(As published in the Mt. Shasta Area Newspapers, Wednesday, July 4th, 2018. ) Great Northern Services is celebrating the many accomplishments of Bonnie Kubowitz as she retires from her nine-year stint as executive director of the local nonprofit. Marie-Josée Wells, who has been with Great … [Read more...] about Great Northern Services announces leadership change
Free Summer Lunch program for kids begins again
(As announced in the Mt. Shasta Area News on Wednesday, June 13th) All children from our community are invited to enjoy free lunches again this summer through the Great Northern Services’ Summer Lunch program. Kids can find healthy meals, fun activities, and a chance to see their friends at nine … [Read more...] about Free Summer Lunch program for kids begins again
Butteville Student Art Piece sells from GNS Community Room
(As announced in the Mt. Shasta Area Newspapers on May 23rd, 2018) A work of art created by Butteville Elementary School students on display at Great Northern Services (GNS) recently sold to a private collector. The Deer Skull Lamp-- a project created in 2017 by Chet Kyle’s 4th grade class—was … [Read more...] about Butteville Student Art Piece sells from GNS Community Room
Energy Assistance is available for more residents of Siskiyou County
(As announced in the Siskiyou Daily News on May 8th, 2018 and the Mt. Shasta Area Newspapers on May 16th, 2016) Due to changes in state regulations this year, Great Northern Services has more funding available for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). “In the first quarter of … [Read more...] about Energy Assistance is available for more residents of Siskiyou County
Mt. Shasta Fresh: free produce enrollment opening May 7th!
Enrollment in this season’s Mt. Shasta Fresh program opens Monday, May 7th. The program makes fresh fruits and vegetables available for free to income-eligible Mount Shasta City residents during the summer months. Made possible by the city’s Community Development Block Grant funding, Mt. Shasta … [Read more...] about Mt. Shasta Fresh: free produce enrollment opening May 7th!
Free produce tailgate parties returning
(As announced in Mt. Shasta Area Newspapers, Wednesday, May 2nd, 2018) Tailgate Produce Parties return to Siskiyou County starting on May 8th. This popular program allows residents who income qualify to select free, fresh produce for their households. Built on a “Donate Don’t Dump” Foodlink … [Read more...] about Free produce tailgate parties returning
People Matter • Volume 2, Issue 2
Good news for people who care about people and community... Subscribe to our email newsletter Commodities Distribution Down River: Volunteers Make the Difference Great Northern Services is designated by the State of California and the Siskiyou County Board of Supervisors to distribute … [Read more...] about People Matter • Volume 2, Issue 2
Finding the right solution for a difficult situation
Our Weatherization Team is just finishing up a job for Jason and Mike—two wonderful clients who are enjoying a new, safe and reliable heat source and whose home has been sealed up tight so all that lovely heat isn’t escaping. “I would say the weatherization was beyond successful,” said Jason, “It … [Read more...] about Finding the right solution for a difficult situation
Profile in Caring: Terri Mazingo
GNS Board Member Terri Mazingo has a passion for helping people. As a Real Estate Investor and a California Licensed Real Estate Broker she’s helped countless people realize their dream of home ownership in Siskiyou County and around the state. As a board member at Great Northern Services since … [Read more...] about Profile in Caring: Terri Mazingo