Great Northern Services

Dunsmuir Commodities Distribution
2018-11-28 14:00 - 15:00, 2018-09-26 13:30 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Dunsmuir Community Resource Center, 5840 Dunsmuir Avenue, Dunsmuir, CA, 96025, United States
USDA Commodities are being distributed for residents of Dunsmuir. Participation is easy! These distributions of shelf-stable staples are a way for low-income households to supplement their diet, perhaps freeing up some funds for other expenses such as fresh vegetables, bills, etc. All USDA foods are domestically grown and are offered as one of USDA’s methods of supporting farmers.
See the full list of distribution sites & dates as well as income guidelines and downloadable Alternate Pickup Forms.

Dorris & Macdoel Commodities Distribution
2018-11-08 12:30 - 14:30, 2018-09-13 12:30 - 14:30 | Butte Valley Community Park
USDA Commodities are being distributed for residents of Dorris & Macdoel. Participation is easy! These distributions of shelf-stable staples are a way for low-income households to supplement their diet, perhaps freeing up some funds for other expenses such as fresh vegetables, bills, etc. All USDA foods are domestically grown and are offered as one of USDA’s methods of supporting farmers.
See the full list of distribution sites & dates as well as income guidelines and downloadable Alternate Pickup Forms.

2018 Career Technical Education Business and Industry Input Night
2018-11-07 17:30 - 20:00 | Etna High School, 400 Howell Ave, Etna, CA, 96027, United States
A dedicated team (including a professional strategic planning facilitator) will be listening to and recording the dreams and aspirations of local employers and educators. The idea is to work together to create learning situations where people of all ages and abilities can gain skills that are needed locally. We have over 70 attendees and we’re specifically looking for more business owners who are interested in relaying their hiring needs for the next five years. Can you come eat free trip-tip and share your insights?
For more information & to RSVP

Big Springs Commodities Distribution
2018-10-24 14:00 - 16:00, 2018-08-22 14:00 - 16:00 | Mayten Fire Hall, 7427 County Hwy A12, Montague, CA, 96064, United States
USDA Commodities are being distributed for residents of Big Springs. Participation is easy! These distributions of shelf-stable staples are a way for low-income households to supplement their diet, perhaps freeing up some funds for other expenses such as fresh vegetables, bills, etc. All USDA foods are domestically grown and are offered as one of USDA’s methods of supporting farmers.
See the full list of distribution sites & dates as well as income guidelines and downloadable Alternate Pickup Forms.

Greenview Commodities Distribution
2018-10-05 10:00 - 11:30, 2018-08-03 10:00 - 11:30 | Valley Oaks Senior Center
USDA Commodities are being distributed for residents of Greenview. Participation is easy! These distributions of shelf-stable staples are a way for low-income households to supplement their diet, perhaps freeing up some funds for other expenses such as fresh vegetables, bills, etc. All USDA foods are domestically grown and are offered as one of USDA’s methods of supporting farmers.
See the full list of distribution sites & dates as well as income guidelines and downloadable Alternate Pickup Forms.

Fort Jones Commodities Distribution
2018-10-04 15:00 - 17:00, 2018-08-02 15:00 - 17:00 | Scott Valley Family Resource Center, 11920 Main Street, Fort Jones, CA, United States
USDA Commodities are being distributed for residents of Fort Jones. Participation is easy! These distributions of shelf-stable staples are a way for low-income households to supplement their diet, perhaps freeing up some funds for other expenses such as fresh vegetables, bills, etc. All USDA foods are domestically grown and are offered as one of USDA’s methods of supporting farmers.
See the full list of distribution sites & dates as well as income guidelines and downloadable Alternate Pickup Forms.

Etna Commodities Distribution
2018-10-04 14:00 - 16:00, 2018-08-02 14:00 - 16:00 | Etna City Hall, Etna, CA, United States
USDA Commodities are being distributed for residents of Etna. Participation is easy! These distributions of shelf-stable staples are a way for low-income households to supplement their diet, perhaps freeing up some funds for other expenses such as fresh vegetables, bills, etc. All USDA foods are domestically grown and are offered as one of USDA’s methods of supporting farmers.
See the full list of distribution sites & dates as well as income guidelines and downloadable Alternate Pickup Forms.

