News and Updates

KARE 11's Foodie Finds: Green Garden Bakery
George Family Foundation grantee-partner Green Garden Bakery is on a mission to change the world—one veggie-infused baked good at a time.

A Full Circle Y Story: Tricia’s Journey of Family, Inclusion & Growth at the YMCA
Tricia’s YMCA story is a testament to the power of community, connection, and well-being. From her stepdaughter Nevaeh growing up in Y programs to her own career in early childhood education, Tricia’s journey has come full circle.

Minnesota is a refuge for trans health care. The Midwest Trans Health Education Network is working to keep up with demand.
The Midwest Trans Health Education Network has trained about 50 health care providers from all over the region, including in rural areas. Over eight virtual sessions, they prepare members of each cohort to be able to take care of trans patients.

GFF Grantee Partner Family Tree Clinic is Seeing Rise in Gender-Affirming Care in Minnesota
People are flocking to Minnesota as a trans refuge. Providers like Family Tree Clinic are struggling to meet the demand.

Faces of Minneapolis Saint Paul 2023 Names YMCA as Face of Wellbeing
YMCA of the North - George Wellbeing’s Penny George, Michelle Edgerton, and Sally St. John are featured in Mpls.St.Paul Magazine’s Faces of Minneapolis Saint Paul Minnesota 2023.

"Authentic" is the Merriam-Webster 2023 word of the year
Merriam-Webster has announced "authentic" as its word of the year for 2023. As this article in Inc. calls out, “Being authentic is crucial, especially in leadership and human interaction. Unfortunately, sometimes, we choose to hide our true selves to achieve a specific outcome. We wear a mask and try to impress others by working the room.”

Power couple Penny and Bill George believe in doing 'a force of good in the world'
The Georges are among the Minnesota humanitarians who use their talents and treasure to address stubborn social challenges. Before an early fall bike ride, the couple sat down with the Star Tribune to talk about their upbringing, crucibles and hopes.