Change Inc.

07/16/2026

Summer is in full swing and it’s important for youth to stay connected and engaged in learning, even while school is out of session! Change Inc. now operates Out-Of-School Time (OST) programs for youth in Northeast and Southeast Minneapolis at two community-based sites: Mulberry Junction and Luxton Park Recreation Center. Read more about how our programming engages youth and families year-round through after school and summer activities!

Summer is in full swing and it’s important for youth to stay connected and engaged in learning, even while school is out of session. As part of the recently adopted programming from Eastside Neighborhood Services , Change Inc. now operates Out-Of-School Time (OST) programs for youth in Northeast a...

06/16/2026

GAP School staff, Regina Edmisten and Dave Pearson, were in Texas earlier this month to convene with other YouthBuild programs that are a part of the Department of Labor ETA Growth Opportunities grant. This grant helps support our YouthBuild program at GAP School and focuses on vital work with justice-impacted young people!

Over the course of 2 days, they dove into critical topics, including:

* Leveraging data to tell our impact story and strengthening intensive case management

*Adolescent brain development, behavior, and the connection to justice involvement

*Working with employers to advance equitable, second-chance hiring strategies

*Implementing meaningful restorative justice practices

06/12/2026

Congratulations to the GAP School graduating class of 2026! 🎓

Congratulations to the GAP School Class of 2026!! The staff at GAP School are incredibly proud of each and every one of you. We celebrate your accomplishments and look forward to all that lies ahead — don't forget to come back and visit us 😊

06/11/2026

Another school year has come to a close and Change Inc. held our annual staff picnic last week to celebrate! Thank you to each and every one of our staff for their work over this incredibly challenging school year. You are making a real difference in the lives of children and families in the Twin Cities and beyond — relationships are the key to change!

05/26/2026

Exciting News! Change Inc. is happy to announce that it is merging with Minneapolis-based nonprofit Watercourse Counseling Center, a provider of therapy services to adults, children, and adolescents in clinic and Minneapolis schools. Effective July 1, 2026, Watercourse will join Change Inc.’s Community & School Collaborative program with a unified focus on clinical, school-based, and related therapies and services.

Read the full news release:

Change Inc. and Watercourse Counseling Center Announce the Intent to Merge, Effective July 1, 2026. Unification ensures the continuation of culturally responsive and trauma-informed mental health services for 750 Twin Cities young people and families and preserves 18 direct service positions

05/22/2026

An awesome evening supporting GAP School!

05/14/2026

We're just over a week away from our Culture Night Fundraiser at GAP School! Students have been busy rehearsing for the Cultural Fashion Show, included with your ticket! Come support our students on May 21st and enjoy food samples from local vendors, the fashion show, art, games, and more. Get your tickets now! https://square.link/u/S3CqORZO

05/08/2026

Change Inc. Executive Director, Jill Johnson Skalbeck, was in Washington D.C. this week with fellow YouthBuild Global directors advocating for the young people we work with every day!

Yesterday, YouthBuild program directors from across the advocated for young people at the 2026 Capitol Hill Day.

leaders are driving powerful change, and the momentum we've built extends well beyond YBDA. Together, we're championing young people to build the futures they deserve!



Photo by Libby Greene

05/07/2026

Spring time means event time for Change Inc. 🌷 Check out recent and upcoming events we're participating in or hosting, including the West Side Cinco De Mayo Parade, Art-A-Whirl, a fundraiser at GAP School, and the Celebrate Northeast Parade!

Spring time means event time for Change Inc. Check out the recent and upcoming events we are taking part in or hosting!

05/04/2026

Change Inc. will be back at Art-A-Whirl for the second year! This year, we'll be located at Logan Park in Northeast Minneapolis from May 15-17th. Come find our booth for children's activities and arts and crafts with our staff! Hope you can whirl with us in a few weeks 🎨 ☀️ 🌸