HFC in the News

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  • St. Paul club offers 'a lot of fun stuff' for people with developmental disabilities

    By Katy Read, The Minnesota Star Tribune

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  • Joe Mauer builds bonds with members of Highland Friendship Club

    By Marielle Mohs & Ren Clayton, WCCO

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  • The Kindness of Strangers: podcast episode 442, It's Going to Be OK

    By Nora McInerny, It’s Going to Be OK podcast

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  • For some people with disabilities, the 'party' stopped 19 years ago

    By Laura Yuen, The Minnesota Star Tribune

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  • Highland Friendship Club sinks roots in Falcon Heights

    By Anne Holzman, Park Bugle

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Out and About with HFC

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It’s Thank You Thursday! So many people contribute to the success of HFC, and we’d like to take a moment to thank them. Today, we’re shining a spotlight on the Highland Park Turkey Trot and everyone who played a part—runners,
Happy Monday! On Mondays, we highlight an important person from Highland Friendship Club. We call it “Member Monday” which includes HFC members, volunteers, staff, caregivers, board members, and supporters. All these people are an importa
Happy Monday! Every Monday, we like to highlight an important person from Highland Friendship Club. We call it “Member Monday,” which includes HFC members, volunteers, staff, caregivers, board members, and supporters. All these people are
HFC loves working with @swimpossible2019 to create a fun and engaging experience in the water! As SwimPossible puts it: "We are excited to be working with HFC to provide an opportunity for participants to have fun in the water. It is wonderful
A few weeks ago, reporter Anne Holzman stopped by HFC’s Arts + Crafts program for a Monday night of creativity and community! 🎨✨ Check out the article “Highland Friendship Club Sinks Roots in Falcon Heights,” featuring insights fro
At Highland Friendship Club, we are so grateful for the dedication, patience, and support of all the caregivers who make it possible for our members to thrive. Whether you’re providing transportation, offering encouragement, or lending a helpin
✨ Thank You Thursday! ✨ Last week, we celebrated 10 amazing years of selling HFC member-made Valentine’s cards at @lundsandbyerlys Highland Bridge! ❤️ This journey started in 2016 when former HFC employee @bloomcarol partnered with L&B, and
GIVEAWAY! HFC is partnering with @theoshaughnessy at @stkates to give away 5 tickets to THIS WEEKEND’S performance of “The Sound of (Black) Music.” Event Date: Feb 22, 2025 Time: Doors: 7pm // Show: 7:30pm To enter, simply follow
It’s Thank You Thursday! So many people contribute to the success of HFC, and we’d like to take a moment to thank them. Today we are highlighting and thanking the Bald Eagle Lake Golf Association (BELGA) donors who host a tournament each
Visit Lunds & Byerlys Highland Bridge next week, February 13th and 14th (see pics for time) to buy Valentine cards! @lundsandbyerlys
Join HFC and @northernstarz_performingarts to participate in a theater program! Be a cast member in THE JUNGLE BOOK! Saturdays February 8 - April 12 1 - 3 pm HFC office Swipe for more information Sign up on regpack For questions reach out to Ho
Join Us for a Special Parent/Caregiver Meet & Greet Date: Thursday, January 23rd Time: 6 PM - 7:30 PM Location: HFC Office 1795 Holton St, Falcon Heights, MN 55113 HFC warmly invites parents and caregivers of HFC members to an evening of c

Real Voices, Real Connections

  • I look forward to the HFC monthly dance parties because we get to pick out songs and party!

    Josie Hernandez, HFC member

  • HFC has helped me to express myself both physically and emotionally. It gives me the opportunity to join in social activities and make new friends. Movie making has been one of my favorite activities because it's helped me grow as a person and become more confident.

    Steph, HFC member

  • HFC saved us. It really saved us. My son had lost his smile, and HFC brought it back.

    Katy Thuleen, HFC parent

  • HFC doesn’t just give you a calendar, they give you stuff to put ON it!

