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.

- Youth development and youth service opportunities - Youth programs for preschoolers through high school - School age child care

Is dedicated to developing lifelong learning opportunities while utilizing community resources and coordinating with local agencies to meet the ever changing needs of adults and children in the area. Providing: - Adult enrichment: Lap swim, puzzle race, social club classes, and virtual workshops - Summer recreation: Baseball, softball, rookie ball, and t-ball - Youth activities: Babysitting clinic, cookie decorating, culinary crafts, firearm safety, grand rapids academic summer programs, minecraft, painting, tumbling, and fishing contest - Youth athletics: Basketball, dance, soccer, swim and dive camp, track, volleyball, and wrestling

Helps people develop skills and knowledge to improve their lives and communities. Offers a variety of programs for learners of all ages. Class offerings include adult basic education, adult day trips, arts and crafts classes, computer classes, exercise classes, field trips, sports and recreational activities, youth enrichment classes, and more.

Offers recreational and educational activities to all ages, including youth and adults. Activities offered: - Cooking classes, yoga, pottery, day trips, and more for adults - Youth instruction classes in dance instruction, karate, and music - Youth enrichment programs - Youth sports activities which include baseball, basketball, football, golf, gymnastics, hockey, nordic skiing, running, soccer, softball, tennis, volleyball, weight training, and wrestling

Provides opportunity for various community education classes for community members (children to adults)

Community and adult basic education, youth programming, including enrichment and recreation, senior citizen programs including ABE, ESL, and GED classes.

Offers onsite youth development activities year-round. Direct services provided to youth and families include these core elements: - Literacy focus: literacy interventions are customized to meet the unique needs of each child. - Caring adult tutors: highly-trained, culturally-competent volunteers provide a consistent, 4-hour weekly dosage of programming throughout the year. - Social asset development: youth-driven service learning projects are designed to build competence, confidence, connections, and community. - Strong family engagement: parents are equipped with new skills that bolster their role in advancing their children's learning. - Youth voice: youth are empowered to set behavior expectations, work with their tutors to develop their own goals, and shape program offerings through evaluation. - 21st century skill-building: the program works to build digital literacy and integrates technology, such as laptops and e-readers, to enhance literacy.

Offers various youth and adult enrichment classes.

In partnership with Girls, Inc., YWCA offers a mentorship program delivered by trained professionals to help youth take risks, discover and grow their strengths, learn to value themselves, and create long-lasting mentorship in a pro-girl environment. Offers a research-based curriculum to help participants to: - Achieve academically - Discover an interest in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) - Lead healthy and physically active lives - Make positive connections to peers and adults, contribute to society, and believe in their ability to create the best possible future for themselves - Manage money - Navigate media messages Programs Offered: - Girls Inc. Eureka Program: A five-year cohort for youth interested in STEM fields. Partners with the College of Science and Engineering at the University of Minnesota to guide participants to explore career interests and dreams while supporting them through high school graduation and preparing them for their next steps. - Girls RAP Program (Resolution and Prevention) Program: An intervention program that works with 12-18 years old girl-identifying youth using an empowerment framework. Community RAP works with youth who are involved or at-risk for involvement with the juvenile justice and adjacent systems. School-based RAP works with youth who may be experiencing challenges with or within the school environment. - Out-of-School Time Program: Available to girls and gender-expansive youth in grades 4-8 in the Minneapolis Public Schools and at YWCA Minneapolis. The program focuses on economic literacy, leadership, community engagement, and healthy decision 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.

