Spring 2024

Celebrating Our New Matches

David & Julian have been non-stop projects since their match in November. Building, whittling, taking in performances, you name it, these two are doing it!!

Amber, Mark & Rylan have been busy with lots of outdoor activities, Cougar games, and Little League baseball since their match.

Although Andie & Cathy were officially “matched” in March, these two have been friends since they were Lunch Buddy friends in 2019/2020. Baking, crafts, and hanging out are just a few of the activities planned.

Amber, Mark & Reagan have just started their adventures but we are sure lots of fun awaits them all!

Amber, Rylan & Mark

Amber, Reagan & Mark.

David & Julian

Andie & Cathy.

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Dolly Parton Imagination Library – February 2024 Update

February was I Love to Read Month and the elementary students at the Morris Area Elementary School and St. Mary’s wanted to share their love of reading with the Dolly Parton Imagination Library participants of Stevens County.

A Night at the Museum

The Stevens County Historical Society and Museum hosted RUSC Kinship for the evening. Bill Eckerson, from the museum, shared history about our community and showed us lots of interesting things that have yet to make it to the museum floor.

Be a Champion of Kinship

Champions for Kinship is a monthly giving program that directly benefits the youth throughout Stevens County. Your donation supports the youth and volunteers every month.

Graduation of Mentees

Turning 18 also means graduating from the RUSC Kinship program. We have two mentees who are graduating from our program. Saqqara & Jeanne have been matched since 2016 and Gay & Daniel have been matched since 2018.

Annual Quarter Kraze

Annual Quarter Kraze fundraiser was a hit, great crowd, tons of prizes, and lots of fun. Thank you to all of the vendors who took part in the event and Lisa Burns for being the auctioneer for the Quarter Kraze.

Pack Drum Line Performance at UMM

The Pack Drumline performed at the University of Minnesota Morris Campus as part of their Performing Arts Series. Big Shout Out to Liz and UMM for inviting RUSC Kinship! It was a loud and wild night, but oh so fun!!