    Tanya Hagen, HFC member

  • The best part of HFC is seeing all the members, seeing them happy, seeing them grow, seeing them be the best version of themselves.

    Mason Ellingboe, HFC staff

  • I encourage everyone to attend one of HFC’s events; they will feel how special Highland Friendship Club is and how much this means—not just to the members, but to the families and community as a whole.

    Joe Mauer, HFC supporter

  • I find our members to be warm, engaged and full of love. There is a lot of joy in them. It makes me feel good to be around them. And the staff are all top notch.  They are warm, compassionate and welcoming.

    Jerry Helfand, HFC volunteer

  • My favorite part about HFC is the friends that I've made, the staff, and the volunteers who help out.

    Emily Colaizy, HFC member

  • I love HFC because I get to be with my friends and go on adventures! I also love music and drumming class. I feel lucky that my two brothers can take me and be with me for all the fun!

    Sam, HFC member

  • HFC has been a great experience for David, especially to be able to continue seeing his friends via Zoom during Covid and while recovering from his surgeries.

    Paul Bender, HFC parent

  • HFC has given me new confidence, and I really have made new friends that I’ve had for years and years. At HFC I am loved and I feel like I’m the best person in the world!

    Joel, HFC member

  • I like HFC because they have a lot of other members with disabilities and the staff are really nice. They're so funny.

    Hanna Bolstrom, HFC member

  • I have been in HFC since I was a teenager. I was one of the youngest members. In the beginning there weren't as many members as we have now. I am glad that we keep new members! What I like best about HFC are the instructors. They always make me feel welcomed. They help me when I need help and encourage me when I think I can't do something. They make each class fun by having us try new things!

    Michelle, HFC member

  • HFC has enhanced Tricia's life tremendously from teen years through transitioning to young adulthood. HFC has given us both a sense of belonging and helped Tricia with skills for living! Recently, Tricia was involved with a personal safety class. HFC addresses needs that parents often look for support with for their young adults. It's been wonderful.

    Anne, HFC parent

  • When I was little, my mom worried about my future, and if I would have friends and a social life... I could be busy all day, every day... HFC means I didn't spend my summer, or weekends isolated. It means getting out in the community, acceptance, trying and learning new things. It means having a social calendar that would be exhausting to most. Most of all, HFC means lifelong friendships!

    Angela, HFC member

  • Highland Friendship Club gives value to Andrew’s life; it gives him purpose and meaning.

    Rita Corrigan, HFC member mom

  • I've been a member of the Highland Friendship Club since 2004. Through HFC I've done things I couldn't have anywhere else like circus arts, movie making, cooking classes and beat boxing plus swimming, singing, bowling, parties, dances and retreats. And that's not counting many activities I haven't even tried yet!

    Charlie, HFC member

  • HFC you’re the best, you rock! HFC has helped me focus on some of my hobbies... I have met some cool people and great leaders. Some of my favorite programs are Glee Club, Tennis, Friday Night Fun, and cooking class. I love the field trips like the ball games too! And thank you HFC for all the fun times... it means the world to me!

    Kayla, HFC member

  • I love the activities and the people at HFC. Because of it, I had the chance to make friends like Jake. My favorite activity is cooking.

    Maria, HFC member

  • Highland Friendship Club is a lifeline to hundreds of young adults with disabilities. When I think of the daily experiences our members are provided, I realize how fortunate they are to experience enriching opportunities where they can grow and develop new and rewarding skills. Their days are spent with a community of people in an environment filled with joy, acceptance and mutual respect.

    Renee, HFC parent

  • HFC believes there are plenty of things in the world to discover. Mike can get out front and face things head on and gosh there is plenty for him to see, thanks to HFC!

    Tony, HFC sibling

  • My favorite thing to do with HFC is going to the fire station with friends.

    John, HFC member

Be the Reason a Smile Happens Today

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The Right Thing To Do

In this children’s book, Joe Schmit writes about Joe Mauer and the importance about kindness and inclusion. Part of the proceeds of book sales benefit HFC!