Partner With Us
As a nonprofit organization, we are grateful to the many partners and collaborators who support Project FINE and our work in the community. We host one annual fundraising event, the Taste of International Cuisine, but over the years, we have participated in many different activities to raise funds and promote awareness of diversity in our region.
Foundation Support
We would like to thank the following foundations for their generous support.
Current funders include:
Current funders include:
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Foundation: Cultural Healing Circles
- Elizabeth Callendar King Foundation: Increasing Access to Community Events
- Laura Jane Musser Fund: Cultures United
- Minnesota Department of Health: Follow Along Program Community Connectors
- Minnesota Department of Human Services: Connecting to Home & Community Based Services
- Minnesota Department of Public Safety: Crime Prevention Program
- Minnesota Department of Public Safety: Safety and Prevention for Youth
- Minnesota State Arts Board: Cultural Arts & Ancestry - St. Charles
- Sheltering Arms Foundation: Early Learning Program
- Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council: Cultural Arts & Ancestry - Winona
- Winona Community Foundation: Microbusiness Support
- Winona Foundation: Discover Winona
- Women's Foundation of Minnesota: Girls Reaching Above and Beyond (GRAB)
Community Support
We are grateful to the many agencies who partner with us to provide quality programs and services to newcomers and established residents throughout our region. To discuss potential collaborations between your organization or business and Project FINE, please contact our Executive Director Fatima Said.
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-Advocacy Center of Winona
-Alerus Financial -Alliance for Substance Abuse Prevention -Behrens Manufacturing -Blue Cross and Blue Shield of MN -Blue Cross Blue Shield of MN Foundation -Bremer Bank -Bridges Health Program -Catholic Charities -Central Lutheran Church -CERTs -Charities Review Council -Children’s Dental of Winona -City of Goodview -City of St. Charles -City of Winona -Cotter Schools -Elizabeth Callendar King Foundation -Engage Winona -First Alliance -Gundersen Health System -H3O Jazz Trio -Hiawatha Valley Mental Health -Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota -Intercultural Mutual Assistance Association |
-Laura Jane Musser Fund
-Lewiston-Altura School District -Live Well Winona -Mayo Clinic -Merchants Bank -Minnesota Department of Corrections -Minnesota Department of Health -Minnesota Department of Human Services -Minnesota Department of Public Safety -Minnesota Marine Art Museum -Minnesota State Arts Board -Minnesota State College Southeast -Pleasant Valley Church -Ready Set School -Rollingstone Cenex -Rushford-Peterson Schools -St. Charles Borromeo Church -St. Charles Public Schools -Saint Croix -Saint Mary’s University of MN -Sandbar Storytelling Festival -Semcac -Sheltering Arms Foundation -Southern MN Initiative Foundation -Southeast Minnesota Together |
-The Joy Labs
-UCare of Minnesota -Wabasha County Public Health -Welcoming America -Winona Afghan Support Network -Winona Area Ambulance Service -Winona Area Chamber of Commerce -Winona Area Public Schools -Winona Family YMCA -Winona Community Foundation -Winona County -Winona County CJCC -Winona County Historical Society -Winona County PartnerSHIP -Winona Foundation -Winona Health -Winona HRA -Winona Human Rights Commission -Winona Public Defender’s Office -Winona Sheltering Network -Winona State University -Winona Volunteer Services -WNB Financial -Women’s Foundation of Minnesota |
Partner Feedback
2024 Satisfaction Survey Comments:
I am grateful for everything that Project FINE has done for me and my family
Staff have always been great to me, even outside of business hours, thank you for always helping me
I want to thank Project FINE staff for all they do for the community, I love Winona and everything it has to offer
Project FINE interpreters are the best and very appreciated for their professionalism and courtesy.
-Language Services Survey Respondent
You all do a WONDERFUL job and it's a pleasure to work with you! The Project FINE staff are very nice, polite, professional and friendly. Love what you bring to the community!
-Language Services Survey Respondent
You have been like my guardian angels, because you have been there for our family when we needed you the most, I am really really thankful for all you have done.
-Virginia, Project FINE Client
The Minnesota Nonprofit Excellence Award is based upon broad principles and detailed practices that set the bar at a high level. Project FINE’s Board of Directors and staff have purposely aligned with the principles and practices and with other accountability standards, demonstrating overall excellence. Fatima Said, the Project FINE board, staff, volunteers, participants and community can be justifiably proud of Project FINE’s achievements, and the organization’s warm and enlightening presence in Winona and surrounding area.
