Impact begins with safety belonging and opportunity
Youthworks walks alongside young people as they build stability, strengthen relationships, and pursue goals that matter to them. The 2025 results below reflect what youth, families, team members, community partners, and supporters make possible together.
Safety in 2025
young people accessed emergency shelter during a crisis
crisis calls helped stabilize young people and families
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of young people in Transitional Housing exited to safe and stable housing
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of young people identified at least one permanent, healthy adult connection outside Youthworks
young people completed out of school suspension with Youthworks and returned to school
Well being in 2025
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of young people engaged in ongoing support beyond the immediate crisis
young people engaged in activities that strengthened cultural connection
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of young people in Transitional Housing reported improved or stable mental, dental, or overall health
families received Brief Strategic Family Therapy support
young people in emergency shelter received counseling support while staying in the shelter
Relationships and connection in 2025
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of young people identified at least one permanent, healthy adult connection outside Youthworks
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of young people in emergency shelter transitioned to a safe and stable living situation
young people returned to or maintained connection with family or another safe adult after leaving home
young people took part in youth leadership opportunities that used their voices and influenced decisions
Life goals in 2025
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of young people who had left home re engaged in school or employment
young people received life skills support, including resume building and financial education
young people participated in service learning or future focused prevention programs
young people received trafficking prevention support through education, groups, or supportive services
REAL PEOPLE. REAL CHANGE
Success Story:David’s journey
At 17, David came to Youthworks’ emergency shelter looking for support. In the years that followed, he accessed housing support, counseling, anger management, and continued connection while building stability in his life. Today, he is using his experience to advocate for young people, help improve systems, and encourage others.
How Youthworksis supported
Local contributions are essential to Youthworks’ work with youth and families. Alongside grants, United Way, and foundation funding, community giving helps sustain consistent support and respond to needs that other funding does not fully cover. Every contribution strengthens our ability to show up for youth across North Dakota and west central Minnesota.