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Thank you for your support!
Youth 1st receives Pigskin & Pork donation from Cashwise(Owatonna, MN) (October, 2018)
Youth 1st, a non-profit organization headquartered in Owatonna, MN recently received a donation from Cashwise Foods in Owatonna. The proceeds were generated from the annual Pigskin & Pork BBQ rib fundraiser. Brian Elwer, Store Director for Cashwise in Owatonna, presented a check for $1954 to Mark Arjes, Founder and Director of Youth 1st. The mission of Youth 1st is to connect Conduct, Character and Community to youth activity programs.
“Cashwise is a great community partner and we appreciate all the support that Brian and his staff give us each year through their BBQ rib fundraisers. One of the neat things that has come out of the fundraiser model is our lunch time delivery process. We would like to thank coach Nick Adamek and his Steele County Blades junior hockey players for volunteering both on the serving line and as our delivery drivers. In addition, we would like to thank Community Bank Owatonna, Daikin, House Chevrolet, Jaguar Communications, KOWZ, Noble RV, Pearson, Profinium, Target and United Prairie Bank for supporting us through their delivery orders.” said Mark Arjes of Youth 1st.
Youth 1st held a football themed prize drawing from all names entered through food purchases over the two day event. Patricia Velzke won the grand prize, a gas grill package sponsored by Owatonna Motor Company and a $50 gift card from Cashwise. Additional prizes were provided by the MN Vikings, Owatonna’s Target Store, the Quarterback Club and OHS Football. Prize winners included Roxanne Arndt (MN Vikings autographed mini helmet), TJ Peckacek (MN Vikings Football), Erin Benson (MN Vikings Cooler Bag), Matt Burt (MN Vikings travel mug), Angie Cisheros (MN Vikings Stocking Hat), Jerry Gold (OHS FB Stocking Hat) and Lynn Limberg (OHS FB Stocking Hat).
About Cashwise: (www.cashwise.com) With nearly 8,000 total employees in our 120 retail locations, we’re passionate about providing superior guest service at our grocery, liquor, and convenience stores, as well as our pharmacies. Our employee-owned company strives to live out our vision.
Brand Promise
Our brand promise to our guests, “Low Prices, Fresh Foods, Friendly Service” reflects our commitment to our guests to provide you with the lowest prices on the freshest foods…all, with a friendly smile.
Vision Statement
Be remarkable! Inspire happiness, healthy living and simplicity, one guest at a time.
We are also committed to making a positive difference by what we do each day to bring our company’s mission to life.
Mission Statement
We empower employee owners to create unique shopping experiences, anticipate needs and exceed expectations for our guests.
About Youth 1st, Inc.: (www.youth1st.com) @Youth1stMN on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
The Youth 1st Team Award recognizes positive behavior from players, coaches and everyone associated with the team (parents, fans and spectators). The Youth 1st Team Award was created by working with officials and tournament directors. The officials provide a team selection vote after each game during league or tournament games based on the conduct and sportsmanship exhibited by coaches, players, parents and fans. Teams with a positive selection to game ratio of 80% or higher are recognized as Youth 1st Teams. Teams are presented with a plaque and certificates PLUS tickets for all players and coaches to attend and be recognized at a Youth 1st Partner Experience with the MN Twins, MN Timberwolves or MSU Mavericks.
Youth 1st, a non-profit organization headquartered in Owatonna, MN recently received a donation from Cashwise Foods in Owatonna. The proceeds were generated from the annual Pigskin & Pork BBQ rib fundraiser. Brian Elwer, Store Director for Cashwise in Owatonna, presented a check for $1954 to Mark Arjes, Founder and Director of Youth 1st. The mission of Youth 1st is to connect Conduct, Character and Community to youth activity programs.
“Cashwise is a great community partner and we appreciate all the support that Brian and his staff give us each year through their BBQ rib fundraisers. One of the neat things that has come out of the fundraiser model is our lunch time delivery process. We would like to thank coach Nick Adamek and his Steele County Blades junior hockey players for volunteering both on the serving line and as our delivery drivers. In addition, we would like to thank Community Bank Owatonna, Daikin, House Chevrolet, Jaguar Communications, KOWZ, Noble RV, Pearson, Profinium, Target and United Prairie Bank for supporting us through their delivery orders.” said Mark Arjes of Youth 1st.
Youth 1st held a football themed prize drawing from all names entered through food purchases over the two day event. Patricia Velzke won the grand prize, a gas grill package sponsored by Owatonna Motor Company and a $50 gift card from Cashwise. Additional prizes were provided by the MN Vikings, Owatonna’s Target Store, the Quarterback Club and OHS Football. Prize winners included Roxanne Arndt (MN Vikings autographed mini helmet), TJ Peckacek (MN Vikings Football), Erin Benson (MN Vikings Cooler Bag), Matt Burt (MN Vikings travel mug), Angie Cisheros (MN Vikings Stocking Hat), Jerry Gold (OHS FB Stocking Hat) and Lynn Limberg (OHS FB Stocking Hat).
About Cashwise: (www.cashwise.com) With nearly 8,000 total employees in our 120 retail locations, we’re passionate about providing superior guest service at our grocery, liquor, and convenience stores, as well as our pharmacies. Our employee-owned company strives to live out our vision.
Brand Promise
Our brand promise to our guests, “Low Prices, Fresh Foods, Friendly Service” reflects our commitment to our guests to provide you with the lowest prices on the freshest foods…all, with a friendly smile.
