Minnesota Independence College and Community: Learn Skills. Experience Life.
  • Home
  • Board of Directors
  • Spirit Shop
  • MICC.org

MICC's 22nd Annual Gala
​Saturday, March 15, 2025

Save the date! Join us for an evening of celebration and fun at MICC's 22nd Annual Gala on Saturday, March 15, 2025. This much-anticipated event will be a night to remember, honoring the outstanding achievements and continued growth of MICC participants.

Our gala is not like any other—it's thematic, relaxed, authentic, and bursting with energy. This is your chance to come together and support the vibrant community that MICC fosters. The theme for this year's gala will be revealed at the 7th Annual Independence 5K, and we guarantee it will be an exciting announcement you won't want to miss!

Stay tuned for more information and exciting opportunities to get involved as we approach the event. Interested in sponsoring the event, volunteering, or attending? There will be plenty of opportunities to make a difference and be a part of something truly special. For inquiries or early expressions of interest, please contact us at [email protected].

We look forward to celebrating with you!

Thank You for Making "Uniquely Minnesota" MICC's 21st Annual Gala a Success!

The 2024 'Uniquely Minnesota' gala was a testament to the vibrant spirit of our community. Together, we celebrated the remarkable achievements of our participants and the strong sense of home and belonging that MICC fosters.

Thanks to your support, we exceeded our fundraising goals, enhancing our ability to empower neurodivergent individuals in leading rich, independent lives.


Event Highlights
  • This year's gala brought together over 750 attendees in a joyful, Minnesota-themed celebration - our biggest post-COVID event yet!
  • We are proud to announce we raised $625,000, thanks to your generous contributions.
  • Special moments included performances by the MICC Rock Band, heartfelt stories shared by "The Up North Girls" and one of their fathers, and the excitement of the live and silent auction items.

Gala Photos and Memories
Revisit the fun and inspiration of the gala – check out our photo gallery and video highlights from the night.
2024 Event Photos
2024 Photo Booth
2024 Gala Program

Thank You to the 2024 Event Sponsors

We extend heartfelt gratitude to our sponsors whose partnership was invaluable in the success of our gala.
Hosting Sponsor
Beverly and Roe Hatlen, MICC's Founders
Platinum Sponsors
Picture
The Lighty Family

​Gold Sponsors
Picture
The Bryant Family
The Hartfiel Family
The Ziegler Family


Bronze Sponsors
Colony Apartment Homes
Family of John Barnard
​Holt Mills' Family and Friends
​Kai and Amy Gudmestad
Keith & Karen Jacobson Family
The Barnes Family
The Bono/Constantine Family
The Campbell Family
​The Foss Family
The Gauvin Family
The Hargarten Cohn Family
The Kemper DeLaney Family
The Kenton Family
​The MacLeod Family
​The Nisi Family
​The Owen Family
The Rundle Family
The Saveraid Family
​Bronze Sponsors
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture

Friends Sponsors
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Hannah and Ryan Horn
​Kierstyn Thayer and Kris Galeone
​The Goedken Family


Event Partners
AV for You
Cat Eye Design

Do Good Events
​​​Fladeboe Advancement
Fulton Productions

Megan Stezka Photography
Myrick Visual
​OneCause
​
Red Mood Marketing

For any inquiries or further information about our annual gala or other events, please contact: [email protected].
Picture
Picture
Picture
7501 LOGAN AVE S.  STE 2A   RICHFIELD, MN 55423 
PHONE (612) 869-4008 | FAX (612) 869-0443 | EIN 41-1814112

Effective, August 1, 2018, Minnesota Life College changed its name to MICC., pronounced ‘em’ ‘eye’ ‘see’ ‘see’.
​MICC stands for Minnesota Independence College and Community.


At MICC, the values of diversity, equity and inclusion are essential elements of our vibrant learning community. It is vital that everyone receives the tools to succeed and thrive regardless of neurodiversity, race, ethnicity, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status or any other identity. We are committed to embracing diverse perspectives and creating a supportive environment for all to discuss, challenge, and explore how we can continuously enrich the MICC community.