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Promotes youth development by instilling a sense of accomplishment, competence, belonging, and usefulness. Programs: - Academic success: Goal is for every member to graduate on time with a plan for their future, whether that plan is post-secondary or a career. Homework help, tutoring, mentoring, chess club, computer classes, and career exploration. - Character and leadership: Offers programs designed to help members practice and strengthen leadership and problem-solving skills. Community service and support groups. - Healthy lifestyles: Programs help members learn how to engage in positive behaviors, set personal goals and grow into self-sufficient adults who can make healthy choices. Yoga, exercise classes, gardening instruction, and gym time. - The arts: Offers a variety of arts programming so that members can learn to express themselves through visual arts, applied arts and performing arts in a safe space. Painting, drawing, and bracelet making.

Offers responsive trainings and workshops to equip individuals, organizations, and communities with practical tools to advance well-being, equity, and positive social change. Trainings and workshops offered: - Community Equity Program: A 7-month leadership cohort running from the months of September - May. The program supports Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) to influence and enact public policy at Minnesota's capitol. The leadership program offers opportunities for individuals the skills and experience to become more actively engaged in and impact public policy for their communities. - The RISE Initiative: Led by Wilder African American Babies Coalition and Projects - Advocacy Leadership Intensive: A condensed version of the Community Equity Program that is designed for advocates, allies, and community members interested in Minnesota's legislative process. This is an intensive program for those who want to deepen their advocacy skills and gain connections. - Tailored Education Trainings and Consultations for Groups/Organizations: Offer customized webinars, workshops, and events tailored to groups and organizations to build confidence, understand key issues, and take meaningful action for change

Offers community education programs for all ages. Programs offered: - Adult academics such as English Language Learning/ELL, General Educational Development (GED) preparation, adult diploma preparation, and college prep - Adult enrichment classes such as fitness, cooking, arts/crafts, trips, sports, and other special interests - Adventure Club: A child care program for open to the public during the summer and school year - Early learning education programs for children birth - pre-Kindergarten age - Swimming lessons for all ages - Windows of Opportunities: Provides recreational, educational, and support activities for adults age 18 and over with physical, neurological and/or developmental disabilities - Youth enrichment classes which include after school programs, classes in art, crafts, cooking/baking, life skills, music/theater, sports, and STEM-focused activities - Youth leadership and internship opportunities in a variety of areas

Career Pathways: Provides youth ages 14 - 24 who have faced systemic barriers to employment the opportunity to be introduced into the workforce by getting an internship at the YMCA. Beacons: Provides after-school and summer care for young people in grades K - 12 by partnering with Twin Cities area schools to provide quality educational, recreational, and leadership development activities and eliminate barriers to participation. Center for Youth Voice: Provides programs and services that help young people understand our system of government and how to effectively use their voice to take action on issues that matter to them. Teen Tech Center: Provides a technology-driven, interactive space for young people ages 12 - 24 to drop in, be creative, and develop new skills for free. Does not require a YMCA membership. Must be a member of the Teen Tech Center.

The YMCA offers various special interest classes, recreational activities, and special events for youth and families. Youth leadership programs are also provided as well as specialty camps with focus on arts instruction, STEM, and sports skills trainings.

Offers youth-led, staff-supported programs for Jewish teens. Events are planned by teens and include activities such as ice skating, camping overnights, Shabbat celebrations, and leadership trainings. A parent, advisor, or regional staff member is always present to ensure safety and health. The program provides opportunities for teens to develop leadership skills and make a positive impact on their communities, the world, and themselves through meaningful Jewish experiences.

Career Pathways: Provides youth ages 14 - 24 who have faced systemic barriers to employment the opportunity to be introduced into the workforce by getting an internship at the YMCA. Beacons: Provides after-school and summer care for young people in grades K - 12 by partnering with Twin Cities area schools to provide quality educational, recreational, and leadership development activities and eliminate barriers to participation. Center for Youth Voice: Provides programs and services that help young people understand our system of government and how to effectively use their voice to take action on issues that matter to them. Teen Tech Center: Provides a technology-driven, interactive space for young people ages 12 - 24 to drop in, be creative, and develop new skills for free. Does not require a YMCA membership. Must be a member of the Teen Tech Center.

