News and Events
Lakes and Pines CAC, Inc. is a 501(c)3 organization; a charitable, educational, private, non-profit corporation serving the seven county area of: Aitkin, Carlton, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs and Pine. If necessary, arrangements can be made to have applications for assistance taken at a location throughout the service area,
a home visit or through the mail. [ Phone: (320)679-1800 | Toll Free: (800)832-6082 | Fax: (320)679-4139 ]
SCAM EMAILS
An automated scam system is sending out emails pretending to be from our Board.
The scam email will most likely use the following format:
Hello {Your Name Here},
I hope this message finds you well.
{Board Treasure Name} is not acquainted with Zelle or Venmo and cannot make payment to a vendor for Program Expenses. If you have access to either of these payment platforms and can assist with the payment, please let me know me so I can forward you the payment details.
As soon as {Board Treasure Name} is available, I will ensure you are promptly reimbursed. Thank you for your support and understanding.
Kind Regards
{Board Chair Name}, Chairperson.
This automated scam email system started early May 2026 and is using Lakes and Pines and similar organizations such as ours to attempt to scam others.
Hopefully no one will fall for this scam.
An automated scam system is sending out emails pretending to be from our Board.
The scam email will most likely use the following format:
Hello {Your Name Here},
I hope this message finds you well.
{Board Treasure Name} is not acquainted with Zelle or Venmo and cannot make payment to a vendor for Program Expenses. If you have access to either of these payment platforms and can assist with the payment, please let me know me so I can forward you the payment details.
As soon as {Board Treasure Name} is available, I will ensure you are promptly reimbursed. Thank you for your support and understanding.
Kind Regards
{Board Chair Name}, Chairperson.
This automated scam email system started early May 2026 and is using Lakes and Pines and similar organizations such as ours to attempt to scam others.
Hopefully no one will fall for this scam.
Pine County Low-Income Board Representative Opening
Lakes and Pines Community Action Council is seeking an interested community member to represent Pine County low-income residents on our Board of Directors. The seat is an elected position and requires an individual to nominate yourself or someone else to be placed on a ballot to go through an election process. Please see the information below for some basic information on Board membership and participation and how to complete nomination by 4:30pm on June 8th. If you have questions, do not hesitate to email Chassidy at lap@lakesandpines.org or call (320) 679-1800 ext. 101. Thank you!
Responsibilities:
- Attend and participate in scheduled meetings
- Support Lakes and Pines’ Mission
- Assist in setting Agency goals and objectives
- Provide oversight of Agency activities
- Represent the best interest of low - income residents
The Board:
- 21 Members
- 7 County Commissioners; 7 Low - Income elected by other Lakes and Pines Program participants; 7 Business / Private representatives
Meetings:
- Seven per Year(one evening event in October)
- 3rd Monday every other month: 10am in Mora, MN
- About 60 - 90 minutes in length
- Meeting Costs(including mileage, per diem and child care) reimbursed
If you, or someone you know, are interested in representing Pine County low-income residents, please submit the following to 1700 Maple Avenue East, Mora, MN 55051 or lap@lakesandpines.org:
• Candidate’s name;
• County of residence;
• contact information;
• A brief biography and statement of why you wish to be considered; and
• A signed statement expressing the candidates’ desire to be placed on the election ballot.
Submissions must be received by 4:30pm on Monday, June 8, 2026
Lakes and Pines Community Action Council is seeking an interested community member to represent Pine County low-income residents on our Board of Directors. The seat is an elected position and requires an individual to nominate yourself or someone else to be placed on a ballot to go through an election process. Please see the information below for some basic information on Board membership and participation and how to complete nomination by 4:30pm on June 8th. If you have questions, do not hesitate to email Chassidy at lap@lakesandpines.org or call (320) 679-1800 ext. 101. Thank you!
Responsibilities:
- Attend and participate in scheduled meetings
- Support Lakes and Pines’ Mission
- Assist in setting Agency goals and objectives
- Provide oversight of Agency activities
- Represent the best interest of low - income residents
The Board:
- 21 Members
- 7 County Commissioners; 7 Low - Income elected by other Lakes and Pines Program participants; 7 Business / Private representatives
Meetings:
- Seven per Year(one evening event in October)
- 3rd Monday every other month: 10am in Mora, MN
- About 60 - 90 minutes in length
- Meeting Costs(including mileage, per diem and child care) reimbursed
If you, or someone you know, are interested in representing Pine County low-income residents, please submit the following to 1700 Maple Avenue East, Mora, MN 55051 or lap@lakesandpines.org:
• Candidate’s name;
• County of residence;
• contact information;
• A brief biography and statement of why you wish to be considered; and
• A signed statement expressing the candidates’ desire to be placed on the election ballot.
Submissions must be received by 4:30pm on Monday, June 8, 2026
Make It
Happen Gala
A sincere thank you to our sponsors and the community members who attended our first “Make It Happen Gala” on Friday, May 15, 2026. The Lakes and Pines Board of Directors and staff are grateful to everyone who came together to celebrate community, connection, and the meaningful work being done to support individuals and families throughout our region. The support of our sponsors, donors, and community members helped make the evening truly unforgettable and a wonderful success.
Presenting Sponsors - $2,500
Grandy Lions
Rum River VFW Post 2735
Federated Co-op
Ogilvie Lions Club
CoBank
Keep ‘Em Warm Sponsors - $1,000
AmericInn by Wyndham-North Branch
Shalom Thrift Shop, Inc.
Hinckley Lions Club
East Central Energy
Ronald and Sandy Duke
Northwoods Credit Union
Neighborhood National Bank
Sturgeon Lake Area Lions Club
Town & Country Insurance Agency
Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe
Keep ‘Em Fed Sponsors - $500
Isanti Electric
Mora Council Knights of Columbus
Brad Larson
Denise Olson
Kristi LaRowe
David Engberg
David Freemore
Tim Burkhardt
Stacy Lent Fire Dept
First National Bank of Milaca
Keep ‘Em Safe Sponsors - $300
Joanne Munson
Tradewinds HVAC & Fireplace LLC
Love the Journey Counseling Center
Chapman’s Auto Repair
Ambry Hill Technologies
Rush City Lions Club
Gallagher Insurance
A sincere thank you to our sponsors and the community members who attended our first “Make It Happen Gala” on Friday, May 15, 2026. The Lakes and Pines Board of Directors and staff are grateful to everyone who came together to celebrate community, connection, and the meaningful work being done to support individuals and families throughout our region. The support of our sponsors, donors, and community members helped make the evening truly unforgettable and a wonderful success.
Presenting Sponsors - $2,500
Grandy Lions
Rum River VFW Post 2735
Federated Co-op
Ogilvie Lions Club
CoBank
Keep ‘Em Warm Sponsors - $1,000
AmericInn by Wyndham-North Branch
Shalom Thrift Shop, Inc.
Hinckley Lions Club
East Central Energy
Ronald and Sandy Duke
Northwoods Credit Union
Neighborhood National Bank
Sturgeon Lake Area Lions Club
Town & Country Insurance Agency
Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe
Keep ‘Em Fed Sponsors - $500
Isanti Electric
Mora Council Knights of Columbus
Brad Larson
Denise Olson
Kristi LaRowe
David Engberg
David Freemore
Tim Burkhardt
Stacy Lent Fire Dept
First National Bank of Milaca
Keep ‘Em Safe Sponsors - $300
Joanne Munson
Tradewinds HVAC & Fireplace LLC
Love the Journey Counseling Center
Chapman’s Auto Repair
Ambry Hill Technologies
Rush City Lions Club
Gallagher Insurance