  • Near Food Shelf - 5209 W Broadway Crystal, MN 55429 - 763-533-2836

    Monday-Friday 9am-4:30pm

    • Food Pickups

    • School Supplies

    • Holiday Programs

    • Referrals

    Hopebridge Food Shelf - 4217 Boone Ave N New Hope, MN 55428 - 763-536-3284

    Tuesday 3pm-6pm, Thursday 2pm-6 pm - www.newhopechurchmn.org

    Second Harvest Heartland - 7101 Winnetka Ave N Brooklyn Park, MN 55428 - 651-484-5117

    Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm - www,2harvest.org

    ACBC Food Shelf - 2615 9th Ave N Anoka, MN 55303 - 763-422-0046

    Monday & Wednesday 10am-3pm, Tues 12pm-5pm, Thurs 12pm-7pm - www.acbcfoodshelf.com

    • Food Shelf Market

    • Thrift Store

    • Senior CSFP Program

    • Grocery Delivery Program

    HOPE for the Community - Multiple Locations - 763.757.4266 - https://hopeforthecommunity.com/

    • Anoka Ramsey Community College  G120 (Field House) Health and Wellness Center - 11200 Mississippi Blvd NW, Minneapolis, MN 55433

     Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:00am-11:50pm

    Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11:00am-2:00pm

    • Anoka Technical College - Anoka Technical College-1355 W. HWY 10, Anoka MN 55303

    Mondays 10am-12pm & 3-5pm

    Tuesdays 10am-5pm

    Wednesdays 9:30am-5pm

    Thursdays 9:30am-4:30pm

    Fridays 9:30am-12pm & 2:30-5pm

    • Blaine - Blaine-Drive Thru/Contactless - Hope Church-1264 109th Avenue NE, Blaine MN 55434

    Thursdays, 9:30 am-5:00 pm

    • Coon Rapids Middle School - 11600 Raven St NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55433

    3rd Wednesday of every month 3:30-5:30pm

    • Elko/ New Market - Drive Thru/Contactless - 26518 France Avenue Elko New Market, MN 55054

    Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month, 3:00 pm-5:00pm

    • Normandale Community College - 9700 France Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55431

    Mondays through Thursdays, 8:00am-5:00pm

    Fridays, 8:00am-4:30pm

    • St. Cloud State University - 20 4th Ave S, St Cloud, MN 56301

    Mondays 10 am to 4 pm

    Wednesdays 2 pm to 6 pm

    Thursdays 12 pm to 5 pm

    Community Emergency Assistance Programs (CEAP) Food Distribution Center - 7051 Brooklyn Blvd Brooklyn Center MN 55429 - 763-566-9600

    Monday-Thursday 8am-4:30pm, Friday 8am-1pm

    Capi Food Shelf - 5930 Brooklyn Blvd Minnesapolis, MN 55429 - 612-721-0122

    Tues 1pm-4pm, Wed & Thurs 9am-12pm & 1pm-4pm

    Gethsemane Food Shelf - 4656 N Colfax Ave Minneapolis, MN 55412 - 612-964-0881

    Loaves & Fishes - 7200 Brooklyn Blvd Brooklyn Center, MN 55429 - 612-377-9810

  • Alexandra House - 10065 3rd St. NE Blaine, MN 55434 - 763-780-2330 - Open 24hrs

    National Domestic Violence Hotline - 1-800-799-7233 - www.thehotline.org - Open 24hrs/365 days

    Sarah’s an Oasisi for Women -1884 Randolph Ave St. Paul, MN 55105 - 651-696-8699

    Women’s Advocates - Grand Ave St.Paul, Mn 55104 - 651-227-9966 or Crisis Line: 651-227-8284

    • Violence Prevention & Education

    • Shelter & Healing

    • Safety After Shelter

    Minnesota Indian Women’s Resource Center - 2300 15th Ave S Minneapolis, Mn 55404

    • Advocacy

    • Support Groups

    • Healing Spaces

    • Family Services

    • Community Engagement

    • Housing

    Cornerstone Advocacy Service - 1000 E. 80th St Bloomington, MN 55420 - Open 24hrs - Crisis Line: 1-866-223-1111 or Text 612-399-9995

