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Children First brings the community together to create better outcomes so that every young person in St. Louis Park can thrive. We convene cross-sector initiatives working to change the odds for our children and families.

Dedicated to our mission-driven values.

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COMMUNITY

The future of the place we all call home is in good hands when we lift up our kids and help them thrive. And partnerships are at the center of all that we do.

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EQUITY

When we say all kids, we mean it. In our community, there should be no gaps in opportunity from one child to the next.

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TRANSPARENCY

Children First is dedicated to sharing the actionable steps we take each year to carry on our mission.

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HOPE

We know that by working together, kids can and will enjoy a bright, healthy, and successful future.

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How You Can Help

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GIVE

Your financial gifts allow all children in the St. Louis Park, Hopkins, and the surrounding communities to get access to the resources they need to succeed and thrive. Please donate here. We thank you for your kindness!

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VOLUNTEER

Our volunteer opportunities include helping youth achieve better outcomes through initiatives, projects, and event support throughout the year. Your time is valuable and your help is much appreciated! Please fill out our Volunteer Interest Form to get involved.

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ADVOCATE

Use your voice to let the community know about our work and become a Children First Champion! To learn more about how to speak up for our organization, fill out our Volunteer and Additional Interest Form and we will provide more information.

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WORK WITH US

Our team is made stronger by including diverse talent and voices! While we do not have any current emp loyment openings, please watch this space for future opportunities.

Children First Park Partnership

Children First is proud to lead Park Partnership for Success, a data-informed, cross-sector cradle to career partnership closing the race, ethnicity and poverty opportunity gaps so that all children in St. Louis Park, MN can realize their brilliance. 

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