Promotes youth development by instilling a sense of accomplishment, competence, belonging, and usefulness. Programs: - Academic success: Goal is for every member to graduate on time with a plan for their future, whether that plan is post-secondary or a career. Homework help, tutoring, mentoring, chess club, computer classes, and career exploration. - Character and leadership: Offers programs designed to help members practice and strengthen leadership and problem-solving skills. Community service and support groups. - Healthy lifestyles: Programs help members learn how to engage in positive behaviors, set personal goals and grow into self-sufficient adults who can make healthy choices. Yoga, exercise classes, gardening instruction, and gym time. - The arts: Offers a variety of arts programming so that members can learn to express themselves through visual arts, applied arts and performing arts in a safe space. Painting, drawing, and bracelet making.

Career Pathways: Provides youth ages 14 - 24 who have faced systemic barriers to employment the opportunity to be introduced into the workforce by getting an internship at the YMCA. Beacons: Provides after-school and summer care for young people in grades K - 12 by partnering with Twin Cities area schools to provide quality educational, recreational, and leadership development activities and eliminate barriers to participation. Center for Youth Voice: Provides programs and services that help young people understand our system of government and how to effectively use their voice to take action on issues that matter to them. Teen Tech Center: Provides a technology-driven, interactive space for young people ages 12 - 24 to drop in, be creative, and develop new skills for free. Does not require a YMCA membership. Must be a member of the Teen Tech Center.

- Healthy Movement Programming includes: - Athletic programs: Individual/teams including basketball, flag football, soccer and baseball - Open gym and physical activities - Outdoor and environmental education - Conflict resolution - Counseling - Education/Computer Learning Center includes computer driving stimulation program to practice safe driving, basic instruction, and avoiding risky behaviors while driving - Nutrition program includes: - Healthy meal/snack served daily - Nutrition education and meal preparation - Gardening opportunities - K - 8 Reading and literacy enrichment program for youth who have been assessed as needing focused reading support, and numeracy enrichment to assist youth in transition from "learning to read" to "reading to learn" skills with a focus on building math proficiencies - K - 12 Academic enrichment program for youth to promote academic growth Offers 1:1 academic support including tutoring, skills to become self-directed learners, STEM focused activities and Mentoring program - Leadership/citizenship groups - Life skills education - Teen Pathways College Readiness Program: Individualized support and assistance preparing youth for ACT/SAT exams, college applications, college visits and other assistance as needed to ensure student's progress - Teen Pathways Employment Readiness Program: Individualized and mentoring support to enhance working and life skills including managing a checking account, creating a budget, saving and investing, career plans and mentoring, vocational exploration, interviewing techniques and additional services as needed to ensure a student's success beyond high school - "Smart Moves" drug and alcohol use prevention program and premature sexual activity prevention

Career Pathways: Provides youth ages 14 - 24 who have faced systemic barriers to employment the opportunity to be introduced into the workforce by getting an internship at the YMCA. Beacons: Provides after-school and summer care for young people in grades K - 12 by partnering with Twin Cities area schools to provide quality educational, recreational, and leadership development activities and eliminate barriers to participation. Center for Youth Voice: Provides programs and services that help young people understand our system of government and how to effectively use their voice to take action on issues that matter to them. Teen Tech Center: Provides a technology-driven, interactive space for young people ages 12 - 24 to drop in, be creative, and develop new skills for free. Does not require a YMCA membership. Must be a member of the Teen Tech Center.

