Impact of Your Gift
The story of Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota began just outside Red Wing, Minnesota, where a modest congregation took in four orphaned children — an act that would become the foundation of a statewide movement of care and support.
Celebrating Possibilities Turned Reality
At Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota, everything we do begins with people — and the belief that, with the right support, lives and communities can grow stronger. Empower What’s Possible is our five-year, $100 million comprehensive campaign to expand, strengthen and reimagine LSS services across Minnesota, so more individuals and families can move toward stability, hope and opportunity.
This work is possible because of you. Your generosity brings new ideas to life, fuels innovative services and strengthens the foundation our communities rely on. Together, we are seeing long‑held dreams take shape — and building momentum for what comes next. Thank you for walking alongside us and for helping empower what’s possible for people in all 87 counties of Minnesota.
Jesse M. Stremcha
Senior VP of Strategic Growth & Innovation
Russ Michaletz
Campaign Steering Committee Chair
Infrastructure
and Capacity
From the LSS Early Learning Center – East Side to the Fischer Cabin at Camp Knutson, LSS is creating up-to-date, modern, and easily accessed facilities and spaces in the communities that need them.
Learn MoreService Model
Pilots
LSS is launching a series of strategic pilot programs in various regions across the state that deliver long-term, sustainable solutions for youth.
Learn MoreDesign Lab and Data Intelligence
In collaboration with our partners and the neighbors we serve, LSS uses data-derived insights to rethink and advance the next generation of services.
Learn MoreMinnesota communities’ needs are always evolving.
Many Minnesotans face growing challenges related to behavioral health and well-being, employment, financial stability and more. Through this campaign, LSS is evolving and expanding to meet these needs — while staying rooted in our mission and values.
Services for people with identified needs are an important part of LSS’ work. Empower What’s Possible builds on our strengths and past successes while embracing new approaches that help individuals and families thrive and improve lives across our state.
Watch the video below to see one way this work comes to life through the story of a camper at Camp Knutson.
Resources
Check out Empower What’s Possible stories to learn some of the ways LSS — an organization of neighbors helping neighbors — continues to inspire hope, change lives and build community for all people.
Newsletters
Project Summaries
Case for Support
Contact Us
If you have questions about how you can get involved and support Empower What’s Possible, please contact our development team at: Development@lssmn.org and 651.529.8899.