Project Fine Inc

Advocacy and information referrals help newcomers as they adjust to life in the united states and become self-sufficient. Project fine provides linguistically appropriate information and referrals to meet the basic needs of newcomer families. In 2024, project fine provided 5,814 hours of service to newcomers in the community.

The goal of the safety & prevention for youth program is to prevent involvement in unlawful activities and develop positive leadership and collaboration skills amoung middle and high school youth from refugee and immigrant families. In 2024, 97 youth participated in program activities.

Employment services: connect refugees and immigrants with employment and training to reach their economic goals. In 2024, 302 hours of services were provided to 261 individuals. Wesa outreach: this project provided outreach about the women's economic security act, which outlines requirements for workplace conditions and time off for pregnant women or new parents. In 2024, staff conducted 9 calls and 2,900 home visits to share information. Welcoming table: this project is an opportunity for the community to come together to share a meal and build cross-cultural relationships. 5 gatherings were held in 2024 in winona and st charles, with 430 people participating. Esst outreach: this project provided information about the new mn earned sick and safe time law. Staff conducted 100 outreach calls and 62 home visits to share information, and reached an additional 1,000 people through local softball games and other community events. My hmong roots: providing hmong language classes for children. In 2024, 38 youth participated. Girls reaching above and beyond: designed to help girls age 10-18 discover their identity and strengths and create a roadmap to pursue their dreams. In 2024, 72 girls participated. College education connection: provides academic support and access to resources for youth as they pursue higher education. In 2024, 5 scholarships were awarded to program participants. Force: this program is designed for middle and high school boys and focuses on developing positive character traits and values, promoting healthy lifestyle choices, and preparing for financial stability. In 2024, 31 boys participated in program activities. Energy efficiency outreach: the goal of this project is to provide education and connections to resources to help refugees and immigrants improve the energy efficiency of their homes and learn about clean energy. 51 people participated in educational sessions. Cultural arts & ancestry st charles: this program offers art classes focused on a traditional or folk art, taught by local refugees or immigrants. 2024 classes included puerto rican dancing, mexican corn husk dolls and hmong story cloth, and 77 people participated. Crime prevention program: this program provides information and education about laws and the criminal justice system for refugees and immigrants. In 2024, 105 people participated in program activities, which included sessions on drug and alcohol use, a tour of the jail, dialogue with law enforcement and information about internet safety and social media scams. Early learning program: provides resources, education and support for refugee and immigrant families with young children age 0-5. Activities include in-home visits to families focused on cognitive and social learning, mental health and parental engagement. During 2024, 453 hours of individualized training were provided. Follow along program community connectors: follow along is offered by the mn department of health to support families with young children as they grow and learn. Project fine was one of 8 organizations across the state selected to offer culturally and linguistically inclusive outreach and support to families as they enroll in the program. In 2024, we engaged with 20 local families and registered 7 to participate. Microbusiness support: this project offers support for refugee and immigrant entrepreneurs, focusing on very small businesses, usually sole proprietors or home based operations. In 2024, 6 entrepreneurs received support. Cultural arts & ancestry winona: this program offers art classes focused on a traditional or folk art, taught by a local refugees or immigrants. 2024 classes included painting, pinata, dancing, and feather crowns, and 128 people participated. Supporting growers: provides agricultural education for refugees and immigrants, and increases access to resources related to gardening or growing food. In 2024, 20 people participated in program activities. Training and consulting: project fine offers training and consulting services on topics related to culture, diversity, equity and inclusion. In 2024, 1,100 individuals participated in a training session with project fine. Sessions included presentations to 17 different agencies. Cultures united: this program offers middle and high school students the chance to explore countries and cultures from around the world. Students meet after school in winona or st charles, and in 2024 93 youth participated.