Community Pathways

10/16/2026

GOT TARGET CIRCLE VOTES? LET'S PUT THEM TO GOOD USE!

Your next opportunity to make a difference in Steele County might already be waiting in your Target Circle account!

Community Pathways is participating in **Target Circle Community Giving**, and YOU have the power to help direct a portion of Target's community giving funds toward supporting our neighbors!

The best part? It only takes a few taps!

HERE'S HOW TO CAST YOUR VOTES:

🔴 STEP 1: Open your Target app and select My Target.

🔴 STEP 2: Find and tap Cast Votes.

🔴 STEP 3: Look for Community Pathways, choose how many votes you'd like to give, and submit!

Prefer to vote online? You can do that, too!

https://www.target.com/circle/community-voting

Why does your vote matter?

Because behind every Community Pathways program is a neighbor, a family, or an individual working toward a brighter tomorrow. From meeting essential needs to creating opportunities for stability and connection, your support helps strengthen the community we all call home.

Voting is open through December 31, 2026!

Already voted? THANK YOU! But don't forget to check back as you earn additional votes throughout the campaign!

And here's one more way to help: SHARE THIS POST! Your friends, family, and coworkers might have votes they haven't used yet!

Your votes. Our community. A whole lot of possibilities.

10/15/2026

We need egg cartons! Help us distribute a wonderful donation to our shoppers!

10/14/2026

SOMETHING SPOOKTACULAR IS COMING TO CodeRED!

The ghosts are back, the supplies are stacking up, and we're getting ready to pack with purpose!

We're excited to share this video from Owatonna Business Women (OBW) as they prepare to host another Period Packs & Purpose Night in collaboration with Owatonna Public Schools (Owatonna High School), benefiting Community Pathways' CodeRED menstrual supply program!

• When: Tuesday, October 20, 2026
• Time: 5:00–7:00 PM
• Where: Owatonna High School Commons

AND WE HAVE SOME EXCITING NEWS!

Thanks to our partnership with Pixie Cup, CodeRED is expanding its menstrual care offerings!

This year's packing night will include assembling our traditional CodeRED kits AND introducing new kits featuring Pixie Cup products!

Because menstrual care isn't one-size-fits-all, and having access to different options matters. We're excited to take another step toward making menstrual care more accessible, practical, and empowering for the people we serve.

WANT TO HELP MAKE IT HAPPEN?

There's still time to support this effort! We're collecting menstrual products, kit supplies, and monetary donations to help cover packaging and printed educational materials.

• Shop our CodeRED Amazon Wish List:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3L5ZO8GC579OI?ref_=wl_share

• Venmo:
• Memo: CodeRED

•Cash or checks can also be dropped off directly at Community Pathways. Please include CodeRED on the memo line of checks.

A huge thank-you to Owatonna Business Women, Owatonna Public Schools (Owatonna High School), and Pixie Cup for helping us continue to grow CodeRED and expand access to essential menstrual care.

Periods don't come with a warning. Access to supplies shouldn't come with obstacles.

And period poverty? We'd like to see it disappear.

SAY BOO! TO PERIOD POVERTY!

10/13/2026

GOT LEGAL QUESTIONS? LET'S TALK!

Sometimes life throws us a curveball, and figuring out the legal side of things can feel a little overwhelming. But you don't have to navigate it alone!

Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services (SMRLS) is visiting Community Pathways TOMORROW, Wednesday, October 14th, from 10 AM to 2 PM, offering FREE Legal Check-Ups!

Think of it as a wellness check for your legal needs!

Whether you're dealing with:
Housing concerns like eviction prevention, landlord disputes, or repairs

Family law matters including custody, divorce, or protection from abuse

Public benefits questions involving Social Security, SNAP, MFIP, Medical Assistance, or unemployment
..or other legal concerns, SMRLS is here to help you explore your options!

• What can you expect?
• A free, confidential conversation with a legal professional
• Guidance, support, and referrals
• Interpretation services available

Community Pathways
155 Oakdale Street, Owatonna, MN

Wednesday, October 14
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Can't make it tomorrow? SMRLS visits us on the second Wednesday of each month!

Because knowing your rights and understanding your options can make all the difference.

Help us spread the word by sharing this post with someone who might benefit!

10/08/2026

Let's Go!!!!

10/02/2026

YOU KNOW WHAT’S SCARY?

Starting your period without access to the supplies you need.
Owatonna Business Women are teaming up with Owatonna High School (Owatonna Public Schools) for another Period Packs & Purpose Night on:

October 20, 2026, from 5–7 PM in the OHS Commons in support of Community Pathways’ CodeRED menstrual supply program!

Before we can pack the kits, we need your help filling them!
We’re collecting period products and other needed kit supplies, along with monetary donations to help cover packaging and printed educational materials included in CodeRED kits.

- Shop our CodeRED Amazon Wish List:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3L5ZO8GC579OI?ref_=wl_share

-Donate through Venmo:
Please put CodeRED in the memo.

- Cash or checks can also be dropped off directly at Community Pathways. Please note CodeRED on checks.

Every donation helps us make sure someone in our community doesn't have to face a period without the products they need.

Periods can be a pain. Access to supplies shouldn't be.

👻 SAY BOO! TO PERIOD POVERTY.

10/02/2026

We're excited to announce the Winter Coat Giveaway from the Knights of Columbus Council 945 is BACK! On Monday, October 19th the Knights will be at Community Pathways to distribute children's winter coats to any Steel County Families in need. 1 coat per child and a max of 3 per household limits.

This event will start at 5pm and will go as supplies last or until 7pm!

Unique Finds will start putting out winter coats for sale for $5 each on Tuesday the 20th. Shoppers can use their monthly stipends for winter coats in the store.

10/01/2026