Great Community Theatre for Charity
Minnesota's oldest (only?) fully qualified 501(c)3 Charity theatre group was formed in 1980 as a fund raising arm of Christians Reaching Out in Social Services, a food, clothing, and social services organization serving the Northwest Twin Cities, Minnesota, USA. Incorporated separately in 1998, CCP produces a large scale musical in June/July and a more moderate, occasionally non-musical show, during the Fall/Winter. CCP also provides entertainment at local charity and service club events. CCP uses various churches and schools in the Osseo - Maple Grove MN area for rehearsals and performances.
Including cast, orchestra, technical and production crews, 000's of individuals, all amateurs, have donated tens of thousands of hours of time to these events. Over 50,000 patrons of all ages, incomes and demographics have been entertained during 280+ performances; some on complimentary tickets distributed through the C.R.O.S.S. foodshelf. The efforts and contributions of volunteers and 3000+ regular patrons have allowed CCP to donate tens of thousands of pounds of food and over $80,000 to local charities, including C.R.O.S.S. and CEAP. CCP is run by a board of unpaid local individuals working in the areas of finance, production and publicity. Interested persons are welcome to attend the monthly meetings ~ please call or email to confirm plans. CCP is also a member of the Minnesota Association of Community Theatres and occasionally applies for and receives funding assistance from the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council through a grant from The McKnight Foundation and an appropriation by the Minnesota Legislature.
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Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
36 Years
What is your primary product or service?
Community Theatre
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Grew up in the wings of theatre watching my father on stage
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
We are a full 501c3 charitable Community Theatre. We partner with CROSS food shelf at all of our events to bring in food donations.
What type of payments do you accept?
Accept all CC's on our website
Which areas do you service?
Maple Grove & Osseo
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
Going to see my first Cross Community Players show tonight.
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