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Thank you to Teresa and Joel Anderson, long-time advocates of Avenues for Youth, for becoming our very first Legacy Circle members! Avenues recently launched a Legacy Circle, which honors those who inform us that they are including Avenues for Youth in their estate plans. This commitment ensures that youth have…
Read MoreJune was full of pride and solidarity as we celebrated LGBTQI+ youth. From fundraisers to festivals, community partners raised support for Avenues’ programs. Together, we’re creating safe and affirming spaces where all youth can thrive! Best Buy Pride Showcase and Resource Fair Thank you to Best Buy and Cargill for…
Read MoreWe rely on volunteers and community support to keep the houses looking great, stock the closets with hygiene products and welcome baskets, and spread awareness of our work. BOSTON SCIENTIFIC Thank you to Nancy and the entire team at Boston Scientific Arden Hills location for the gift of 88 smartphones! When the…
Read MoreFebruary is Black History Month and we’re celebrating Black individuals from the past and present day who have changed the course of history and strengthened our communities. Black History is relevant every day, but we celebrate in February to honor ancestor Frederick Douglass, who was born enslaved and did not know his…
Read MoreWe’re feeling the love from our community partners! We rely on volunteers and community support to keep the houses looking great, stock the closets with hygiene products and welcome baskets, and spread awareness of our work. Over the last fiscal year, Avenues was fortunate to receive support from many companies,…
Read MoreRecently, youth at Brooklyn Avenues spent time creating self-love jars, pulling affirmation cards, writing a gratitude list, and celebrating the new year. While the youth contemplated love and gratitude, they ate snacks and later watched movies together after the staff cooked a delicious meal to share. In keeping with the…
Read MoreThis fall, ConneQT staff have enjoyed being out into the community, getting into conversation, and building relationships with incredible partners across the Twin Cities! AARP Twin Cities and StoryCorps Present Listening OutLoud: A Celebration of LGBTQ+ Voices AARP Minnesota and StoryCorps came together to document, preserve and amplify stories from…
Read MoreGive to the Max, Minnesota’s annual giving holiday is upon us! Give to the Max celebrates Minnesotan generosity and its impact on every community across our state. “Research shows that individual giving from donors like you and me is the largest source of revenue for nonprofits each year,” said Jake…
Read MoreWhen you partner with Avenues for Youth, you make a difference in the life of a young person experiencing homelessness. Community partners help provide vital support and dollars, advocate for equity, and learn about the root causes of homelessness. Thank you to our incredible October partners! Boston Scientific Shows Up…
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