-MAP for Nonprofits and Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, Nonprofit Excellence Award Co-Sponsors
It was an eye opening experience to have Project FINE and their team present information on Immigrants to our community. Hearing from those who have experienced our culture and learning how we can build a bridge to understanding their culture was very thought provoking. Simple things like shaking hands, eye contact, and gender roles when in meetings. Our time with Project FINE was worth the investment and we have made changes in how we can create a positive experience for our immigrant customers so that they can start to build trust with our people and our business.
-Kristine E. Valk, Vice President - Training Director, Merchants Bank
I wish that all clients that we represent in their immigration cases were able to receive the same kind of dedicated and professional support as the clients who have been referred to us by Project Fine. Project Fine is an invaluable resource not only to the immigrant community it serves, but to the social service provider community as well.
-Selena Britzius-Negash, Esq., Program Director, Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota
"Our nation has much to learn from Project FINE’s groundbreaking work to bring together immigrants and the broader, receiving community. Welcoming America has been delighted to feature Project FINE in its national webinar series this year and to see Executive Director Fatima Said honored as a Welcoming America Champion of Change by the White House. Project FINE and Fatima help remind us all that we create stronger, more vibrant communities when we continue to welcome immigrants."
-David Lubell, Founding Executive Director, Welcoming America
It was a pleasure working with Project FINE and learning more about the great work of your organization. Project FINE completed the Accountability Wizard at record speed with almost all standards met from the time of the initial review - you should be proud of the work you’ve done to get your organization where it is!
-Jenna Forner, (Former) Nonprofit Services Coordinator, Charities Review Council
I have nothing but positive things to say about Project FINE. I was able to get my Drivers License and employment through them. I’m not sure where to get the services if there is no Project FINE. I am so thankful to them.
-Cha Lee, Project FINE Client
Project FINE professionally and skillfully conducted [diversity training] three times for us for a very reasonable fee. A diverse group taught the employees cultural awareness through facts, activities, and personal stories. We are grateful that Project FINE was so willing and able to bring this important training and awareness to the employees of the courts, so they are better equipped to serve the public.
-Sara Daley, (Former) Human Resources Coordinator, Third Judicial District, Winona County
I came to Winona in 1991 with little English skills. When Project FINE came into the picture, everything was easier. Project FINE provided interpreters to make sure we completely understood everything. They helped me to look for a job, with English classes, information on benefits and many other programs. With Project FINE’s help, I’m looking forward to becoming a U.S. Citizen this summer or fall. I’m also looking forward to buying a house. Project FINE has been a great asset to me and my family.
-Yer Xiong, Project FINE client
Because of Project FINE and its staff or professional interpreters, the City of St. Charles was not only able to provide effective relief services to flood and fire victims, but we were also able to truly understand the needs of our residents. Project FINE continues to serve as an invaluable organization within Winona County by helping to connect residents to services and people dedicated to providing the quality of life that we all have come to expect.
-Nick Koverman, City Administrator, City of St. Charles
Project FINE interpreters are the BEST; they assist Winona County Financial Workers with coordinating and communicating with non-English speaking individuals regarding public assistance programs. Without the interpreters’ valuable skills, we would not be able to meet the needs of our clients.
-Jacki, Peggy, Cindy and Christi, Winona County Department of Human Services
Project FINE has helped me get my citizenship by helping me study at their office. Citizenship means that I’m American and that’s good! I have prayed for my citizenship, so I can be a missionary and help other people.
-Nou Hang, Project FINE client
I am really grateful for all the help that has been given to me (by Project FINE) … I don’t have the words; only thank you.
- Project FINE client
Project FINE has worked to meet a defined and important need in our community. We are fortunate to have a strong partnership with Project FINE that assists our clients and patients to ensure a specific healthcare needs are met. This is a value for all involved.
-Rachelle Schultz, President and CEO, Winona Health
Project FINE has worked to strengthen the cultural understanding within our faculty, staff and students at Southeast Tech. Fatima and her staff have been committed to helping us learn as much as we can about the people in our communities. By learning more about each other, we all gain a better understanding and become more inclusive.
-Nate Emerson, (Former) Vice President, MN State College-Southeast Technical
Project FINE continues to do exceptional work in the community and make our growing diversity an asset, not a liability.
-Eric Sorensen, (Former) City Manager, City of Winona
I am grateful for everything that Project FINE has done for me and my family
Staff have always been great to me, even outside of business hours, thank you for always helping me
I want to thank Project FINE staff for all they do for the community, I love Winona and everything it has to offer
Project FINE interpreters are the best and very appreciated for their professionalism and courtesy.
-Language Services Survey Respondent
You all do a WONDERFUL job and it's a pleasure to work with you! The Project FINE staff are very nice, polite, professional and friendly. Love what you bring to the community!
-Language Services Survey Respondent
You have been like my guardian angels, because you have been there for our family when we needed you the most, I am really really thankful for all you have done.
