The Connect Drop-In Center for Youth
About
The purpose of a this drop-in center is to create a safe and welcoming space for youth ages 13-24 where they can meet their basic needs of food, showers, laundry, clothing, and additional resources. The drop-in center is run by Youth Connections from the The Connect Center. This drop-in center is not affiliated with any religion and all are welcome.
The drop-in center is currently open only by appointment.
Please visit the The Connect Center website for more information. The Connect Center Resources LINK
Phone Number: 612-475-4055
How to Help
Donate your time and talents by becoming a volunteer for the Youth Connect Drop-in Center.
Donate items to the drop-in center (see the list below).
Donate money to cover the cost of the buildout renovations. Please make checks payable to All Saints Lutheran Church; memo line: buildout. This money will go toward building a laundry space for use by The Connect Center.
Items needed
Gently used, age-appropriate clothing
Pantry food items - i.e. microwavable items: mac and cheese, Ramen noodle cups, and soup, fruit cups, protein granola bars, crackers, etc.
Printer paper
Backpacks
Gift cards in small amounts ($5-$10) - McDonalds, Starbucks, Target, Walmart, gas stations, etc.
Money for funding this important supportive service for our local youth
Homelessness in Washington County
For current statistics on homelessness in our area, please contact Crystal Gentry, the Homeless Liaison for District 833. Crystal’s email is: cgentry@sowashco.org
