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Join Avenues for Youth in advocating for resources to support youth experiencing homelessness during the 2022 Minnesota legislative session! The stakes are higher than ever as 13,300 youth in Minnesota will experience homelessness this year alone. Avenues works to ensure the safety and dignity of young people on their journey…
Read MoreOn this International Women’s Day, Avenues is highlighting Toni, a Youth Support Specialist and Food Coordinator at Minneapolis Avenues. Toni has been with Avenues for almost a year and has been essential during the pandemic in keeping our North Minneapolis shelter and transitional living program running smoothly. Thank you Toni for…
Read MoreSeptember is dedicated to Avenues’ monthly donors like Kailee and Patrick! Monthly donors provide a financial foundation that allows Avenues to plan during unpredictable times like now. They also give Avenues stability to stay open 24/7 to youth needing shelter, housing, or support. Monthly donors are so important to Avenues,…
Read MoreSeptember is dedicated to Avenues’ monthly donors like Siri and Kagan! Monthly donors provide a financial foundation that allows Avenues to plan during unpredictable times like now. They also give Avenues stability to stay open 24/7 to youth needing shelter, housing, or support. Monthly donors are so important to Avenues,…
Read MoreThis month Twin Cities United Way donated 112 backpacks full of school supplies for youth at Avenues! The backpacks will help kick start youth going back to school this fall. “A lot of youth (at Avenues) are over eighteen and out of high school,” James Mullins, Avenues Education and Career…
Read MoreJudy, a 20-year-old at Minneapolis Avenues, shared about her journey at Avenues. Read her interview below. Judy’s Interview What can society do better for youth? Listen to youth. Ask youth what they need instead of assuming. What do you think causes youth homelessness? Mental health, family issues, unfair adults, and…
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