    Minnesota Crime Victim Support Line - Crisis Line: 1-866-385-2699 or text 612-399-9977, all services- 952-884-0376

    • Safe Housing

    • Crisis Support

    • Individual Advocacy

    • Therapy

    • Support Groups

    • Help with Housing, Finances & Employment

    • Financial & Economic Eduaction & Planning

    • Civil/Criminal Advocacy

    • Specialized Support for Victims of Crimes

    • Services for youth & children

    • Youth Advocacy

    • ASPIRE after school programming

    • In-school services for students

    • Parenting & early childhood therapy

    Haven Housing @ St. Annes Place - 2634 Russell Ave N Minneapolis, Mn 55411 - 612-521-2128

    Eagles Nest Shelter - 738 Leech St. St.Paul, MN 55102 - 651-251-1609 - women-of-nations.org

    • Advocacy

    • Shelter

  • 5701 Kentucky Ave N #100 Crystal, MN 55428 - (763) 202-4767

    https://veemah.com/

    Accessible, Compassionate, and Culturally Responsive Mental Health Care

    VEEMAH provides evidence-based, mental health services for individuals, families, and communities.

    With a trauma-informed approach, they empower clients to navigate challenges, build coping strategies, and thrive.

  • info@aspirenetworkmn.org - (763) 338-1932 - https://aspirenetworkmn.org/services

    • Adult Rehabilitative Mental Health Services (ARMHS)

      • You will receive support from an array of staff including a licensed professional, therapist, mental health practitioner, mental health rehab workers, peer specialist, and nurse, based on your unique needs. 

    • Addiction Education - Driving with Care Level I and Level II

      • Our Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) is certified to teach the Driving with Care Level I and Level II with Therapy. We also provide chemical health assessments with individuals to assess their use of alcohol or other drugs, and to determine where their use pattern puts them on the continuum of dependency (based on clinical evaluation criteria). 

    • Mental Health Therapy

      • We provide therapeutic interventions focused on not only our client's current challenges but also underlying issues that could be in part due to their presenting problems. Given the different intricacies of human lives, we provide the following interventions. 

    • Parenting Group

      • This is an 8-hour educational program for families experiencing divorce, separation, or a change in custody. Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate of attendance. Participants referred by the courts could present the certificate of attendance to the judge, court personnel, or attorney. Families may choose to do counseling after the group ends.

    • Wellness and Support Group

      • This is a 12-week group that covers different areas of mental health and well-being, and skills to cope with various aspects of life. Individuals will learn how different factors influence your mental health and strategies to enhance your well-being.

  • MN Adult & Teen Challenge - 3111 1st Ave S Minneapolis, Mn 55408 - 612-373-3366 - Open 24hrs

    Gateway Recovery Center - 6840 78th Ave N Brooklyn Park, MN 55445 - 1-833-338-6980 - Open 24hrs

    The Retreat - 1221 Wayzata Blvd Wayzata, MN 55391 - 952-476-0566 - Open 24hrs

    MN Recovery - Drug & Alcohol - 9426 36th Ave N New Hope, Mn 55427 - 612-488-1144 - Open 24hrs

    Judy Retterah Withdrawal Managment -3409 E Medicine Lake Blvd N Plymouth, MN 55441 - 763-559-1402 - Open 24hrs

    Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation - 11505 36th Ave N Plymouth, MN 55441 - 877-803-1520 - Open 24hrs

    • Serves Ages 12-25

    Eden House - 1025 Portland Ave Minneapolis, Mn 55404 - 612-338-0723 - Open 24hrs

    NUWAYI - 2200 18th Ave S Minneapolis, Mn 55404 - 612-767-0309 - Open 24hrs

    EDSIS - Minnetonka - 11812 Wayzata Blvd #120 Minnetonka, MN 55305 - 612-454-2014 - Open 24hrs

    Riverplace Counseling Center - 9816 US-10 Elk River, MN 55330 - 763-427-9777

    Lakeside Academy - 100 Garrison Ave Ne, Buffalo, MN 55313 - 1-844-768-8336 - Open 24hrs

What can I do?

