The Faribault Foundation

06/13/2026

No Tummies Left Behind is a fund of the Faribault Foundation - join us to Steak out Hunger!! .

Join us on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at Owatonna Timberlodge Steakhouse, for your fill of scrumptious steaks, mouth-watering sides, and signature cocktails all while helping fill mother’s tummies! TIMBER LODGE will donate 15% of ALL dine-in, take-out, and liquor sales to our cause!

06/11/2026

Congratulations to the winner of the Southern Heights Dental Group Scholarship! Thank you to the Southern Heights Dental Group for the creation and continuation of this scholarship, making it possible for dental assistants and dental hygienists to pursue their dreams in the dental field!

06/08/2026

☀️ Hello, Summer! 🌿

As the days grow longer and the sunshine lingers, there’s no better time to reconnect with nature right here in our community. This season, we’re proud to highlight the Elizabeth Moes Paukert River Bend Nature Center Fund—supporting the ongoing care and environmental stewardship of River Bend Nature Center.

From peaceful trails and scenic views to hands-on learning and conservation efforts, River Bend is a place where our community can explore, learn, and grow together. Thanks to this fund, the natural beauty and educational opportunities at River Bend will continue to thrive for generations to come.

As you get outside and enjoy all that summer has to offer, we invite you to celebrate and support the spaces that make Faribault so special. 🌼🌎

06/06/2026

06/06/2026

Congratulations to our two winners of the Cole McAdam Memorial Athletic Scholarship! These awards were presented by Jesse Armbruster, Cole’s wrestling coach. Thank you to the generous supporters who keep this scholarship running.

06/05/2026

🏳️‍🌈 Investing in pride, respect, information, and support. 🏳️‍🌈

This Pride Month, celebrate by supporting the Faribault Foundation's newest fund: the Faribault Area PRISM Initiative! Your donations help fund inclusive partnerships, educational outreach, and other LGBTQ+ initiatives in our area.

☀️ We’ll be at Northfield Pride this Saturday—stop by our booth to learn more!

📲 Ready to make a difference?

Donate now on the Faribault Foundation website: https://faribaultfdn.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=1792

Make sure to follow PRISM Initiative to keep up with more events coming soon!

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

This Memorial Day, the Faribault Foundation reflects on the sacrifices made to protect the freedoms we enjoy and the communities we cherish. We are grateful for those who served and gave everything so places like Faribault can thrive.

As we gather with family and friends, may we also take a moment to remember the true meaning of this day—and honor the legacy of those who made it possible.❤️ 🇺🇸

05/22/2026

The Faribault High School Distinguished Alumni Fund is proud to support opportunities that make a lasting impact on students in our community. Thanks to the incredible generosity of our donors, the Fund was able to award a $1,000 grant to the Faribault Community School after-school programming initi...

05/19/2026

Our Founders Fund is a powerful example of what generosity in action looks like.

Thanks to the dedication of our Founders Society members, this fund made a meaningful impact last year—awarding $10,000 each to two local organizations doing incredible work in our community.

These gifts aren’t just dollars—they’re opportunities, resources, and support where it’s needed most.

We’re so grateful for the individuals who make up our Founders Society. Your commitment continues to strengthen our community and create lasting change.

Interested in learning more about the Founders Fund or how to get involved? Let’s connect.

05/19/2026

“Community Matters.” This was a favorite phrase of Marcia Morris Beck, who died March 4 at the age of 74 after a lifetime of service to the Faribault community. Marcia Morris grew up in Des Moines, Iowa but when she and her husband, Ken Beck, moved to Faribault in 1984 they quickly made Faribaul...