bridging the gap

TCC provides a healthy support system through its Youth Connections drop-in centers. These centers, located in Stillwater and Cottage Grove, provide a safe and supportive place for youth to have a hot meal, shower, do laundry, and pick out seasonally appropriate clothing along with personal hygiene items. Most important, youth make connections with adult volunteers and professional youth counselors that will answer questions, make referrals for mental and physical health concerns and just listen, providing hope that their futures will be full of promise and connections to a community that welcomes them as they are.

For youth that have run out of safe housing options, TCC staff will work to find safe shelter for every youth in need.

TCC staff and volunteers ensures that each youth receives the necessary help to complete their secondary education, assist them in finding employment and often a first apartment. And when appropriate, family reunification plans are developed.

Youth ages 13-24 who are referred to the YCDC are welcome regardless of gender identification, race, or creed.

Volunteers are vetted and trained and may work in a variety of capacities.

The TCC is a 501c3 non profit public charity and receives its financial support for foundations, service clubs, faith communities, businesses and individuals like you!