A series of life readiness workshops for youth transitioning from adolescence to adulthood. The workshop series equips youth with the tools that they need to succeed in the adult world. This program is not an alternative to a general education, but rather covers many topics that are not often covered in the traditional classroom. Program includes: - Career Pathways: Knowing their goals, and how to get there - Empowerment: Personal development, and Health and Wellness - Entrepreneurial Development: Owning their own full/part-time business - Leadership Skills: Interpersonal communication and community involvement - Wealth Building: Banking, investing, and credit building - Work Readiness: Applying for jobs and resume writing This program, in partnership with YES Duluth, also offers industry-specific paid internships and job placement, as well as wraparound educational, mental health, housing, and financial assistance programs through Life House Duluth. Youth will also work one-on-one with professionally trained mentors who will assess strengths, skills, and interests, as well as identify, and address barriers to achieving goals. After completing the ABCs, youth who are interested in owning their own business will be eligible to enroll in Freedom Youth Start-Ups (FYSU). This entrepreneurial development program assists youth with drafting business plans, providing access to micro-loans, and industry specific technical assistance. This is a 6 week (3 hours a week) course includes transportation, food, technology and childcare (for young parents).

Northeast Child Development Center: Provides early education and enrichment activities that promote growth and development while preparing children for kindergarten Out-of-School Time: After school enrichment and education with hands-on learning and community outings Camp Bovey: A safe place for youth to participate in outdoor activities and build respect for the environment, for one another, and for themselves Menlo Park Academy: An alternative high school in a supportive learning environment and a focus on the future Creative Arts Therapy: Provides preventative, trauma-informed individual and group arts therapy for children and adolescents

A nonprofit organization promoting youth initiative programs, trainings, and support to youth orgnizations. Services provided: - Grant opportunities to local organizations and partners who share youth-focused priorities - Legislative and advocacy for youth such as the MinneKIDS Act, 529 college savings programs, and more - Online virtual series and trainings bringing attention to issues, policy, education, health, economic opportunity, and other topics of interest that impact young individuals - Youth Action Board (YAB): A governance committee that consists of young adults to lead initiatives, obtain professional development, work in a coalition, and bridge the gap between youth-serving organizations and system leaders

Career Pathways: Provides youth ages 14 - 24 who have faced systemic barriers to employment the opportunity to be introduced into the workforce by getting an internship at the YMCA. Beacons: Provides after-school and summer care for young people in grades K - 12 by partnering with Twin Cities area schools to provide quality educational, recreational, and leadership development activities and eliminate barriers to participation. Center for Youth Voice: Provides programs and services that help young people understand our system of government and how to effectively use their voice to take action on issues that matter to them. Teen Tech Center: Provides a technology-driven, interactive space for young people ages 12 - 24 to drop in, be creative, and develop new skills for free. Does not require a YMCA membership. Must be a member of the Teen Tech Center.

Provides a combination of career workshops, workforce training, and empowers youth to achieve their full potential. Focus areas include: - Coaching and Mentorship: Personalized guidance and mentorship from mentors to help Somali youth navigate challenges and build a path to success - College Readiness: Support for academic planning, applications, and transition to higher education - Leadership Development: Cultivates the skills and confidence needed to lead in diverse settings - Workforce Readiness: Practical training and resources to excel in the job market

Career Pathways: Provides youth ages 14 - 24 who have faced systemic barriers to employment the opportunity to be introduced into the workforce by getting an internship at the YMCA. Beacons: Provides after-school and summer care for young people in grades K - 12 by partnering with Twin Cities area schools to provide quality educational, recreational, and leadership development activities and eliminate barriers to participation. Center for Youth Voice: Provides programs and services that help young people understand our system of government and how to effectively use their voice to take action on issues that matter to them. Teen Tech Center: Provides a technology-driven, interactive space for young people ages 12 - 24 to drop in, be creative, and develop new skills for free. Does not require a YMCA membership. Must be a member of the Teen Tech Center.

Provides programs such as: - Clubs, internships, and leadership development opportunities for youth in grades 6 - 12 to build skills and ambitions - Paid Internships: Offers paid internships to young individuals to earn while they learn. Interns are paid to work as part of a team, often addressing an issue impacting their community. Interns also receive technical skills and workforce readiness training over the course of the 90-day internship program. Focus areas include media, agriculture, fashion, and retail.

