THE LINK
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1998
Minneapolis, MN 55405 USA
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The Link
Overview
The Link is a nonprofit organization founded in 1991 by Jim Marshall and Oscar Reed, two former Minnesota Vikings and prominent Black community leaders. Initially known as Professional Sports Linkage, the organization has evolved to address critical social issues affecting youth and young families.
Mission and Vision
The Link's mission involves partnering with youth to help them transition from crisis to safety and healing. This is achieved through a range of programs designed to secure housing, promote job opportunities, and facilitate personal growth. The organization's vision is focused on creating a community where all youth have equitable access to resources and opportunities.
Services and Programs
The Link provides a comprehensive suite of services tailored to meet the needs of youth facing homelessness, sexual exploitation, and involvement in the juvenile justice system. These services include:
- Street Outreach and Emergency Shelter: Offering immediate support to homeless youth.
- Housing Programs: Providing stable housing options, including over 250 units each night.
- Crisis Intervention: Addressing urgent needs through specialized interventions.
- Supportive Services: Fostering healing, education, and employment opportunities.
Impact and Reach
The Link serves over 2,000 youth and families annually across the Twin Cities metro area. Approximately 85% of its clients identify as Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC). The organization emphasizes youth leadership, empowering young people through co-leadership models and paid advisory positions to shape its programs authentically.
History and Development
Since its inception, The Link has expanded its scope significantly:
- 1991: Founded as Professional Sports Linkage.
- 2005: Opened its first housing program.
- 2011: Began a Rapid Rehousing Program for homeless youth.
- 2014: Established the Safe Harbor Division for sexually exploited youth.
- 2016: Initiated a culturally specific housing program for LGBTQ+ youth.
- 2018: Launched homeless prevention programs in North Minneapolis.
The Link's commitment to equity and social justice is reflected in its advocacy efforts, including policy changes such as the Homeless Youth Act and Safe Harbor Law.
Governance and Leadership
The Link is led by a staff and board that prioritize lived experience and community insight. It collaborates with youth and adult leaders to ensure that its services are responsive to community needs and culturally informed.
Honors and Recognition
The organization has received recognition for its community impact, including recent awards highlighting its contributions to the nonprofit sector.
[1] https://www.idealist.org/en/nonprofit/911dac2bf43747e88985a13536c03fa4-the-link-minneapolis [2] https://thelinkmn.org/who-we-are/ [3] http://www.thelinkmn.org [4] https://www.givemn.org/organization/The-Link-Mn [5] https://www.linknonprofit.org
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📚🍎 Happy first day of school! At The Link, we’re grateful to walk alongside youth as they pursue their education goals—whether they’re starting sixth grade, entering senior year, or continuing on to a post-secondary program. We are also honored to support many young parents who are sending their little ones off to school for the first time. ❤ You can help make sure youth and families have the resources and stability they need all year long. Join our monthly giving program and be part of providing consistent support: https://tinyurl.com/y8a452a9 (fb)
A big thank you to Apple Autos for being a Resilience Sponsor of our upcoming Rise for Change Breakfast! 🌟 We’re so grateful for your partnership in building brighter futures for youth in our community. #RiseForChange #CommunityPartners #TheLinkMN (fb)
Poslední komentáře
❤️ So inspired by the incredible work The Link is doing for our youth! Every effort counts in creating a brighter future. Let’s continue to support and uplift those in need! #EmpowerYouthdetail |
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🙌 It’s amazing to see an organization like The Link so dedicated to addressing social injustices. Together, we can help our young people find their path to stability and success! 💪 #MakeADifferencedetail |
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1. What are some effective strategies for engaging youth in the decision-making processes of NGOs focused on social justice and poverty alleviation?Odpovědí: 3, Naposledy před 1 den detail |
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2. How can community partnerships enhance the support systems for youth experiencing homelessness and sexual exploitation in urban areas?Odpovědí: 3, Naposledy před 1 den detail |
V okolí
299
1531
4.5
Minneapolis
O společnosti
- P30, L80 -
Who We Are The Link is a youth and adult led nonprofit based in North Minneapolis and serving the Twin Cities Metro. Founded in 1991 The Link is committed to empowering youth and families to overcome the impacts of poverty and social injustice. Our Impact Leadership Staff Careers What We Do The Link works with youth and young families experiencing homelessness sexual exploitation and involvement in the juvenile justice system. We serve youth ages 1024 across the Twin Cities Metro.
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