Change Within Reach Program
Are you affiliated with a local non-profit organization that would benefit from this program?
Every year we ask local non-profit organizations that service our community to apply for this program. Applications for 2027 need to be submitted by August 31st, 2026.
2027 Change Within Reach Application
We do our best to diversify the selected recipients from year to year. Those not selected are encouraged to apply again.
Change Within Reach Round-Up Program Eligibility:
- Your group must be a 501(c)3, 501(c)4 or other designated non-profit organization
- Your organization must serve the local Mesabi Iron Range community directly
- Your organization must be religiously and politically neutral
- Your organization must be non-discriminatory on the basis of any legally recognized category including but not limited to race, creed, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, or physical disability
View past Change Within Reach updates.
Current Recipient
Mesabi Fit
Mesabi Fit is passionate about transforming our communities’ approach to wellness. Beyond traditional fitness, we’re committed to enriching overall wellbeing with program options tailored to every individual. Our vision is to create a regional wellness center that embraces everyone’s unique journey, offering state-of-the-art facilities and inclusive programming that cater to all preferences.
Click here to learn more!
As always, thank you for your continued support! Together, we can change our community for the better.
2026 Recipients
- January: Mesabi Symphony Orchestra
- February: UWNEMN Buddy Backpacks
- March: Quad City Food Shelf
- April: Friends of the Lake Vermillion Trail
- May: Wilderness Health Inc
- June: Mesabi Fit Coalition
- July: Friends of Wirtanen Pioneer Farm
- August: Mesabi Range College Foundation
- September: Advocates for Family Peace
- October: North St Louis County Habitat for Humanity
- November: C.H.A.I.R.
- December: Mesabi Humane Society
April’s Change Within Reach Recap
In April our customers raised $1,899.13 for Friends of Lake Vermilion Trail!
The proposed Lake Vermilion Trail will be a 40-mile, paved, non-motorized, multi-use trail that will connect the communities of Cook and Tower/Soudan with public recreational opportunities near the south shore of Lake Vermilion.
Thank you for your continued support. Together, we can change our community for the better!