Gazelle Commodities Distribution
2018-10-04 10:00 - 11:00, 2018-08-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Gazelle, 18425 Old Hwy 99, Gazelle, CA, United States
USDA Commodities are being distributed for residents of Gazelle. Participation is easy! These distributions of shelf-stable staples are a way for low-income households to supplement their diet, perhaps freeing up some funds for other expenses such as fresh vegetables, bills, etc. All USDA foods are domestically grown and are offered as one of USDA’s methods of supporting farmers.
See the full list of distribution sites & dates as well as income guidelines and downloadable Alternate Pickup Forms.

Announced: Loans available for small businesses
2018-09-24
The Gifted Horse Lodge in Fort Jones was approved for a RMAP loan in April, 2015 to relocate and expand their retail/deli business.Photo credit: Jeri Rangel
(As announced in the Siskiyou Daily News on Monday, September 24, 2018 and in the Mt. Shasta Area Papers on Wednesday, September 26, 2018.)
Great Northern Services (GNS) announces an award from the USDA Rural Micro-enterprise Assistance Program (RMAP) of a $375,000 loan to capitalize a revolving loan fund. This is the second time GNS has been granted RMAP funding and the money will help strengthen, expand, or create small businesses in Siskiyou County. Past recipients of these loans have included The Gifted Horse Lodge, Shasta Valley Pest Control, and Enjoy Weed.
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Announced: Banner Bank Hosting Food Drive
2018-09-14
Mount Shasta Banner Bank manager Sheryle Neukirch, Banner Bank Vice President Heather Weldon, Great Northern’s Heather Solus, and Great Northern Executive Director Marie-Josee Wells stand next to food donated in the 2017 food drive. This year’s food drive will run through the month. Donations can be dropped off at any Banner Bank branch in the county.
As announced in the Siskiyou Daily News on Friday, September 14th.
Banner Bank is holding their annual Fall Family Food Drive, which helps support Great Northern Services’ Emergency Food program.
Siskiyou County Banner Bank locations are raising money and accepting donations of food at all three locations (Yreka, Greenview and Mount Shasta) through September 28.

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Newsletter: People Matter • Volume 2, Issue 3
2018-09-06
Marie-Josée Wells, right, is the new executive director for Great Northern Services following the retirement of Bonnie Kubowitz, left.
Featuring: Recent Leadership Change at Great Northern Services • Tailgate Produce Party Series • Summer Lunch Wrap-up • On-going Gifts Make a Big Impact Over Time
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Montague Commodities Distribution
2018-08-23 09:30 - 11:00 | Methodist Church, 120 S 12th St, Montague, 96064, United States
USDA Commodities are being distributed for residents of Montague. Participation is easy! These distributions of shelf-stable staples are a way for low-income households to supplement their diet, perhaps freeing up some funds for other expenses such as fresh vegetables, bills, etc. All USDA foods are domestically grown and are offered as one of USDA’s methods of supporting farmers.
See the full list of distribution sites & dates as well as income guidelines and downloadable Alternate Pickup Forms.

Yreka Commodities Distribution
2018-08-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Yreka Community Resource Center, 201 S. Broadway, Yreka, CA, 96097, United States
USDA Commodities are being distributed for residents of Yreka. Participation is easy! These distributions of shelf-stable staples are a way for low-income households to supplement their diet, perhaps freeing up some funds for other expenses such as fresh vegetables, bills, etc. All USDA foods are domestically grown and are offered as one of USDA’s methods of supporting farmers.
See the full list of distribution sites & dates as well as income guidelines and downloadable Alternate Pickup Forms.

