City of Brookings

Inter-Lakes Community Action Partnership is a community-based nonprofit organization dedicated to serving primarily low-income families and senior citizens across a 14-county area in East Central South Dakota. The organization administers a variety of programs supported by grants, donations, and community resources to empower participants and enhance their communities. With a vision of sustainable communities where children, families, and individuals can reach their full potential, Inter-Lakes Community Action Partnership operates with core values of compassion, dedication, innovation, integrity, and relevance. Their mission focuses on empowering people to embrace their strengths and opportunities, fostering a supportive environment for growth and development. Generated from the website

Brookings County Youth Mentoring Program (BCYMP) is a non-profit organization based in Brookings, SD, dedicated to building and supporting consistent and encouraging mentoring relationships for youth in the community. Through their volunteer mentorship program, BCYMP aims to challenge personal growth and expand future possibilities for both mentors and mentees. By providing trained, caring adults as mentors, BCYMP strives to increase the resiliency of young people and add protective factors to their lives. BCYMP believes that each mentoring relationship positively impacts not only the individual mentee but also the community as a whole. Mentors play a crucial role in supporting and challenging the growth of youth, while also providing hope and encouragement. Through their efforts, BCYMP aims to create a stronger, more resilient community by empowering young people and helping them realize their full potential.Generated from the website