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2026 Gathering for MN Community & Family Resource Center Gathering

Minnesota Community & Family Resource Network 2nd Annual Gathering

Navigating the River of Life

September 29-30, 2026  |  Staples, MN

Navigating the River of Life

Come together with Community and Family Resource Center staff and supporters from across Minnesota for our 2nd Annual Gathering! Over the course of two days, you’ll be equipped to manage the FLOOD (Funding, Leadership, Operations, Opportunities, and Data) as we navigate the river of life together. 

When 

  • Gathering—September 29 – 30, 2026
    • Tuesday: Noon – 4:30 p.m. – with Banquet and Awards afterward

    • Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. – breakfast and lunch provided

  • Pre-conference trainings—September 28 – 29, 2026

Where 

Cost

  • Gathering—$50 (free for caregivers and presenters; contact [email protected] for info)
  • Standard of Quality Training—$150

Gathering Info

Pre-Conference Options: Trainings and Site Visits
Attend a Pre-Gathering Site Visit

Stop for a one-hour tour as you travel to Staples on Tuesday morning, September 29. Sign up for either of the following options when you register for the Gathering.

Attend a Pre-Gathering Training

Or, you may choose to attend one of two Pre-Gathering Trainings, both located at Sourcewell in Staples.

  • Protective Factors Training
    Tuesday morning, September 29
    Included with Gathering registration
  • Standards of Quality Training
    Monday and Tuesday, September 28-29
    Full day on Monday and half day on Tuesday, ending before the Gathering starts
    $150 fee—register here
Hotels and Accommodations

 We have reserved blocks of rooms at two hotels near the Gathering.

Gathering Program

We're cooking up a wonderful Gathering program for you! We'll share more details as we get closer to the event, but here's a sneak peek:

Contact Info

For any questions about the Gathering, please contact:

Craig Sweet
Minnesota Community & Family Resource Network Manager
612-750-8437
[email protected]
mncfrn.org

Craig Sweet

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