Creating pathways
for youth.
YouthLink serves young people ages 16-24 experiencing or at risk of homelessness in the Twin Cities, MN. We help youth at all stages of their journey.
1,315 youth experience homelessness on any given night in Minnesota.
You can make a difference.
the youth opportunity center
Our Services and Programs
Drop-In Center
Get basic needs like a hot meal, shower, and clothing at our drop-in center. Meet with a case manager or youth advocate to access housing, education, and more.
Health & Wellness
Youth can access physical and mental health care onsite at YouthLink. We also have a weekly support group for young people that have experienced violence or victimization.
Housing
YouthLink can help you find housing and get connected to local housing programs. We provide staffing for two supportive housing apartment buildings, as well as scattered-site housing units.
Read stories about youth, staff, and partners on our blog, as well as find YouthLink news and updates.
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Ending Homelessness Takes More Than Housing: Why Drop-In Services are Essential
This month, we’re excited to feature a guest perspective on the YouthLink blog from our Housing Director, Kevin Nye. With more than a decade of experience working in homelessness services,…
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Spring into Health: Why Menstrual Hygiene Products Matter
Spring is a season of renewal — a time to care for ourselves and one another. At YouthLink, this “Spring into Health” season highlights a simple but essential need: access to menstrual hygiene products. Our Clothing Closet and…
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Education and Career Support, Embedded at YouthLink
At YouthLink, education and career support isn’t a standalone service—it’s woven throughout everything we do. Across our Drop-In Center and Housing programs, case managers work alongside young people to identify goals, build stability, and take…
Real people.
Real transformation.
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1 event,An employment counselor from Hired is typically onsite every Tuesday and Thursday. Hired provides coaching, support, and training to help youth and young adults complete a diploma or GED, explore… |
1 event,YouthLink’s T.R.U.E. Group is a welcoming space for young people ages 18-24 that have experienced violence, victimization, or trauma in their lives. All youth are welcomed and supported on their… |
2 events,An employment counselor from Hired is typically onsite every Tuesday and Thursday. Hired provides coaching, support, and training to help youth and young adults complete a diploma or GED, explore… 
Each Thursday, Kulture Klub Collaborative meets to record and produce their 4TheKulture podcast. Open Art Studio time is also available during this time. You can find the studio downstairs of Youthlink’s… |
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1 event,An employment counselor from Hired is typically onsite every Tuesday and Thursday. Hired provides coaching, support, and training to help youth and young adults complete a diploma or GED, explore… |
1 event,YouthLink’s T.R.U.E. Group is a welcoming space for young people ages 18-24 that have experienced violence, victimization, or trauma in their lives. All youth are welcomed and supported on their… |
2 events,An employment counselor from Hired is typically onsite every Tuesday and Thursday. Hired provides coaching, support, and training to help youth and young adults complete a diploma or GED, explore…
Each Thursday, Kulture Klub Collaborative meets to record and produce their 4TheKulture podcast. Open Art Studio time is also available during this time. You can find the studio downstairs of Youthlink’s… |
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1 event,An employment counselor from Hired is typically onsite every Tuesday and Thursday. Hired provides coaching, support, and training to help youth and young adults complete a diploma or GED, explore… |
1 event,YouthLink’s T.R.U.E. Group is a welcoming space for young people ages 18-24 that have experienced violence, victimization, or trauma in their lives. All youth are welcomed and supported on their… |
2 events,An employment counselor from Hired is typically onsite every Tuesday and Thursday. Hired provides coaching, support, and training to help youth and young adults complete a diploma or GED, explore…
Each Thursday, Kulture Klub Collaborative meets to record and produce their 4TheKulture podcast. Open Art Studio time is also available during this time. You can find the studio downstairs of Youthlink’s… |
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1 event,An employment counselor from Hired is typically onsite every Tuesday and Thursday. Hired provides coaching, support, and training to help youth and young adults complete a diploma or GED, explore… |
1 event,YouthLink’s T.R.U.E. Group is a welcoming space for young people ages 18-24 that have experienced violence, victimization, or trauma in their lives. All youth are welcomed and supported on their… |
2 events,An employment counselor from Hired is typically onsite every Tuesday and Thursday. Hired provides coaching, support, and training to help youth and young adults complete a diploma or GED, explore…
Each Thursday, Kulture Klub Collaborative meets to record and produce their 4TheKulture podcast. Open Art Studio time is also available during this time. You can find the studio downstairs of Youthlink’s… |
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1 event,YouthLink’s T.R.U.E. Group is a welcoming space for young people ages 18-24 that have experienced violence, victimization, or trauma in their lives. All youth are welcomed and supported on their… |
2 events,An employment counselor from Hired is typically onsite every Tuesday and Thursday. Hired provides coaching, support, and training to help youth and young adults complete a diploma or GED, explore…
Each Thursday, Kulture Klub Collaborative meets to record and produce their 4TheKulture podcast. Open Art Studio time is also available during this time. You can find the studio downstairs of Youthlink’s… |
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How can you help youth experiencing homelessness?
Your support makes a difference for young people. It takes a community to make this work happen! Whether you are volunteering your time and talents, donating funds or items, or amplifying YouthLink’s message in the community, we cannot do our work without you!