Arise Project
Join this collaboration of bold and civic-minded professionals dedicated to addressing the needs of the LGBTQ community.
United Way Arise Project was established to bring caring professionals together to support the lives of LGBTQ youth experiencing homelessness. This nationally recognized initiative has raised nearly $1 million for local programs that help LGBTQ youth experiencing homelessness feel safe and on a path to thrive.
When you join Arise Project, you’ll connect with other committed LGBTQA professionals driving community change by meeting the urgent needs of LGBTQ youth experiencing homelessness. You’ll be able to direct your investment while tracking the impact you make in this community, and have the chance to participate in meaningful volunteer projects that serve local homeless youth.
Nonprofit of the Year
We are thrilled to announce that Arise Project has won Quorum’s Nonprofit of the Year award!
Recent Events
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Arise Project Lunch and Learn with the Tretter Collection
- See more of what we’re up to on our main events page.
Upcoming Events
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We are always planning new events.Check back for more later!
Arise Project Members
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"It’s estimated that 40 percent of homeless youth are LGBTQ kids. This feels like an area where we can leverage our money to make a difference. Especially in a place that we love so much: the Twin Cities. "
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"Homelessness happens when a young person comes out. But a homeless youth is probably not going to stand on the side of the road with a sign. They’re going to look like your son, daughter, niece or nephew. "
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"“I'm honored to return this year once again as an Arise Project Givenator to ensure the funding for LGBTQ youth homelessness matches the need.” "
Invest in Arise Project
Through your Arise Project donation, you’re helping LGBTQ youth experiencing homelessness in the greater Twin Cities region, in both urban and suburban areas.
- An estimated 2,500 youth are without shelter on any given night in Minnesota. (Wilder Research)
- One out of every five homeless young people identify LGBT. (National Coalition for Homelessness)
- There are only 93 shelter beds available for youth, and only two specifically allocated for LGBTQ youth experiencing homelessness.
