Transforming Brooklyn Park: Thielen Foundation’s $100K Boost to Zanewood Teen Center
Big things are happening in Brooklyn Park, and the youth are about to receive a game-changing boost! On January 6th, 2025, a major announcement was made at the Brooklyn Park City Council meeting, marking an exciting milestone for the Zanewood Teen Center project.
New gym space coming to Brooklyn Park
Former Minnesota Vikings player Adam Thielen has given a financial boost to the Zanewood Teen Center project. Late last month, the Thielen Foundation announced a $100,000 donation to help fund Brooklyn Park’s new and improved youth complex.
Tech Mastery Unleashed: Hands-On Hardware Repair with Brandon Taylor
CHILL Tech participants took their skills to the next level in an incredible hands-on workshop led by the expert Brandon Taylor, with the assistance of Michael Johnson Jr., an electrical engineering student at Arizona State University.
Chuck and Cindy Hill Empower Students at Anoka-Hennepin Career and College Palooza
We couldn’t be prouder of Chuck and Cindy Hill, who represented the MN CHILL Foundation with unmatched energy and expertise at the Third Annual Career and College Palooza on December 14, hosted by Anoka-Hennepin Schools at Champlin Park High School.
Building Bridges for Youth Empowerment: MN CHILL Foundation Teams Up with Brooklyn Park Rotary Club
On December 11th, Chuck and Cindy had the privilege of speaking at the Brooklyn Park Rotary Club, where they shared the inspiring history and mission of the MN CHILL Foundation. They highlighted our impactful programs and our dedication to empowering local youth through health, fitness, and education.
Empowering the Future Through AI: A Work Session with Dr. Elizabeth M. Adams
In December, Dr. Elizabeth M. Adams, a globally recognized expert in Responsible Artificial Intelligence, led an engaging work session for participants of the CHILL Tech Program. This hands-on session focused on the transformative potential of AI and how it can empower the next generation of tech leaders.
Building Better Boards: Reflections from the Nonprofit Board Lab
Cindy Hill had an incredible experience attending the Nonprofit Board Lab conference hosted by the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD). The experience was nothing short of transformative and Cindy’s excited to share the valuable insights she gained with MN CHILL Foundation board members!
Empowering the Next Generation: Bremer Bank’s Impact on CHILL Tech Students
We’re incredibly grateful to Bremer Bank for partnering with us to enrich the CHILL Tech program! A special thank you goes to Michael Johnson, Sr. Information Security Risk Analyst, and Nikke Purvis, Senior Risk Manager, for delivering such insightful presentations.
Empowering the Future: Cindy Hill’s Inspiring Talk at Burnsville High School’s Black Girl Magic Event
Cindy Hill was deeply honored to speak at Burnsville High School’s Black Girl Magic event on Monday, December 2nd, at 8:45 a.m. This impactful gathering brought together African American and African-identifying young women to inspire and uplift them academically, socially, and emotionally.
MN CHILL Foundation and Saint Paul Promise Neighborhood Partner for After-School Impact
The Minnesota CHILL Foundation is excited to announce our new partnership with the Saint Paul Promise Neighborhood to provide after-school programming at Benjamin E. Mays School. For many years, the Saint Paul Promise Neighborhood has been a dedicated advocate for students and families, and we are honored to collaborate with them to enhance the educational experience for local youth.
