Diversity

The Long Prairie community is diverse. The diversity has strengthened the community’s economy and general well-being.

Newcomers to the Long Prairie community will find a welcoming atmosphere and resources to get established in our town. A welcome center was founded in 2021, located in the Great River Regional Library building. It is called the WAVE Saludos Welcome Center and supports engagement and outreach among all newcomers by providing resources at key access points, developing community partnerships, and hosting community networking meetings. WAVE Saludos stands for "Welcoming Advocates Valuing Everyone", with Saludos being the Spanish translation for "wave". Its vision? To empower new and existing community members by fostering a welcoming environment, while providing equitable access to community resources associated with wellness.  

At the WAVE Saludos Welcome Center we can help you with:
-Finding local resources for your specific needs
-Translating documents
-Completing employment applications
-Filling out paperwork
-Understanding letters or notices from agencies
-Completing applications for state and federal benefits
-Starting a new business
-Navigating the immigration process

At this time, we are only in the office when appointments are scheduled.  In order to schedule an appointment please contact Elizabeth Quillo at 320-339-1131 or soldevida24@gmail.com.  Please leave a message so that we can contact you when we are available.  We have Spanish and Haitian Creole interpreters available as needed. 

We would greatly appreciate any financial support you would be willing to provide as we operate based on charitable donations and grants.  You may donate at the following Go Fund Me Link:  https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-wave-saludos-make-an-impact

We greatly appreciate your support of our newcomers. Please join us in making all feel welcome here.  We all belong and contribute to a beautiful and diverse community as we work together to ensure all may flourish.Quote from Hispanic resident:

“Be more of yourself, Long Prairie gives you that freedom.  There is opportunity here … how much are you willing to take.”