Minnesota Independence College and Community: Learn Skills. Experience Life.
  • Home
  • About
    • Mission, Vision, Values
    • Leadership
    • Board of Directors
    • Employment
  • Programs
    • MICC Summer
    • MICC College
    • MICC Careers
    • MICC Community
  • Admissions
    • Admissions Process
    • Program Cost
    • Request for Information
  • Spirit Shop
  • Support
    • Donate
    • Events >
      • Independence 5K
      • 2023 Gala
    • Volunteer
  • Connect
    • Blog
    • Participant & Family Portals >
      • CaseWorthy Portal
      • Social Portal

Now Announcing: Virtual Gala is ON!

3/13/2020

0 Comments

 
Picture
MICC takes the health and safety of our participants, families, staff, and guests seriously. As a result, yesterday we made the difficult decision to cancel our in-person event. We are now excited to unveil that through the hard work of our team and community, our 17th annual gala is now virtual! We are confident our community will rally behind us.

Countless hours have been devoted into making our gala successful through the support of numerous staff, families, and volunteers. We're now making it possible for our entire community to join us online and ensure our ability to provide lifelong learning and financial accessibility to individuals on the spectrum and with learning differences. We can't do this without your participation!

Virtual Gala: Schedule of Events

Friday, March 13
3:00 PM CDT Auction items and Fund-A-Need are LIVE online!

Saturday, March 14
6:30 PM CDT Facebook Live: Full Gala Program, Online Auctions, Fund-A-Need
8:00 PM CDT Online Auctions and Fund-A-Need Close

How do I participate?
There are three ways to get involved beginning Friday, March 13 at 3:00 PM CST through Saturday, March 14 at 8:00 PM CST
​
Bid
We have 150 incredible auction items - totaling over $50,000 plus priceless items - that are currently live for you to bid on including:
  • In-Home Scandinavian Dinner by Executive Chef Nicklas Frolander - Donated by Nicklas Frolander
  • Kenny Chesney: Chillaxification Tour VIP Experience - Donated by Friends of MICC
  • Beautiful Vacation Home in Manzanillo, Mexico - Donated by MICC Family, The Kentons
  • Florida Beach Home: Fort Meyers Beach - Donated by MICC Family, The Saveraids
  • Wall of Wine - Donated by Liquor Boy and the MICC Board of Directors


Watch 
The show will go on and we're streaming the entire gala program through a Facebook Watch Party starting at 6:30 PM CDT on Saturday, March 14. Gather your friends (in-person or via Facebook), put your costume on and share pictures with us via #MICCmasquerade. And make sure you're following us on Facebook and Instagram for updates and reminders throughout the day.

Donate
You are able to donate directly to our Fund-A-Need page at any time. Our goal is $300,000 and we have some incredibly generous matching donations, so your contribution is doubled up to $100,000.

If you have any questions, please contact our team by email or phone at 612-876-9405. We'll see you soon!
0 Comments

2020 MICC Masquerade Gala Update

3/12/2020

0 Comments

 
Picture
Friends of MICC,

MICC prides itself on being person-centered, inclusive and safe for our students, graduates and staff. We also hold this to be true, as we gather our community to celebrate at MICC's annual gala. Historically, we have had record crowds and high participation at the event and the funds generated helped us to live out our mission “to transform the lives of individuals and families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder and learning differences."

Over the past month we have been monitoring the growing concern over the COVID-19 virus and its devastating impact around the world. While the State of Minnesota has not yet issued a moratorium on large group gatherings we feel it is necessary to make a decision in the best interest of our guest safety. It is with a heavy heart that I inform you that the 2020 MICC Gala at The Depot has been cancelled. 

In light of the cancellation, we are working to quickly coordinate an online opportunity for you and others on Saturday. Stay tuned for how you can still participate in ways such as:
  • Live and Silent Auction: Items will be available online for bidding.
  • Fund A Need: Every year we ask for our community’s support through online giving, check, stock or donor advised fund. We hope you will join us and show your support by donating.
  • Social Media: Use the hashtag #MICCMasquerade to post photos showing your support of MICC in light of the situation. 
We look forward to your continued support!

Sincerely,
Amy Gudmestad
Executive Director
0 Comments

    Archives

    January 2023
    December 2022
    November 2022
    October 2022
    September 2022
    August 2022
    June 2022
    May 2022
    April 2022
    March 2022
    February 2022
    January 2022
    June 2021
    April 2021
    February 2021
    December 2020
    July 2020
    April 2020
    March 2020
    June 2019

    Categories

    All
    ASD
    Autism
    Best Practice
    Board Of Directors
    Careers
    COVID 19
    COVID-19
    Independence
    NDEAM
    Participant Of The Month
    Temple Grandin
    Walgreens
    World Market

    RSS Feed

Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
7501 LOGAN AVE S.  STE 2A   RICHFIELD, MN 55423 
PHONE (612) 869-4008 | FAX (612) 869-0443 | EIN 41-1814112

Effective, August 1, 2018, Minnesota Life College changed its name to MICC., pronounced ‘em’ ‘eye’ ‘see’ ‘see’.
​MICC stands for Minnesota Independence College and Community.

At MICC, the values of diversity, equity and inclusion are essential elements of our vibrant learning community. It is vital that everyone receives the tools to succeed and thrive regardless of neurodiversity, race, ethnicity, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status or any other identity. We are committed to embracing diverse perspectives and creating a supportive environment for all to discuss, challenge, and explore how we can continuously enrich the MICC community.