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The Boys & Girls Club of the Bemidji Area is dedicated to inspiring and enabling young people, particularly those in need, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens. The organization fosters a safe and engaging environment where youth can develop positive relationships while participating in life-changing programs. With a mission centered on academic success, healthy lifestyles, and good character development, the Club serves a diverse community of youth. Through various initiatives, including free meals and community outreach, the Boys & Girls Club fills the vital gap between school and home, enhancing the lives of many local children and teens. Generated from the website

Evergreen Youth & Family Services is a private non-profit organization situated in Bemidji, Minnesota, dedicated to strengthening youth and preserving families in the greater Bemidji area. For nearly 50 years, Evergreen has provided critical services through its Drop-In Center for youth and young adults and the Evergreen Youth Shelter, catering to minors aged 9-17. Serving clients from various counties in northern Minnesota, including nearby reservations, Evergreen offers a comprehensive safety net that includes emergency food and shelter, counseling, mentoring, and independent living skills training. Each year, over 1,000 young individuals and families utilize these vital resources to support successful transitions into adulthood. Generated from the website

Evergreen House is now doing business as Evergreen Youth & Family Services. Evergreen's Board approved this name change in early 2011 to reflect our unique niche in the Greater Bemidji Area and region. Our legal name change, logo and website changes will take effect later in 2011. Evergreen Youth & Family Services is a community-based organization committed to strengthening youth and preserving families with an emphasis on those living in Northern Minnesota. Evergreen Youth & Family Services believes that communities are strongest when every individual is treated with dignity and respect and has support to achieve his/her full human potential. Evergreen House chooses to remain client-centered with an emphasis on being responsive to each individual and families' needs while maintaining a high level of professionalism, compassion and empathy. We operate from a position of hope, faith and support. Our services and perspective are often grassroots in nature and it is because of our strong relationships and resources that Evergreen House remains a catalyst in the region for proactive services, education and advocacy. About the Agency Evergreen Youth & Family Services is a multi-program youth and family service organization. We have served the Greater Bemidji Area for 30+ years. We provide youth and family crisis intervention services, family reunification support, independent living skills and healthy lifestyles for youth, mentoring, leadership development, and safe housing for youth and young adults. All services are free to youth and families. Evergreen provides direct services to 2, 500 children, teens, and families each year. Many more are reached through community outreach and educational presentations.