Offers community education programs for all ages. Programs offered: - Adult academics such as English Language Learning/ELL, General Educational Development (GED) preparation, adult diploma preparation, and college prep - Adult enrichment classes such as fitness, cooking, arts/crafts, trips, sports, and other special interests - Adventure Club: A child care program for open to the public during the summer and school year - Early learning education programs for children birth - pre-Kindergarten age - Swimming lessons for all ages - Windows of Opportunities: Provides recreational, educational, and support activities for adults age 18 and over with physical, neurological and/or developmental disabilities - Youth enrichment classes which include after school programs, classes in art, crafts, cooking/baking, life skills, music/theater, sports, and STEM-focused activities - Youth leadership and internship opportunities in a variety of areas

- Adult Enrichment Classes: Computers, cooking, money management, fitness, personal development, and more - Aquatics Programs: Swimming lessons for ages 6 months and older, open swim activities, lap swim, water exercise, water safety education, pool rental, Automated External Defibrillator training, and CPR instruction - Facilities Scheduling: Manages use of district facilities, indoor and outdoor, outside of regular school day for community usage - Family/Youth Enrichment: Works to strengthen families by providing parenting skills, spending time in positive activities together in classes, on tours, in fitness sessions, music and other social events; after-school programming; additional evening and weekend opportunities for children preschool age - high school to develop new skills and build new friendships - Summer Programs: Enrichment classes including painting, public speaking, entrepreneurial training, hiking, mature driver training, cooking, musical instrument instruction, tap dancing instruction, ballet dancing instruction, band/orchestra groups, golf, day camps, and gymnastics. Summer math and language arts correspondence programs offered. - Trips and Tours: Educational trips/tours for adults and families with children - Youth Services and After School Youth Enrichment: Enrichment classes including basketball, karate, Tae Kwon Do, volleyball, volunteerism, leadership training and opportunities for youth to connect with their communities. Also facilitates Youth Connection Council, a youth-adult advisory board that addresses issues and needs related to school-age youth in the district and provides opportunities to serve the community.

Employment - Partners with the Minnesota Department of Human Services - Refugee Assistance Program to provide assistance developing job skills and finding employment Health - Grant-funded through UCare to provide education regarding diabetes, child and teen check-ups, and mental health - Partners with Minnesota Care Counseling to provide linguistically appropriate trauma counseling - Works with the Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities to provide leadership training to people with disabilities in the Somali and Latinx communities - Works with the Minnesota Department of Health to assess Somali communities throughout southern Minnesota for suicide prevention readiness and come up with plans to increase prevention measures Resettlement - Assistance with health care access, legal protection, education, training for income generation skills, and other services - Assists new arrivals with documentation paperwork and in navigating the American system - English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are taught at Faribault site through partnership with Faribault Adult Basic Education - Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services assists with legal issues and documentation - Works with Rice County Social Services to connect transportation and childcare resources, and provide job search assistance Youth and Elders - Programming for health and socialization is provided for elders in partnership with UCare - Provides work experiences and supported employment to older workers through the Senior Community Supported Employment Program - Through partnerships with the Minnesota Department of Human Services and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, leadership, soft skills training, and assistance with job searching is providing to youth

Offers educational programs such as: - Best Buy Teen Tech Center: A drop-in space for teens ages 14 - 18 to be creative and develop new skills. The center helps youth expand their interests and discover career paths through technology-based projects in programming, film-making, music production, graphic design, and much more. - Citizenship Classes: Prepare students to pass the United States Citizenship exam successfully. Classes are taught in English only. The class topics include the process of becoming a citizen, United States history and government, interview preparation and practice, study materials, and other resources. - English Language Classes (ESL): Classes open to anyone who would like to improve their English skills. Students learn how to read, write, speak, and understand the English language while also gaining essential life skills that will better prepare them to navigate life in the United States. Classes are offered online on Zoom. - GED Preparation Classes: Help students prepare to take the GED (High School Equivalent) exam. Classes cover all testing subjects, including math, social studies, science, and language arts (grammar and writing). Classes are offered in person, while Math courses are offered online on Zoom. - Youth in Action (YA!): A Latine-focused youth program for 9th - 12th grade students in the Twin Cities Area providing mentorship, leadership development, skill-building opportunities, college preparation, community service-learning projects, and innovative programs.