Vision Statement
Be remarkable! Inspire happiness, healthy living and simplicity, one guest at a time.
We are also committed to making a positive difference by what we do each day to bring our company’s mission to life.
Mission Statement
We empower employee owners to create unique shopping experiences, anticipate needs and exceed expectations for our guests.
About Youth 1st, Inc.: (www.youth1st.com) @Youth1stMN on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
The Youth 1st Team Award recognizes positive behavior from players, coaches and everyone associated with the team (parents, fans and spectators). The Youth 1st Team Award was created by working with officials and tournament directors. The officials provide a team selection vote after each game during league or tournament games based on the conduct and sportsmanship exhibited by coaches, players, parents and fans. Teams with a positive selection to game ratio of 80% or higher are recognized as Youth 1st Teams. Teams are presented with a plaque and certificates PLUS tickets for all players and coaches to attend and be recognized at a Youth 1st Partner Experience with the MN Twins, MN Timberwolves or MSU Mavericks.
Youth 1st receives donation from US Bank
(Owatonna, MN) (July, 2018)
Youth 1st, a non-profit organization headquartered in Owatonna, MN recently received a donation from the US Bank Foundation. Corey Mensink, Market President for US Bank in Owatonna, presented a check for $4000 to Mark Arjes, Founder and Director of Youth 1st. The mission of Youth 1st is to connect Conduct, Character and Community to youth activity programs. The support comes through the foundation’s Community Possible Grant Program – Play Pillar.
“US Bank was one of our first sponsors when we were getting started back in 2010. Corey has been a great partner and sounding board from the start, having been so connected in the community and the schools. We appreciate the ongoing support that US Bank has provided locally. We are honored and excited to be selected for expanded funding through the Community Possible Grant program.” said Mark Arjes of Youth 1st.
About US Bank Community Possible Grant Program – Play Pillar:
Learning Through Play
Many young people across the country do not have the resources and/or access to enjoy the benefits of active play. Supporting active play based programs and projects for K-12 students located in or serving low- and moderate-income communities fosters innovation, creativity, and collaboration and impacts the overall vitality of the communities we serve. Funding support includes:
Support for organizations that build or expand access to active play spaces and places that help K-12 students learn through play and improves the health, safety and unification of neighborhoods in low- and moderate-income communities
Programs that focus on using active play to help young people develop cognitive, social and emotional learning skills to become vibrant and productive citizens in low- and moderate-income communities
Learn more by visiting https://www.usbank.com/community/community-possible-grant-program
About Youth 1st, Inc.: (www.youth1st.com) @Youth1stMN on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
The Youth 1st Team Award recognizes positive behavior from players, coaches and everyone associated with the team (parents, fans and spectators). The Youth 1st Team Award was created by working with officials and tournament directors. The officials provide a team selection vote after each game during league or tournament games based on the conduct and sportsmanship exhibited by coaches, players, parents and fans. Teams with a positive selection to game ratio of 80% or higher are recognized as Youth 1st Teams. Teams are presented with a plaque and certificates PLUS tickets for all players and coaches to attend and be recognized at a Youth 1st Partner Experience with the MN Twins, MN Timberwolves or MSU Mavericks.
(Owatonna, MN) (July, 2018)
Youth 1st, a non-profit organization headquartered in Owatonna, MN recently received a donation from the US Bank Foundation. Corey Mensink, Market President for US Bank in Owatonna, presented a check for $4000 to Mark Arjes, Founder and Director of Youth 1st. The mission of Youth 1st is to connect Conduct, Character and Community to youth activity programs. The support comes through the foundation’s Community Possible Grant Program – Play Pillar.
“US Bank was one of our first sponsors when we were getting started back in 2010. Corey has been a great partner and sounding board from the start, having been so connected in the community and the schools. We appreciate the ongoing support that US Bank has provided locally. We are honored and excited to be selected for expanded funding through the Community Possible Grant program.” said Mark Arjes of Youth 1st.
About US Bank Community Possible Grant Program – Play Pillar:
Learning Through Play
Many young people across the country do not have the resources and/or access to enjoy the benefits of active play. Supporting active play based programs and projects for K-12 students located in or serving low- and moderate-income communities fosters innovation, creativity, and collaboration and impacts the overall vitality of the communities we serve. Funding support includes:
Support for organizations that build or expand access to active play spaces and places that help K-12 students learn through play and improves the health, safety and unification of neighborhoods in low- and moderate-income communities
Programs that focus on using active play to help young people develop cognitive, social and emotional learning skills to become vibrant and productive citizens in low- and moderate-income communities
Learn more by visiting https://www.usbank.com/community/community-possible-grant-program
About Youth 1st, Inc.: (www.youth1st.com) @Youth1stMN on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
The Youth 1st Team Award recognizes positive behavior from players, coaches and everyone associated with the team (parents, fans and spectators). The Youth 1st Team Award was created by working with officials and tournament directors. The officials provide a team selection vote after each game during league or tournament games based on the conduct and sportsmanship exhibited by coaches, players, parents and fans. Teams with a positive selection to game ratio of 80% or higher are recognized as Youth 1st Teams. Teams are presented with a plaque and certificates PLUS tickets for all players and coaches to attend and be recognized at a Youth 1st Partner Experience with the MN Twins, MN Timberwolves or MSU Mavericks.