black background with stars. The SPNN logo on the left. 40th written in SPNN colors with Anniversary Celebration written underneath it.

SPNN was founded in 1984. We spent this year reflecting on our history and evolution. We talked to folks who helped create Cable Access Saint Paul (CASP) and transitioned us to the SPNN we are today. We invited in past and current board members, program participants, staff, and partners to talk about the impact we had/have on the community and them. We interviewed over 20 people and will be releasing collective and individual stories once a week on this page, our channels, and social media. 

You have an opportunity to help SPNN continue for the next 40 years- support SPNN through a one time donation or become a recurring donor. Any amount helps SPNN reach our annual goal of $25,000 from individual giving. 

SPNN Impact

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    Voices of SPNN

    Listen to several program participants, board members, and friends of SPNN talk about the impact SPNN has had on them and the community. 

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    Meagan Pick

    Meagan Pick talks about why she was an SPNN board member for six years.

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    Rachelle and Maddy Strasburg

    Current Board President Rachelle Strasburg and her child Maddy talk about what SPNN does for the community. 

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    Destiny Roberts

    Destiny started her filmmaking journey as a youth at SPNN. A decade later she got her first grant as a professional filmmaker from the RJ Christensen Foundation through SPNN's Fresh Vantage program. Find out why SPNN is important to her.  

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    Mary Hanson

    Mary Hanson has been a member of SPNN and been creating her show for over 25 years. Find out why she has continued to produce her show for so many years, 

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    Neal Gosman

    Neal was the first Executive Director of SPNN. He talks about why SPNN was important to the community in 1984 and why it is still today. 

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    Jacquie Maddix

    Jacquie (Lady J) has been a long term member of SPNN. She has also volunteered on many productions for our community production team.