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 homeless youth. This nationally recognized initiative has raised nearly $1 million for local programs that help LGBTQ homeless youth 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 homeless youth. 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.
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Arise Project Members
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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.” " -
""A kind home and mental health care are very important for kids and teens so they can grow into thriving adults." " -
"As Minnesotans, we pride ourselves on being a progressive, forward-thinking, compassionate and generous community. Yet, of the $1.6 billion that foundations and corporations grant annually in Minnesota, only 0.05% focuses on LGBTQ support. I think we can do better. Solving youth homelessness isn’t easy—but it starts with people like you and me to serve as a voice for the voiceless! "
Invest in Arise Project
Through your Arise Project donation, you’re helping LGBTQ homeless youth 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 homeless youth.
