Because of you, someone is living in a home where they are respected, valued, and celebrated. Because of you, people with mobility challenges can explore the world around them, going to work, volunteering, or simply enjoying life beyond their front door, supported with the equipment they need. Because of you, individuals with behavioral challenges have a safe, nurturing environment where they can grow, express themselves, and be met with patience and understanding. Because of you, individuals who are non-verbal can communicate and be heard through adaptive tools and caring staff. Because of you, families can breathe a little easier knowing their loved one is surrounded by people who see their strengths, honor their needs, and celebrate every achievement, big or small.
This year, as Home and Community Options celebrates 50 years of service, we’re reflecting on this milestone and the people like you who made it possible. For five decades, your generosity has helped us create homes of dignity, provide specialized medical and behavioral supports, and ensure that every person, regardless of their challenges, can live with purpose, connection, and joy. Together, we’ve built a legacy of compassion, advocacy, and
person-centered care that continues to transform lives.
As we look to the next 50 years, we invite you to continue this journey with us. Your year-end gift ensures that individuals with developmental disabilities will continue to receive the care, stability, and opportunities they deserve. You’ve helped us create a community where everyone is valued, and your ongoing support makes a lasting difference.
From all of us at HCO, and from the individuals and families whose lives you’ve touched, thank you for being part of our first 50 years. We hope you’ll join us as we begin the next 50.
Please make your year-end gift today and help us continue this extraordinary work, together.
By partnering with us today, you can make an impact on those HCO serves.
Winona County is home to children and adults with developmental disabilities of all ages, each with their own unique needs that require varying levels of support. For over 40 years, HCO has been dedicated to serving them using person-centered practices in settings that maximize independence and maintain the highest quality of life.
Basic Human Needs
Basic Human Needs
Many individuals served by HCO are at poverty level – medications, clothing, and housing can often be a struggle. Funds raised are regularly used to address basic human needs when personal or family resources are insufficient.Innovation
Innovation
By leveraging technology to enhance care and support in new, unique ways, HCO is dedicated to providing services that enhance care for those served, maximize funding, and use resources wisely. Despite their effectiveness, funding for innovative approaches to supporting individuals with disabilities is limited.
Accessibility
Accessibility
Our organization is dedicated to supporting a complex population, and we believe that quality services are essential. Persons served with physical disabilities and aging issues often require handicapped accessible equipment, as well as modifications to their home environments.
Increased Need
Increased Need
Demand continues to increase as the number of children and adults in Minnesota waiting to receive services grows. In addition, as those we serve age, the need for intense medical care and increased support needs from staff, family members, and friends continues to grow.
Service Quality
Service Quality
High quality training and competency is critical to providing high quality support to those we serve. Specialized training programs and enhanced materials, supplies, and equipment are crucial components to providing effective teaching and intervention skills to direct care employees.
Ways to Give
Cash or Check
Feel more secure donating the old-fashioned way? Cash or check is another great way to support HCO’s mission while avoiding any processing fees!
Please make checks payable to Home & Community Options and mail cash or check gifts to:
Home & Community Options
66 East Third Street
Winona, MN 55987
Give from an IRA
If you have excess IRA funds or would like to lower the amount of your required minimum IRA distribution, consider an IRA charitable rollover. Donors 70 ½ or older can make a qualified charitable distribution from their IRA to HCO. Though there is no charitable deduction for an IRA charitable rollover, there is also no tax withheld.
Matching Gift Programs
Many employers offer a company match when their employees donate or volunteer their time to local nonprofits.
By submitting a matching gift request to your participating employer, the impact of your gift or time to HCO can go even farther in supporting our mission!
Legacy Giving
Designating HCO as a beneficiary in your will is just one great way to ensure that your legacy of supporting our mission and work can continue on in the years to come.
For more information, please contact Suzanne Horstman, Executive Director at (507) 452-1021 or suzanneh@hco.org.
Other Ways to Help
Maximize your impact
Make your giving go twice as far simply by shopping local!
By purchasing a gift card at a local vendor in the Winona area and donating it to HCO, you can support both HCO’s mission and a local business!
And more!
Do you have a different way you’d like to give back to HCO?
If you would like to set up a recurring direct deposit donation or another type of donation method, please contact our Business Office at (507) 452-1021.
