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We are a non-profit organization that works with families and communities to build affordable housing in Aitkin County. We do new home builds, home repairs, community benefit projects and youth builds. We partner with other non-profits, churches, businesses, individuals and all segments of the community.We are now raising about $75,000 more to build a new home in Aitkin in 2020. You can contribute to us by donating your recycled aluminum cans at Paulbeck's in Aitkin. We also accept your used items that we sell to raise money to build homes. We accept appliances and furniture in very good condition and neutral colors, and new building materials. Call about other items you wish to donate.

The mission of the Housing Authority of Aitkin County is to promote decent, safe, and affordable housing and economic opportunity to low-income families. We are committed to assisting low-income families with incomes below 80% of area median, adjusted for family size.

We recognize that people look for God in many ways. Whether you visit in person or online, we hope you discover something here to encourage you in your spiritual journey. Here’s more info about United Methodist beliefs and if you are new to The United Methodist Church, here’s a great place to get to know us. Visit Church Site

Veterans serving Veterans.  Open Monday - Saturday.  Pull Tabs.  Delicious dinners served the 1st Friday of every month.

With God’s love we embrace one another, our neighbors, and all creation.

Welcoming all to Jesus Christ through intergenerational worship, Christian Education, local...

Long Lake is the flagship of the Aitkin County Park's system.   We are open to the public for adult and family classes, community programming, and access to mile of hiking and ski trails.  Contract us to host a special event, retreat, or group getaway.  There is something to see, do, and learn at Long Lake!

The Northern Lakes Youth Hockey Association supports and serves youth in the communities of Aitkin, Backus, Breezy Point, Crosby, Crosslake, Deerwood, Ironton, Jenkins, Pequot Lakes and Pine River.

The Northern Lakes Youth Hockey Association works to promote a fun, fair, and safe environment that maximizes participation and improves players' skills while developing sportsmanship, teamwork and self-confidence. These actions will result in a tradition of excellence at the highest level possible, including the high school level as player’s transition from the NLYHA to the next level of play.

Welcome to St. John's Lutheran Church. At St. John's, we want to help you know God better, feel a sense of belonging by building meaningful relationships, and to be encouraged to thrive with a more productive and meaningful life. ..