October 8, 2026

3:30 pm – 5:00 pm

Join NorthLakes Community Clinic in Turtle Lake

Stop by for an afternoon of connection and giving! NorthLakes Community Clinic is partnering with the Northwoods Homeless Shelter for a Gather & Give community event on Thursday, October 8, from 3:30 – 5:00 p.m. at the NorthLakes clinic in Turtle Lake.

The free event is generously sponsored by Molina Healthcare of Wisconsin.

Event Details

📅 Day: Thursday, October 8, 2026

🕓 Time: 3:30 – 5:00 p.m.

📍 Where: NorthLakes Community Clinic, 730 Swede Avenue, Turtle Lake, WI

Community members are invited to stop by, connect with neighbors, and donate items that help support individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

What to Donate

The Northwoods Homeless Shelter regularly needs:

Personal care items
Shower supplies
Feminine hygiene products
Cleaning supplies
Laundry products
Paper goods
Financial donations

Every donation helps provide essential resources to people who are experiencing homelessness in Polk County and the surrounding region.

“Events like this are a simple way for neighbors to come together and support organizations doing important work in our community,” said Nikki Liedl, clinic manager at the Turtle Lake clinic. “The Northwoods Homeless Shelter does so much for our unhoused, and we’re excited to help bring attention and support to their efforts while giving people a chance to connect with each other.”

Supporting Our Neighbors

The Northwoods Homeless Shelter operates two facilities: an emergency shelter that offers a 90-day stay for families and individuals, and transitional housing for residents facing long-term challenges that contribute to homelessness.

Community support plays an important role in helping the shelter provide essential supplies and services.

“We depend on the community’s generosity to provide hygiene products, cleaning supplies, paper goods, and financial assistance for our shelter in Polk County and the surrounding region,” said Ginny Ormsby, administrative director of the Northwoods Homeless Shelter.

Ormsby added, “Collaborating with NorthLakes for this event raises awareness and supplies that directly benefit our clients in their time of need.”

Bring a donation, meet your neighbors, and help support the Northwoods Homeless Shelter. We hope to see you there!

Can’t Attend the Event?

You can still support the Northwoods Homeless Shelter! Drop off your donations at the NorthLakes Community Clinic in Turtle Lake beginning September 14.

Items can be delivered during regular clinic hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Location:

NorthLakes Community Clinic
730 Swede Avenue
Turtle Lake, WI 54889

Organizer:

Northwoods Homeless Shelters
116 Maple St W Apt.501
Amery, WI 54001
P: (715) 268-5730