• May 9, 2017 News
    Stand Up Against Stigma

      A few MDI employees in Grand Rapids, MN participated in the 5th annual Stomp on Stigma 5K run/walk. Over 350 people came together to “Stomp on Stigma” and help raise awareness of mental health. Individuals with mental illness are ...

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    May 3, 2017 Disability News & Services, For Employees, News, Supporting the Mission
    MDI Invests in an Innovative Workforce Development Program

      Last year at the Ability Bash MDI raised fund for a program called WorkSkills 101. The goal of the program is to provide an opportunity for employees to grow both personally and professionally. Grand Rapids Herald-Review has the full story HERE

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    May 2, 2017 Disability News & Services, For Employees, In the Community, News, Supporting the Mission
    Introducing The Newest Board Member

      MDI announces that its board of directors has appointed Y. Elaine Rasmussen to its board. Rasmussen is chief executive officer (CEO) of Social Impact Strategies Group and will join MDI’s board effective immediately. Rasmussen brings over 20 years of experience in leading positive change and organizational development. ...

  • Materials Handling and Logistics logo
    April 27, 2017 News, Products
    Material Handling & Logistics Features Corrugated Plastic

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    April 13, 2017 Disability News & Services, In the Community, Supporting the Mission
    Mobility Mania

      Mobility Mania – Accessibility for All is a group of individuals in the Grand Rapids Area dedicated to identifying and addressing accessibility issues, promoting accessibility awareness, and improving accessibility across Northern MN and beyond. The group is comprised of community members, service providers, government ...

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    April 11, 2017 For Employees
    Jerry Retires…

      Jerry Miner has been a long-time friend and supporter of MDI Hired Hands and has allowed Hired Hands to collect recycling every Saturday at his grocery stores over the past 20 years, most recently at his Cub Foods store in ...

  • Andersen Windows logo
    April 5, 2017 Products
    Welcome Andersen Windows

      Team from Andersen Windows meets with MDI to learn more about bringing people with disabilities into their workforce.  MDI hosted a visit, tour and conversation with HR professionals from Andersen Windows and Renewal, headquartered in Bayport, Minnesota. They were very interested in ...

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    March 28, 2017 Medical, News, Services
    FDA Registered

      MDI is an FDA Registered Food Handling Facility As MDI continues to grow and expand its base of business offerings in order to create more employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities, it is honored to announce that its Twin ...

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    March 27, 2017 Ability Bash
    A Night of Celebration and Awards

      At the United Way of 1000 Lakes Annual Campaign Celebration and Best of Awards, MDI was recognized for several outstanding efforts. Diane Meyer, Employment Support Supervisor based in Cohasset, was recognized as the Best Coordinator of the Year for the work she ...

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    March 22, 2017 Disability News & Services, In the Community, Supporting the Mission
    2017 Polar Plunge

      On Saturday, March 18th, over 280 people came “dressed to Impress“, showing off their best costumes in support of Special Olympics Minnesota. The 2017 Polar Plunge was held at Zorbaz on Pokegama Lake and Grand Rapids plungers raised more than $58,000. Marcus ...