For the fifth year in a row, The Bridge for Youth commUNITY gathered to commemorate Juneteenth. Together, we recognized Black liberation and excellence with an afternoon of great food, music, dancing, and cultural celebrations. Youth and their loved ones, along with staff, sponsors, and volunteers, lined up for incredible food from House of Jerk and Gouda’sContinue Reading

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LGBTQ+ Pride Month: Youth Reflections
On any given night in Minnesota, over 6,000 youth are without the safety of home. A disproportionate amount of these young people identify as LGBTQ+. Too often, when a youth comes out, they find themselves without safety, acceptance, and support. The Bridge for Youth is a safe place for all LGBTQ+ youth. In 2025 alone, 27% of theContinue Reading

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Help Shape the Future for Youth Experiencing Homelessness
Join The Bridge for Youth Board of Directors For more than 56 years, The Bridge for Youth has been a critical resource for young people in crisis in the Twin Cities. We are the largest emergency shelter for youth ages 10-17 in Hennepin County, the only emergency shelter in Minnesota for young parents and their children, andContinue Reading