21st Century Community Learning Centers: In partnership with the Minnesota Department of Education, HAP works with Community School of Excellence (CSE) and Prairie Seeds Academy (PSA) to after school academic and enrichment activities that include: the arts, music, crafts, leadership and personal develeopment, STEM classes, career exploration, and additional services. Ascend: Works with victims and at-risk youth to address the severe harm caused by their explotation and move them towards recovery and independence Hmoob Toj Sjab: A Montesorri school in which children learn all the foundation necessities for survival in their enviroment. Children learn all the basic building blocks that make up the world within and around them. They build awareness in identifying colors, shapes, textures, and dimensions; accomplish simple chores; develop manners such as grace and courtesy; learn to care for themselves and their enviroment; and build reading, writing, and math skills. In-Home Parenting: In-home parenting services and support to families referred by Ramsey County. Learn and Live: Health Education Programs: Education and outreach to the Hmong Community for breast and cervical cancer awareness and screening. Pathways to Eliminate Addiction: Adolescent and Adult Chemical Health Support program for Hmong individuals. The goal of the program is to reduce drug and alcohol use in the Hmong community by working with individuals to achieve or sustain abstinence, improve health, wellness and a quality of life. Project Grow: After-school program for ages 14 - 21, training students in exploring leadership, agriculture, college and career, and conservation. Saint Paul Promise Neighborhood Hmong Navigator: A HAP family navigator located at Jackson Elementary works at the school's Family Center to help connect low income families with minor children to community resources. Transcend: Crises intervention, social supports, safety planning, and legal advocacy for Hmong and Karen women who are experiencing domestic violence. YouthLEAD: Career education and paid internships for SE Asians ages 16 - 24. Must reside in Ramsey County.

- Full-Day Child Care: Nine metro Early Childhood Learning Centers provide full-day, year-round child care options for children ages six weeks to five years - Part-Day Preschool: Three area preschools prepare kids two to five years old for school with part-day readiness programs during the school year - School Age Care: Provides before-and after-school care and school release day options for kids in kindergarten through sixth grade at many locations across the Twin Cities - Summer Youth Programs: Provides full-day summer enrichment, including Summer Power, Uproar, and Summer Sports for kids in preschool through eighth grade

Safe Harbor Programming for youth ages 17-24 who have been victims of sexual exploitation. Crime Victim Services: Advocacy and support and services for youth ages 9-24 who have been victims of a crime. Youth-At-Work: Assistance to low income youth ages 14-24 who are needing support and assistance finding jobs, completing applications developing a resume, interviewing skills, etc.

Offers a variety of recreational activities and youth enrichment programs. Provides a variety of different parks that feature boat access points, swimming pools, walking trails, and more. Parks include: - Bruce Nawrocki Park - Edgemoor Park - Gauvitte Park - Hilltop Park - Huset Park East - Huset Park West - Keyes Park - LaBelle Park - Lomianki Park - McKenna Park - Ostrander Park - Prestemon Park - Ramsdell Park - Silver Lake Park - Sullivan Lake Park

- Community classes - Field trips - GED - Adult basic education - Recreation programs - Youth development - Wadena County Historical Society - Book club

Elementary School (Grades K-5) Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) ECFE offers programming for children under age 5 and their caregivers, in partnership with Minneapolis Public Schools. Provides weekly Play and Learn drop-in classes that support early learning through play-based activities for children and their caregivers. Also offer Seedlings, an evening program held twice a week, focused on holistic, multi-generational learning for families. Thrive An after-school and out-of-school program that nurtures the whole child through cultural awareness, educational enrichment, healthy meals, physical activity, homework help, and leadership development. Thrive also emphasizes relationship-building with caring young adults from the community, social-emotional learning, and teamwork. Kids Club A service-learning initiative that introduces children to the value of helping others through age-appropriate community projects. Cool Off Days A summer enrichment program that promotes social and intellectual growth through hands-on learning, field trips, and physical activities in a fun and engaging environment. ? Middle School (Grades 6-8) SOAR An after-school and out-of-school program focused on helping youth build life and career skills, explore personal values and identity, set meaningful goals, and participate in service-learning projects. SOAR also provides academic support through homework help and skill-building activities. Cool Off Days A summer program designed to build social and intellectual skills through exciting activities such as field trips, service projects, career exploration, science projects, and workplace visits. Kids Club A service-learning and civic engagement program that empowers middle schoolers to make a difference in their communities through meaningful outreach projects, such as creating care items for individuals experiencing homelessness or writing cards for seniors. ? High School (Grades 9-12) Aspire ???An academic support program for high school students on scholarship at DeLaSalle or Cristo Rey. Helps youth with homework, building relationships, and explore careers with business and educational leaders. Meets only twice per week and in the evenings?? Elevate A support-focused program offering academic assistance, career exploration opportunities, and mentorship. Elevate helps high school youth prepare for post-secondary success by developing leadership, communication, and goal-setting skills.

