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Recovery Community Network in Minnesota
Recovery Community Network provides Peer Support, Advocacy, Education and Prevention for Substance Use Disorders. Together, We Grow Stronger in St. Cloud, Minnesota.
ABOUT US
Building Hope Through Peer-Led Recovery
Recovery Community Network (RCN) is a grassroots Recovery Community Organization (RCO) and 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by substance use and co-occurring mental health challenges throughout Central Minnesota.
Through peer-led recovery support, education, advocacy, harm reduction, and community outreach, we help people build meaningful, lasting recovery. Our services include peer recovery coaching, telephonic recovery support, veteran services, justice-involved programming, overdose prevention, support groups, and connections to local resources.
We believe recovery looks different for everyone. That's why we support all pathways to recovery, meeting people where they are with compassion, lived experience, and hope. Together, we're building healthier individuals, stronger families, and more resilient communities.
1,300+
More than 1,300+ individuals served through Recovery Community Network programs and services
250+
In 2025, our Telephonic Recovery Support (TRS) program provided ongoing weekly support to 250+ individuals across Central Minnesota
5,800+
Conducted monthly treatment center visits (8 hours/month), reaching more than 5,800+ peers.
CONSTRUCTION STORIES
Project Spotlight
Year Completed:
2035
Client:
Spark Services Developers
Market:
Commercial
What a fantastic opportunity to learn how to serve others in a space we have all personally traveled. Understanding the work of a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist puts into perspective how far we indeed have come. Nothing is more significant than giving back; this space allows us to do just that!
Cynthia Garcia Magallanes, Executive Director, Minnesota Recovery Connection
I received a scholarship to the Recovery Coach Academy, which completely changed my life! Today, I am a Recovery Coach for Sobriety First Treatment Center, and I pay it forward daily! Thank you, Recovery Community Network for the fantastic opportunity!
Tony DeCristofaro, CPRS
"RCN has by far the most caring individuals I've met throughout my struggle with addiction. Frank is my most memorable helper in my ongoing struggle."
Roger Norgren
STAY IN THE KNOW
RCN News Central:
Stay Informed with Our Recovery-Focused News and Updates in St. Cloud and Central Minnesota.
RCN is a MARCO Certified Recovery Community Organization
RCN is proud to be officially certified as a Recovery Community Organization (RCO) by the Minnesota Alliance of Recovery Community Organizations (MARCO). This certification acknowledges RCN as a peer-led, peer-run organization committed to reducing stigma, supporting individuals in recovery, and fostering collaboration across the recovery community.
As a MARCO-certified organization, RCN remains steadfast in empowering individuals and families, strengthening community connections, and advocating for a brighter future in recovery.
Minnesota Paid Leave Outreach
Recovery Community Network (RCN) is proud to partner with the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) through the Minnesota Paid Leave Public Outreach Grant. Our role is to help individuals, families, employers, and community members learn about Minnesota Paid Leave by providing education, outreach, and connections to trusted information.
Minnesota Paid Leave provides eligible workers with paid time away from work for qualifying life events, including caring for a new child, recovering from a serious health condition, caring for a loved one, or addressing certain military- or safety-related needs.