MISSION: POSSIBLE

An Evening of Climate Action

Thursday, October 30th, 2025

5:30 - 8:30 PM | JX Venue

Join us for an evening of climate action featuring guest speaker Dr. Jonathan Foley — world-renowned environmental scientist and Executive Director of Project Drawdown. Connect with others, celebrate local sustainability leaders, explore real-world climate solutions, and take part in a silent auction to support a thriving, sustainable future for Stillwater!

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ABOUT EVENT

Sustainable Stillwater MN’s fourth annual fundraiser, Mission: Possible – An Evening of Climate Action, is our signature event and sole fundraiser of the year. This special evening is a celebration of climate solutions, community resilience, and collective action — all in support of a thriving, sustainable future for Stillwater and the greater St. Croix Valley.

Held on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at the stunning JX Venue in downtown Stillwater, the evening will feature delicious food and drink, a silent auction, the presentation of the 2025 Sustainability Leadership Award, and a keynote address by world-renowned environmental scientist Dr. Jonathan Foley, Executive Director of Project Drawdown.

This event isn’t just about raising funds — it’s about raising our sights. Formerly called Sustainability Works!, our newly reimagined fundraiser signals a bold new chapter. With our new Executive Director, Andi Arnold, at the helm and an expanded vision for local climate action, Mission: Possible reflects what we know to be true: meaningful change is within reach, and it starts right here.

Seeking Nominations: 2025 Sustainability Leadership Award

As part of this year’s event, we are now accepting nominations for the Sustainability Leadership Award. This award honors individuals, organizations, or businesses who lead by example—those who don't just talk about change, but make it happen. We’re looking to recognize local champions who have demonstrated measurable impact in areas like clean energy, green infrastructure, reuse and recycling, environmental education, sustainable food systems, transportation alternatives, and more.

Deadline to nominate: August 31, 2025

Anyone may nominate a candidate using our official form. Winners will be honored at the gala on October 30th. Do you know someone who’s making a difference? Nominate them today!

Silent Auction Donations Welcome

We’re also currently seeking silent auction items to help make this event a success. From gift baskets and local art to unique experiences or business services, your donated item will help us raise critical funds for our community sustainability efforts. If you’re interested in donating an auction item, becoming a sponsor, or volunteering at the event, please reach out to us at info@sustainablestillwatermn.org.

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Sustainability Leadership Awards 2025

Nominees may come from any sector — business, nonprofit, government, education, or community life — and must:

Demonstrate long-term dedication to sustainability through action and advocacy.
Show measurable impact in one or more areas: climate action, green infrastructure, clean energy, local green economy, environmental policy, equity, or education, reuse or materials recovery, supported electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure, local food systems (farm-to-table efforts), or transportation alternatives, etc.
Be active in or have a clear and sustained impact on the St. Croix Valley Area.
Inspire others and model best practices for environmental stewardship and community leadership.

Examples of Nominees Might Include:

A local business transforming operations to be more energy efficient.
A volunteer spearheading community clean-up efforts and native plantings.
A public official championing climate-forward legislation.
A teacher or youth leader instilling sustainability values in the next generation.
A neighborhood group or coalition leading innovative community action.

Nomination Process:

Nominations accepted until August 31st, 2025.
Anyone may nominate a candidate via our official form.
Finalists will be selected by the Sustainability Awards Team, appointed by the Board Chair.
One or more Sustainability Leadership Awards may be given at the discretion of the Awards Team.