Provides support through group meetings, one to one connections, information, individual advocacy, and education. Services include: Information & Referral - Assistance with navigating and connecting to resources Adult Advocacy - People First: Assists adults ages 18 and older to grow in self-advocacy skills, participate in the communities where they live, and engage legislatively with elected officials and candidates - Assists adults who are experiencing discrimination in the workplace, housing, education, and the justice system - Collaborates with other service providers in supporting individuals Education & Training - Disability Equality Training Series (DETS): Participants strengthen their self-advocacy and assert communication skills; explore their values and strengths; and learn about disability legislation. - VRS Community Partner: Assists with Independent Living Skills (Adults) and Pre-Employment Transition Skills (Transition Age) for individuals who are seeking employment. - Healthy Relationships: Supports children and adults with disabilities of all genders and sexual orientations. Healthy Relationships sessions include: - Respect - Communication - Different types of relationships - How to maintain relationships - Personal boundaries, values and comfort zones - Safety - Personal choice - Consent - Who is my safe person? - Self-Advocacy Training and Support Groups

- Healthy Movement Programming includes: - Athletic programs: Individual/teams including basketball, flag football, soccer and baseball - Open gym and physical activities - Outdoor and environmental education - Conflict resolution - Counseling - Education/Computer Learning Center includes computer driving stimulation program to practice safe driving, basic instruction, and avoiding risky behaviors while driving - Nutrition program includes: - Healthy meal/snack served daily - Nutrition education and meal preparation - Gardening opportunities - K - 8 Reading and literacy enrichment program for youth who have been assessed as needing focused reading support, and numeracy enrichment to assist youth in transition from "learning to read" to "reading to learn" skills with a focus on building math proficiencies - K - 12 Academic enrichment program for youth to promote academic growth Offers 1:1 academic support including tutoring, skills to become self-directed learners, STEM focused activities and Mentoring program - Leadership/citizenship groups - Life skills education - Teen Pathways College Readiness Program: Individualized support and assistance preparing youth for ACT/SAT exams, college applications, college visits and other assistance as needed to ensure student's progress - Teen Pathways Employment Readiness Program: Individualized and mentoring support to enhance working and life skills including managing a checking account, creating a budget, saving and investing, career plans and mentoring, vocational exploration, interviewing techniques and additional services as needed to ensure a student's success beyond high school - "Smart Moves" drug and alcohol use prevention program and premature sexual activity prevention

- Healthy Movement Programming includes: - Athletic programs: Individual/teams including basketball, flag football, soccer and baseball - Open gym and physical activities - Outdoor and environmental education - Conflict resolution - Counseling - Education/Computer Learning Center includes computer driving stimulation program to practice safe driving, basic instruction, and avoiding risky behaviors while driving - Nutrition program includes: - Healthy meal/snack served daily - Nutrition education and meal preparation - Gardening opportunities - K - 8 Reading and literacy enrichment program for youth who have been assessed as needing focused reading support, and numeracy enrichment to assist youth in transition from "learning to read" to "reading to learn" skills with a focus on building math proficiencies - K - 12 Academic enrichment program for youth to promote academic growth Offers 1:1 academic support including tutoring, skills to become self-directed learners, STEM focused activities and Mentoring program - Leadership/citizenship groups - Life skills education - Teen Pathways College Readiness Program: Individualized support and assistance preparing youth for ACT/SAT exams, college applications, college visits and other assistance as needed to ensure student's progress - Teen Pathways Employment Readiness Program: Individualized and mentoring support to enhance working and life skills including managing a checking account, creating a budget, saving and investing, career plans and mentoring, vocational exploration, interviewing techniques and additional services as needed to ensure a student's success beyond high school - "Smart Moves" drug and alcohol use prevention program and premature sexual activity prevention