Dorris Tailgate Produce Party
2018-08-21 13:00 - 14:00 | Butte Valley Community Park
Siskiyou County residents who income qualify can select free, fresh produce for their households. Built on a “Donate Don’t Dump” Foodlink program and locally administered by Great Northern Services (GNS), Tailgate Produce Parties bring a semi-truck full of fresh produce for free distribution to four Siskiyou County locations every month from May through October.
Income eligibility requirements are not as restrictive as people sometimes think. For instance, a household of one person may have a maximum gross monthly income of $1,507.50, and a household of four people may have a maximum gross monthly household income of $3,037.50. Participants self-certify their eligibility and are encouraged to bring their own reusable bags.
It doesn’t matter where in Siskiyou County participants live, if you income qualify, we invite you to come to every Tailgate Produce Party we host!
Income guidelines, other locations, and more info.

Weed Tailgate Produce Party
2018-08-21 11:00 - 12:30 | GNS Storage Facility, 310 Boles St, Weed, CA, 96094, United States

Happy Camp Commodities Distribution
2018-08-17 14:00 - 15:30 | Happy Camp Community Center, 38 Parkway Road, Happy Camp, CA, 96039, United States
USDA Commodities are being distributed for residents of Happy Camp. Participation is easy! These distributions of shelf-stable staples are a way for low-income households to supplement their diet, perhaps freeing up some funds for other expenses such as fresh vegetables, bills, etc. All USDA foods are domestically grown and are offered as one of USDA’s methods of supporting farmers.
See the full list of distribution sites & dates as well as income guidelines and downloadable Alternate Pickup Forms.

Seiad Valley Commodities Distribution
2018-08-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Seiad Valley Fire Department, 44601 CA-96, Seiad Valley, CA, 96086, United States
USDA Commodities are being distributed for residents of Seiad Valley. Participation is easy! These distributions of shelf-stable staples are a way for low-income households to supplement their diet, perhaps freeing up some funds for other expenses such as fresh vegetables, bills, etc. All USDA foods are domestically grown and are offered as one of USDA’s methods of supporting farmers.
See the full list of distribution sites & dates as well as income guidelines and downloadable Alternate Pickup Forms.

Horse Creek Commodities Distribution
2018-08-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Horse Creek Community Church, 28836 CA-96, Horse Creek, CA, 96050, United States
USDA Commodities are being distributed for residents of Horse Creek. Participation is easy! These distributions of shelf-stable staples are a way for low-income households to supplement their diet, perhaps freeing up some funds for other expenses such as fresh vegetables, bills, etc. All USDA foods are domestically grown and are offered as one of USDA’s methods of supporting farmers.
See the full list of distribution sites & dates as well as income guidelines and downloadable Alternate Pickup Forms.

Klamath River Commodities Distribution
2018-08-16 13:00 - 14:30 | Klamath River Community Center
USDA Commodities are being distributed for residents of Klamath River. Participation is easy! These distributions of shelf-stable staples are a way for low-income households to supplement their diet, perhaps freeing up some funds for other expenses such as fresh vegetables, bills, etc. All USDA foods are domestically grown and are offered as one of USDA’s methods of supporting farmers.
See the full list of distribution sites & dates as well as income guidelines and downloadable Alternate Pickup Forms.

Greenview Tailgate Produce Party
2018-08-14 13:00 - 14:00 | Greenview, 6655 N. Highway 3, Greenview, CA, 96037, United States

Yreka Tailgate Produce Party
2018-08-14 11:00 - 12:30 | Siskiyou Opportunity Center, 321 N Gold St, Yreka, CA, 96097, United States

In The News: Summer Lunch Program
2018-08-08
As published in the Mt. Shasta Area Newspapers on Wednesday, August 8th, 2018. Download a pdf of the article: “Free lunch program….”

Mt. Shasta Commodities Distribution
2018-07-25 14:00 - 16:00 | St. Barnabas Church, 701 Lassen Lane, Mt. Shasta, CA, 96067, United States
USDA Commodities are being distributed for residents of Mt. Shasta. Participation is easy! These distributions of shelf-stable staples are a way for low-income households to supplement their diet, perhaps freeing up some funds for other expenses such as fresh vegetables, bills, etc. All USDA foods are domestically grown and are offered as one of USDA’s methods of supporting farmers.
See the full list of distribution sites & dates as well as income guidelines and downloadable Alternate Pickup Forms.