After school and summer program that increases community involvement and provides youth with educational, recreational, and cultural activities: - Art programs - Community service projects - Computer center - Homework assistance - Nutrition education - Social skills training

YWCA Beacons Learning Centers are located at Hmong International Academy, Franklin Middle School, and South High School. The centers offer youth a combination of academic and youth enrichment activities four days a week. The afterschool and summer programs support school success, while providing opportunities for learning, leadership, healthy life choices, college, and career readiness.

The public school district offers educational and vocational programming in areas of interest to community residents. Enrichment opportunities are also available for children through older adults in the community. Also offer community wellness programs with forums on topics related to health and healthy communities.

- Full-Day Child Care: Nine metro Early Childhood Learning Centers provide full-day, year-round child care options for children ages six weeks to five years - Part-Day Preschool: Three area preschools prepare kids two to five years old for school with part-day readiness programs during the school year - School Age Care: Provides before-and after-school care and school release day options for kids in kindergarten through sixth grade at many locations across the Twin Cities - Summer Youth Programs: Provides full-day summer enrichment, including Summer Power, Uproar, and Summer Sports for kids in preschool through eighth grade

Provides after school enrichment activities and summer programs for youth in grades kindergarten - 5th in north Minneapolis.

Social, recreational, athletic, educational, and spiritual development programs and activities focusing on youth ages 5 - 18, including: - Athletic and recreational activities, including basketball and baseball, developmental and competitive teams - Christmas with Dignity gives parents the opportunity to purchase new gifts for their children at 10% of retail cost - Creative and Performing Arts programs: Youth choir, Praise Dance, Friday Fun, and Saturday creative arts - Educational enrichment and after-school and summer programs providing: Individual tutoring, classroom academic enrichment activities, computer skills development, recreational games and skill development, creative arts, life skills, leadership development, and service learning - Friday Midnight Basketball for young men 16 - 22 - Partnership programs including: Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts, and Christmas with Dignity for families - Volunteer, Internship and community service opportunities for youth and adults

Community Education Programs including: - Adult Academic Program: High school diploma classes, Adult Basic Skills classes, English Language Learning (ESL/ELL), GED preparation classes, Alternative Learning Center, Citizenship classes, Workplace Readiness, Family Literacy Program; GED Testing Center, ABE for Adults with Disabilities: Contact: (763)504-8300 - Adult Enrichment classes - Adults 19-54, Adults 55 and older, Contact: (763)504-6990 - Adventure Club School Age Care in District 281 Elementary Schools before and after school, non-school days, summer: Contact: (763)504-5320 - Community Schools and Partnerships: Contact: (763)504-4900 - Windows of Opportunity: Enrichment classes and activities for adults with disabilities: Contact: (763)504-6990 - Discover U Programs for Youth: After School, School's Out! and Summer Activities for K-8 students; Driver Education; Youth Leadership/Service: Contact: (763)504-6990

Community Education Programs including: - Adult Academic Program: High school diploma classes, Adult Basic Skills classes, English Language Learning (ESL/ELL), GED preparation classes, Alternative Learning Center, Citizenship classes, Workplace Readiness, Family Literacy Program; GED Testing Center, ABE for Adults with Disabilities: Contact: (763)504-8300 - Adult Enrichment classes - Adults 19-54, Adults 55 and older, Contact: (763)504-6990 - Adventure Club School Age Care in District 281 Elementary Schools before and after school, non-school days, summer: Contact: (763)504-5320 - Community Schools and Partnerships: Contact: (763)504-4900 - Windows of Opportunity: Enrichment classes and activities for adults with disabilities: Contact: (763)504-6990 - Discover U Programs for Youth: After School, School's Out! and Summer Activities for K-8 students; Driver Education; Youth Leadership/Service: Contact: (763)504-6990