  • Small, consistent changes in your daily life can have a big impact.

    • Be a Conscious Consumer: Use the power of your dollar to support ethical businesses. Reduce consumption and downsize gradually to adapt to economic changes.

    • Support and Reassure: Talk with people who are worried, offer reassurance, and remind them we’re in this together. Help build a sense of community - know you are not alone in these uncertain times.

    • Prioritize What Matters: Focus on what’s truly important—family, friends, and community. Help where you can, and practice self-care to maintain your mental health.

    • Find Joy in Simple Things: Learn to enjoy activities that don’t cost money, like spending time at lakes, parks, or hosting house gatherings with like-minded friends.

    • Build Community: Strengthen your sense of belonging by connecting with others and fostering a supportive network.

  • Caring for yourself and each other is the foundation of a strong community.

    • Prioritize Mental Health: Take time for self-care to stay grounded and recharge, so you can show up fully for yourself and others.

    • Find Joy in the Simple Things: Discover happiness in low-cost activities, like spending time in nature, sharing moments with friends, or enjoying quiet reflection.

    • Strengthen Connections: Build a supportive network by being there for one another, especially during challenging times. Together, we can create a sense of belonging and hope.


  • Your voice matters.

    • Advocate for Change: Call your representatives and encourage others to do the same. Share resources and keep the group informed about local and national political developments.

    • Join Organized Protests: Safely stand up for what you believe in by following guidelines and participating in organized demonstrations. Help coordinate carpooling and meetings for protests.

    • Speak Up: Whether in big crowds or small gatherings, use your voice bravely. Standing in your truth may require discomfort, but it’s worth it.

    • Stay Connected: Post about protests, events, and resources on the community page to keep everyone engaged and informed.

  • Creating a sustainable, community-driven garden.

    • Budget: Planning: Help allocate resources effectively to ensure the garden thrives.

    • Gather Materials: Identify and collect the supplies needed for the garden.

    • Coordinate Schedules: Organize planting, maintenance, and harvesting activities to keep the garden running smoothly.

  • Generating financial support for our initiatives through fundraising efforts

    • Raising Funds: Organize campaigns and events to generate resources for community projects.

    • Distributing Funds: Allocate funds responsibly to support initiatives and ensure they reach the right projects.

    • Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of donations and expenditures to ensure transparency and accountability.

    • Build Fundraising Partnerships: Collaborate with local businesses and nonprofits to host joint fundraising events or campaigns.

  • Be a source of help and reassurance for those in need.

    • Connect People to Services: Assist individuals in finding alternatives for lost services and navigating available resources.

    • Offer Emotional Support: Be available to listen, talk, and reassure people that they will be okay.

    • Build Community: Encourage others to enjoy low-cost activities like visiting lakes, parks, or hosting house parties. Foster a sense of belonging and remind people they are not alone.

  • Building connections and securing support are key to our success.

    • Seek Sponsorships: Reach out to businesses and organizations to secure support for our initiatives.

    • Connect with Partners: Build relationships with nonprofits, community groups, and businesses to collaborate on shared goals.

    • Network with Leaders: Attend community events, meetings, and forums to advocate for our mission and expand our reach.

    • Share Resources: Identify opportunities to exchange resources, knowledge, and expertise with other organizations to strengthen our collective impact.

  • Securing grants is a vital way to fund our community projects.

    • Research Opportunities: Identify grants that align with our mission and projects.

    • Write Proposals: Craft compelling grant applications to secure funding for our initiatives.

    • Track and Report: Manage grant requirements, including reporting on how funds are used and the impact they create.

Get Involved

At Collective Communities, every voice, skill, and passion matters. Whether you’re interested in advocacy, gardening, fundraising, or simply building connections, there’s a place for you in the circle.

Let us know where you’d like to help by filling out the form below.

Together, we can create a community where everyone thrives.