Parents in Community Action

Connections to Independence (C2i) is a Minneapolis-based organization dedicated to supporting youth in foster care, specifically those aged 14 to 24, by providing tailored programming and advocacy to facilitate their transition to independent living. C2i collaborates with permanent placement providers, community-based organizations, and counties to create a network of resources that empower youth to achieve their dreams and aspirations. With a focus on five core competencies—financial literacy, housing, employment, education, and personal wellness—C2i aims to equip foster care providers with essential knowledge and tools to enhance their caregiving journey. The organization values community engagement and seeks to connect with local leaders to further its mission of fostering successful and healthy transitions for youth in care. Generated from the website

The Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) Twin Cities is a local office of LISC, one of the largest organizations dedicated to revitalizing communities and increasing economic opportunities for residents. With a focus on the Twin Cities area, LISC Twin Cities provides capital, strategy, and expertise to community development partners, resulting in significant investments in affordable housing, commercial and community spaces, and financial stability for thousands of individuals. Over the past 35 years, LISC Twin Cities has invested $734 million through grants, loans, and equity, leveraging an additional $2.9 billion in local projects. Their impact includes the creation and preservation of 17,404 affordable homes and apartments, as well as the development of 2.4 million square feet of new or renovated commercial and community space. Through their Financial Opportunity Centers, LISC Twin Cities has also helped 8,000 people improve their financial stability. With a commitment to creative placemaking and community ownership, LISC Twin Cities continues to play a vital role in the ongoing revitalization of the Twin Cities community.Generated from the website

Pillsbury United Communities is one of the largest, nonprofit, house-based settlement organizations in the United States. It operates the Oak Park Center, which offers emergency short-term overnight care and daycare placements for children up to the age of 12 in northern Minneapolis. The organization s Brian Coyle Center administers adult employment and education programs. Pillsbury United Communities manages a staff of more than 35,000 employees. Its Waite House provides human services and community building activities. The organization s facilities feature kitchens, gymnasiums, classrooms and meeting areas. Pillsbury United Communities PUC Interpreting Agency offers medical and dental care solutions. Its Pillsbury House organizes several health workshops.