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Minnesota has among the lowest graduation rates in the country for youth in underserved communities, ranking 45th to 50th out of 50 in graduation rates for Native American, Asian American, Black and Hispanic youth.
According to a recent study by the CDC, 27.5 percent of adults 50 and older reported no physical activity outside of work during the past month – and inactivity increased significantly with age.
According to research conducted at UCLA, teen participation in after school programs helps reduce juvenile crime, sexual activity, and other risky behaviors such as drug and alcohol use.
It's tough to be a teenager these days.
According to research conducted at UCLA, teen participation in after school programs helps reduce juvenile crime, sexual activity, and other risky behaviors such as drug and alcohol use.
On July 28, 1856, a small group met in St. Paul’s First Presbyterian Church to form a Young Men’s Christian Association.
The YMCA offers camp programs to help kids and families build confidence and develop friendships while growing as leaders.
In schools nationwide, there’s a huge emphasis on S.T.E.M.
According to the World Health Organization, drowning is the third leading cause of unintentional injury death worldwide.
Youth sports has a dynamic place in our culture and even our economy.
Joan Schimml
Senior Director of Communications and Marketing
Email Joan