Community

MNUFC was built around a clear set of core values: resilience, inclusivity, dedication, passion, teamwork and respect. At every home match, the L’Étoile Du Nord (Star of the North), presented by Target, is awarded at halftime to a community member who is actively embodying these values. We believe that by highlighting people who are making a positive difference in the area, we can help bolster their efforts and inspire more people to act in kind.

Past Award Recipients

Jason Stock

Jason Stock has made a lasting impact on autism, mental health, and disability services through his generosity, leadership, and advocacy. He serves on Fraser’s board of directors and champions its mission. As CFO and Vice President of Central Roofing Company, Jason and his family are committed to building a more inclusive world. Central Roofing has supported inclusive spaces such as the Fraser Sensory Building at the State Fair, the new sensory space at MSP Airport, and the Fraser Festival on May 2 at the Rivercentre in St. Paul. As Jason says, “If I open the door, I open it for everyone.”

Date Honored: April 18, 2026

Women of Centro Tyrone Guzman

For over 50 years, Centro Tyrone Guzman has served and strengthened Minnesota’s Latine community—creating opportunities, nurturing leaders, and uplifting families. We honor the Women of Centro, who are beacons of hope and strength. Over the last few months, there has been intense strain on the Latine community, and throughout that time, the Women of Centro responded with compassion and commitment, delivering food and diapers, advocating and finding resources, mobilizing the community to help, and ensuring no one felt alone. The Women of Centro are a true guiding light for our community and lead with love.

Date Honored: March 22, 2026

St. Kate’s Center for Community Work and Learning

For 25 years, the Center for Community Work and Learning at St. Catherine University has been a driving force for connection, collaboration, and change. Through community-engaged courses, meaningful student employment, and campus-wide civic engagement, the center brings together community organizations, faculty, staff, and students to learn from one another and advance social justice. We are proud to honor the center for 25 years of partnership, purpose, and progress—a quarter-century of empowering St. Kate’s students to lead and influence, while demonstrating what’s possible when education and community unite for justice.

Date Honored: November 8, 2025

Express Bike Shop

Express Bike Shop is a social enterprise of Keystone Community Services, and they are celebrating 30 years of empowering youth, promoting sustainability, and making biking accessible! Since 1995, Express Bike Shop has been more than just a place to fix bikes—it's a hub for young people to learn and grow in their first career experiences. With a focus on affordability and sustainability, Express Bike Shop refurbishes and recycles thousands of bikes each year, all while providing youth apprentices with the work skills needed for future success.

Date Honored: October 27, 2025

Andrea Moen

With a lifetime commitment to volunteering, Andrea Moen not only serves our community but also leads by example. In her role as Senior Human Resources & Admin Specialist at Target, she has volunteered and organized over 40 blood drives with Memorial Blood Centers over the past 10 years—inspiring numerous team members to support patients in need. She has donated over 3 gallons of blood, logged more than 1,000 volunteer hours, and is proud to pass along her passion for volunteering to her children.

Date Honored: October 4, 2025

Karen Velez-Barron

Karen is a proud Minnesotan, accomplished organizer and advocate. Most recently on the team at LatinoLEAD, she is known for building bridges across cultures and ensuring Latino and immigrant voices are represented at every table. Known for being a behind-the-scenes changemaker, Karen works in operations, grassroots fundraising, and donor engagement, and has dedicated her career to advocating for systemic change and uplifting Latino communities. She is a trusted leader committed to equity, unity, and empowering the next generation across Minnesota and beyond.

Date Honored: September 20, 2025

Adán Torres

Adán torres is a Senior Manager of Student Outreach & Engagement at Project Success. A dedicated advocate for justice, integrity, and accessibility, Adán leads with heart and vision—ensuring every student feels seen, connected, and empowered. For over 30 years, Project Success has inspired 250,000+ Minneapolis and Mankato students to dream big and achieve their goals through workshops, theater experiences, adventure trips, and life-skill programs. Adán's work continues to drive that mission forward and support future generations!

Date Honored: August 30, 2025