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Who We Are

RiseUp Red Wing creates opportunities so that every young person in Red Wing can thrive.

We connect youth and families to critical services and programs, and we spur shared action among committed partners to support all youth in unleashing their potential.

Our Mission

We are on a mission to ensure Red Wing offers abundant opportunities for all young people to unleash their potential. We serve youth and families through caring, responsive programming, and we foster shared action among partners committed to supporting youth.

Our Vision

We envision a safe, vibrant Red Wing for all: Every young person has access to opportunities that help them reach their goals, youth and families are recognized as collaborators and leaders, and all Red Wing youth and community members feel valued, included, and empowered.

Our History

 
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1992
1992

Founded as Red Wing Youth Outreach Program

1993
1993

Began offering services through the YMCA at Red Wing High School and Middle School

1999
1999

Began Youth Outreach and the Student Educational Adventures Program collaboration

2003
2003

Became a 501(c)(3) nonprofit

2004
2004

Completed construction on Youth Outreach offices

2009
2009

Launched Independent Living Skills Program

2017
2017

Introduced mentoring program for Red Wing High School students

2020
2020

Launched Community Distance Education Assistance Program

2020
2020

Created Youth Leadership and Advisory Council

2021
2021

Launched Family Engagement programming

2021
2021

Joined forces with Every Hand Joined for collective impact efforts

2022
2022

Relaunched organization as RiseUp Red Wing

Our Commitment

RiseUp Red Wing is committed to building a more just, equitable, and inclusive organization and community.