-Virginia, Project FINE Client
The Minnesota Nonprofit Excellence Award is based upon broad principles and detailed practices that set the bar at a high level. Project FINE’s Board of Directors and staff have purposely aligned with the principles and practices and with other accountability standards, demonstrating overall excellence. Fatima Said, the Project FINE board, staff, volunteers, participants and community can be justifiably proud of Project FINE’s achievements, and the organization’s warm and enlightening presence in Winona and surrounding area.
-MAP for Nonprofits and Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, Nonprofit Excellence Award Co-Sponsors
It was an eye opening experience to have Project FINE and their team present information on Immigrants to our community. Hearing from those who have experienced our culture and learning how we can build a bridge to understanding their culture was very thought provoking. Simple things like shaking hands, eye contact, and gender roles when in meetings. Our time with Project FINE was worth the investment and we have made changes in how we can create a positive experience for our immigrant customers so that they can start to build trust with our people and our business.
-Kristine E. Valk, Vice President - Training Director, Merchants Bank
I wish that all clients that we represent in their immigration cases were able to receive the same kind of dedicated and professional support as the clients who have been referred to us by Project Fine. Project Fine is an invaluable resource not only to the immigrant community it serves, but to the social service provider community as well.
-Selena Britzius-Negash, Esq., Program Director, Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota
"Our nation has much to learn from Project FINE’s groundbreaking work to bring together immigrants and the broader, receiving community. Welcoming America has been delighted to feature Project FINE in its national webinar series this year and to see Executive Director Fatima Said honored as a Welcoming America Champion of Change by the White House. Project FINE and Fatima help remind us all that we create stronger, more vibrant communities when we continue to welcome immigrants."
-David Lubell, Founding Executive Director, Welcoming America
It was a pleasure working with Project FINE and learning more about the great work of your organization. Project FINE completed the Accountability Wizard at record speed with almost all standards met from the time of the initial review - you should be proud of the work you’ve done to get your organization where it is!
-Jenna Forner, (Former) Nonprofit Services Coordinator, Charities Review Council
I have nothing but positive things to say about Project FINE. I was able to get my Drivers License and employment through them. I’m not sure where to get the services if there is no Project FINE. I am so thankful to them.
-Cha Lee, Project FINE Client
Project FINE professionally and skillfully conducted [diversity training] three times for us for a very reasonable fee. A diverse group taught the employees cultural awareness through facts, activities, and personal stories. We are grateful that Project FINE was so willing and able to bring this important training and awareness to the employees of the courts, so they are better equipped to serve the public.
-Sara Daley, (Former) Human Resources Coordinator, Third Judicial District, Winona County
I came to Winona in 1991 with little English skills. When Project FINE came into the picture, everything was easier. Project FINE provided interpreters to make sure we completely understood everything. They helped me to look for a job, with English classes, information on benefits and many other programs. With Project FINE’s help, I’m looking forward to becoming a U.S. Citizen this summer or fall. I’m also looking forward to buying a house. Project FINE has been a great asset to me and my family.
-Yer Xiong, Project FINE client
Because of Project FINE and its staff or professional interpreters, the City of St. Charles was not only able to provide effective relief services to flood and fire victims, but we were also able to truly understand the needs of our residents. Project FINE continues to serve as an invaluable organization within Winona County by helping to connect residents to services and people dedicated to providing the quality of life that we all have come to expect.
-Nick Koverman, City Administrator, City of St. Charles
Project FINE interpreters are the BEST; they assist Winona County Financial Workers with coordinating and communicating with non-English speaking individuals regarding public assistance programs. Without the interpreters’ valuable skills, we would not be able to meet the needs of our clients.
-Jacki, Peggy, Cindy and Christi, Winona County Department of Human Services
Project FINE has helped me get my citizenship by helping me study at their office. Citizenship means that I’m American and that’s good! I have prayed for my citizenship, so I can be a missionary and help other people.
-Nou Hang, Project FINE client
I am really grateful for all the help that has been given to me (by Project FINE) … I don’t have the words; only thank you.
- Project FINE client
Project FINE has worked to meet a defined and important need in our community. We are fortunate to have a strong partnership with Project FINE that assists our clients and patients to ensure a specific healthcare needs are met. This is a value for all involved.
-Rachelle Schultz, President and CEO, Winona Health
Project FINE has worked to strengthen the cultural understanding within our faculty, staff and students at Southeast Tech. Fatima and her staff have been committed to helping us learn as much as we can about the people in our communities. By learning more about each other, we all gain a better understanding and become more inclusive.
-Nate Emerson, (Former) Vice President, MN State College-Southeast Technical
Project FINE continues to do exceptional work in the community and make our growing diversity an asset, not a liability.
-Eric Sorensen, (Former) City Manager, City of Winona
