About Helping Hands 365
Helping Hands 365 is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization committed to creating positive change for our local community. We believe everyone deserves a helping hand in their time of need, no matter their circumstances. Guided by our bylaws and mission statement, we assist families in Central Minnesota by providing gifts during the holidays and assistance with food and other basic needs throughout the year. We support families during the holidays by providing presents for children and food, and offer additional food support and resource information upon request.
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Helping Hands 365 is a non-profit organization dedicated to making a positive impact in our community. We are guided by the By-Laws and Mission Statement established .Our team of volunteers works tirelessly to provide support and resources to those in need. Join us in our mission to spread kindness and compassion throughout the world!
Our Misson
We want to be a catalyst for positive change in our community. As a Non-Profit Organization, our purpose is to support families in need throughout the year. During the Holidays, we provide holiday gifts for children and grandchildren, ensuring that every child experiences the joy of the season. Additionally, we offer families additional food support and connect them with other resources if we cannot fulfill their requests. Join us in making a difference by donating or volunteering today.
Rose Albrecht
President
Rose has been working with families in the Central Minnesota area during the Holiday Season for the past 20 years. She brings all of that experience to her role as President of Helping Hands 365. Rose is passionately dedicated to leading the Helping Hands team to succeed in making sure that no child is forgotten during the Holiday Season along with food and essentials all year long
Brandon Farber
Vice President
Brandon grew up in Maple Lake, MN and then he attended college in River Falls Wisconsin. He moved to Litchfield in 2007, where he started working with Walmart and is still one of their wonderful managers. Brandon decided to get involved with the Meeker County Fair in 2015 to be able to give back to the community and has been there ever since. Brandon became a volunteer with Helping Hands 365 in 2023 then voted in to be vice chair January 2025.
Veronica Lensau
Treasurer
Veronica, has worked as a para at the Brainerd Lakes Schools for 15 years. She just retired in early 2025. She started helping with the Helping hands 365 Christmas program in 2019, then in 2021 was voted on as our treasurer. Veronica is very passionate in helping the community when and where she can. Her dream is to make sure that help is available when it is needed.
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Secretary
Looking for someone who has just a little time on their hands to do minutes and a few odd charts
Lori Kuhl
Volunteer Chair
Lori is a mom and grandma who is so passionate about making sure everyone has what they need, even if it means she has to go without. Lori is a member of several organizations in the area that help make things better for our community. She has joined our organization as a volunteer then was voted on the board late 2024. Lori's passion is to see others happy.
