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The Minneapolis American Indian Center recently underwent a historic renovation and expansion, allowing us to keep providing vital support through our employment, social service, health and fitness, youth, elder, language and cultural revitalization programs. Since opening in 1975, the center has been a cornerstone of the urban Native American community in Minnesota, serving more than 10,000 people each year.  

Every donation helps us provide needed services and a safe community space at no cost to the families, youth, and elders who use our programs. These services help us move toward a brighter future.

The Minneapolis American Indian Center, located in the heart of the American Indian Cultural Corridor on East Franklin Avenue, provides free programs that help uplift and support the community. These services include: 

  • Family-friendly cultural and language revitalization activities and classes. 
  • Accessible gym and fitness center space.
  • Community fitness classes aimed at getting people of all ages and abilities moving.
  • Lunch, fitness, and cultural activities for elders. 
  • Culturally focused youth after school and summer programming. 
  • Event and meeting spaces available for short-term use.
  • Employment support and services.
  • Art studio space and a gallery to uplift emerging Native artists.
  • Educational cultural activities that foster intergenerational connections.
  • A cafe that increases access to foods largely native to Turtle Island and sourced from Native producers and businesses. 
  • Social service programs tailored to women who are pregnant or have recently given birth and are at risk for substance abuse.
  • Stability programs for families.
  • Advocacy and support for Native women who are survivors of sexual assault and/or domestic violence.
  • Safe and fun community events, such as powwows and Family Fun Nights.  

We wouldn’t be able to continue providing these free services and community spaces without the support of people like you. Your generosity allows us to continue uplifting the Twin Cities Native community for generations to come.