Everyday Minnesotans. Extraordinary Care. At the recent Upstream Celebration, we gathered with Minnesotans from across the state who share a simple but powerful belief: when we care for our home, we shape a better future together. 💙 This year’s Unsung Caretakers reminded us that stewardship takes many forms, from city leadership and innovation to… Read More →
Upstream Partner CentraCare is the largest healthcare system in central and western Minnesota. Their purpose statement begins with the words, “We’re Here for Your Whole Life”, and is intentional about the ways they engage with and care for the natural places where they work. CentraCare understands how important nature is to public health. “We’re purposeful… Read More →
Since 1919, Jefferson Lines has been connecting people to places across Minnesota and beyond through intercity bus transportation – the most sustainable mode of long distance travel. Today the Jefferson regional network directly serves 170 communities across 14 states, with Minnesota as its home base. With a fleet of 56 buses, Jefferson and their nearly… Read More →
Ecolab employees take the company value of protecting people and vital resources seriously. Their love and care for Minnesota is demonstrated in many ways, from using cutting edge science and engineering to clean and protect our communities to volunteering in their community to support their neighbors. For over 10 years, 30 Ecolab employees at their… Read More →
At Upstream, we believe caring for Minnesota begins with the people who care for the places around them, consistently, and without need for recognition. Bill Newman and Steve Waderich embody this spirit of stewardship through their deep commitment to both people and place. Their stories remind us that caring for Minnesota means finding common ground,… Read More →
In every corner of Minnesota, people are caring for the land and their communities, people whose everyday acts of stewardship ripple outward, inspiring connection, care, and hope. We’re thrilled to celebrate two such remarkable Minnesotans: Laura Adrian and Deb Griffith, both of whom embody what it means to care deeply for our natural places and… Read More →
Early giving opens November 1! Join us anytime from November 1–21 by giving to Upstream this giving season and help show that stewardship creates unity. What do a child skipping rocks in Duluth, a farmer in Fergus Falls, and a family hiking in the Twin Cities have in common? A love for Minnesota’s natural places.… Read More →
Thanksgiving is more than a holiday, it’s a moment to pause, reflect, and celebrate the things that truly matter. In Minnesota, gratitude is a shared value that transcends politics, backgrounds, and geography. Whether you’re in the heart of the Twin Cities, a suburb by the lake, or in a small town surrounded by prairies, the… Read More →
Minnesota has always been a state defined by community, care, and connection. While Give to the Max Day is best known for encouraging charitable donations, generosity takes many forms beyond dollars. Every day, Minnesotans demonstrate environmental stewardship and civic care through acts of time, skills, kindness, and community support, showing that giving back is about… Read More →
Every November, Minnesotans come together for one of the most inspiring traditions in our state, Give to the Max Day. It’s a day when thousands of us across Minnesota support the causes we love, proving that when we give back, we strengthen not only our nonprofits, but the civic fabric that holds us all together.… Read More →
As Minnesotans, we know how to prepare for winter. We pull out our boots, stack wood for the fireplace, and make sure the car’s emergency kit is ready. But beyond our personal checklists, there’s a deeper kind of preparation that matters just as much: caring for the land, air, and water that sustain us all.… Read More →
The Minnesota State Fair isn’t just about deep-fried treats and Midway rides, it’s also a golden opportunity to show how much you care for our shared home. Every action, from how you travel to the fair to how you dispose of your lemonade cup, can be a chance to practice stewardship and inspire others to… Read More →
