Too often, community members feel left out of decisions that shape their lives.

When people feel disconnected or powerless to make a difference, communities miss out on their greatest strengths.

Engage Winona cultivates stronger communities by reigniting community participation through conversations, support, and training.

We support everyday people to take part in shaping their communities, and we help local governments and organizations engage with residents.

As people get involved and connected, whole communities become more able to collaborate, solve problems, and support themselves from the inside out.

This year, we're seeking to raise $25,000, and we need your help!

Your gifts support our ongoing programming: a $20 gift helps us offer participation support - such as childcare or transportation - to community members at our inclusive gatherings. A $50 gift helps us pay for refreshments at a community workshop. A $100 gift helps us provide printed workshop materials for 30 people, such as our Engagement is For Everyone! workbook. And a $500 gift helps us support one Lived Experience Leaders cohort participant, to help them overcome barriers and make a difference in Winona.

Will you join us by making a donation today?

Engage Winona is a nonpartisan 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Our programs bring people together, spark ideas, and cultivate the conditions for a community where we all belong, connect, and contribute.

Support Engage Winona in 2026!

Reigniting community participation

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