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A Safe Place for All Youth

When you can’t go home, when you feel shut out, when you just need a break, The Bridge for Youth is a safe and welcoming place that’s open and available whenever you need us—24/7/365.

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Vision

All youth feel safe, accepted, and supported.

Mission

The Bridge for Youth centers youth voice, justice, and equity in all we do, and empowers youth experiencing homelessness through safe shelter, basic needs, and healthy relationships.

Values

  • Patience
  • Love and Caring
  • Communication
  • Integrity
  • Co-Creation
  • Community
2022–2024 STRATEGIC DIRECTION

We need your support now more than ever.

Your donation helps provide safety and stability for the more than 6,000 youth experiencing homelessness in Minnesota each night.

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Volunteers play a crucial role at The Bridge.

Volunteers and interns contribute over 10,000 hours of service to help youth in crisis. Learn more about how you or your group can volunteer at The Bridge.

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Services & Programs

Emergency Shelter

The Bridge for Youth is a safe and accepting place that’s open and available whenever you need us—24/7/365.

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Supportive Housing

Site-based transitional living for pregnant and parenting youth ages 16-20; and affordable supportive housing for youth ages 18-22.

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Outreach and Support

Outreach and Support services connects with youth in the community through street, site and mobile outreach.

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Dylan Novacek /

A Letter From Jacoby

Nothing compares to the moment you realize your voice truly matters. For most of my childhood, it felt like mine didn’t. When I came to The Bridge for Youth, I finally found the compassion and care I had been missing. I’m writing to share how the support I received from The Bridge changed the courseContinue Reading

Dylan Novacek /

A Letter From Sam

Was there ever a moment in your life when you wanted to give up? What inspired you to keep going? For me, it was the support I found at The Bridge for Youth that changed everything. Without the care from their staff, I don’t know where I would be today. I’m sharing my story toContinue Reading

Dylan Novacek /

The GAYla Masquerade: A Night to Celebrate LGBTQ+ Identity

Joy and inclusivity shone bright as LGBTQ+ youth from across the Twin Cities came together to celebrate their identities at The GAYla Masquerade, presented by The Bridge for Youth. Attendees experienced drag performances, engaged in gender affirming activities, and embraced their truth in a safe space. “For too many LGBTQ+ youth, it’s hard to findContinue Reading

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