The Homeless Youth Act in Minnesota has been a grassroots effort initiated by youth and youth workers to combat youth homelessness, with funding tripled to $41.5 million over two years, and it is estimated that $500 million per year is needed to fully address youth homelessness statewide.
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Empowering vulnerable youth: Backpack Project MN’s mission to provide basic needs
Backpack Project MN is a non-profit organization that provides backpacks filled with personal care items to over 6,000 homeless youth in Minnesota, and is seeking donations to continue their work in 2025.
