Will Heller

Interns Showcase Their Experiences And Achievements At The 2025 Summer Showcase

Pillsbury House + Theatre was abuzz with activity during the 2025 Summer Internship Showcase as community members gathered to see what our interns had been working on over the past few months. The theater itself was host to a vibrant program of readings and performances, while all throughout the building, interns had the opportunity to share the impact of their experiences in media, agriculture, fashion, and more. All in all, it was a day of learning, discovery, and celebration of the incredible achievements of our hardworking interns.

Youth Internships have always been a crucial part of Pillsbury United Communities’ ongoing efforts to prepare our communities’ youth for a wide range of career paths, and these summer internships were no exception. We are incredibly grateful for all of the interns who chose to spend their summer with us, as well as the community members and partners who make it possible for us to be able to offer these programs.

Photo Credit: David Pierini

Elizabeth Brisbin

Problem Gambling Resources from MN DHS

One in three Minnesotans knows someone with a gambling problem.

According to a recent survey, one in three people said they knew someone with a gambling problem. And yet, many of us believe that it can be controlled by willpower alone. Compulsive gambling is a serious disorder that causes psychological, financial, emotional, marital and legal difficulties for people with a gambling addiction, their families and their friends. But there is help. And there is hope.

 

Will Heller

Waite House Center Hosts Phillips Community Health Fair

On August 6th, 2025, members of the Phillips community gathered for a day of learning, free health screenings, live music, backpack giveaways, and more – all as part of the Phillips Community Health Fair. Hosted at Wait House Center, the event connected members of the surrounding community with resources of all kinds, from kids activities and haircuts to testing for Covid-19 and HIV.

This health fair is part of a broader effort by Pillsbury United Communities to provide Minneapolis residents with increased access to health resources, with additional health fairs hosted at North Market in the Webber-Camden neighborhood and the Brian Coyle Center in Cedar-Riverside. We are grateful for the ongoing support of all of the attendees, community partners, and sponsors who make events like this possible.

Elizabeth Brisbin

North News’ Azhae’la Hanson was recently honored with a Mel Reeves ‘Justice Then Peace’ Legacy Award

👏 Join us in congratulating Azhae’la Hanson! 🏆

North News: Pride of the Northside, By David Pierini, North News Editor

“North News’ Azhae’la Hanson was recently honored with a Mel Reeves ‘Justice Then Peace’ Legacy Award for journalism integrity and commitment to community. The award is named after the late journalist and activist and is presented by the Black Women’s Wealth Alliance, Mel’s Place Soul Food Restaurant, and Vegan Byy Nature. “

https://mynorthnews.org/about

North News is an Enterprise of Pillsbury Unites Communities. https://pillsburyunited.org/social-enterprises/

Elizabeth Brisbin

Día de descubrimiento de carreras médicas para jóvenes de Gillette Children’s

¡Gillette Children’s se complace en organizar un Día de Descubrimiento de Carreras Médicas para Jóvenes el sábado 15 de noviembre en su campus de St. Paul! Este evento gratuito y práctico está diseñado para inspirar a la próxima generación de héroes de la atención médica, reuniendo a estudiantes (grados 3+), padres, educadores y líderes comunitarios para un día de exploración y diversión.

📅 Sábado 15 de noviembre
📍 Campus de Gillette Children’s, St. Paul
🎟️ Gratis: se requiere registro: https://tinyurl.com/44shctkw

👩‍⚕️ Conozca a clínicos reales
🧪 Pruebe actividades médicas interactivas
🏥 Aprenda sobre emocionantes carreras de atención médica
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Abierto a estudiantes y sus padres/tutores

Ya sea que su hijo sueñe con ser médico, enfermero, terapeuta o científico, o simplemente tenga curiosidad, esta es una gran oportunidad para explorar lo que es posible.

Elizabeth Brisbin

Gillette Children’s Medical Career Discovery Day for Youth

Gillette Children’s is excited to host a Medical Career Discovery Day for Youth on Saturday, November 15 at their St. Paul campus!This free, hands-on event is designed to inspire the next generation of healthcare heroes — bringing together students (Grades 3+), parents, educators, and community leaders for a day of exploration and fun.

📅 Saturday, November 15
📍 Gillette Children’s campus, St. Paul
🎟️ Free — registration required: https://tinyurl.com/44shctkw

👩‍⚕️ Meet real clinicians
🧪 Try interactive medical activities
🏥 Learn about exciting healthcare careers
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Open to students and their parents/guardians

Whether your child dreams of being a doctor, nurse, therapist, or scientist — or is just curious — this is a great chance to explore what’s possible.

Elizabeth Brisbin

Legal Aid Lights the Way

You’re Invited! Support Our Minneapolis Community Legal Clinics

Join us for an evening of community, craft brews, and a cause that matters. Your support helps us reach the clients who need us most — ensuring access to justice across Minneapolis.

Support our Minneapolis based Community Legal Clinics! It’s the best way to reach clients who need us most. 🍻 Enjoy great company, local beer, and the chance to make a real impact!

📅 Date: Tuesday, October 21, 2025

🕛 Time: 5-8:00pm

📍 Location: Surly Brewing Co. | 52o Malcolm Ave SE, Minneapolis,  MN 55414

Individual Ticket $25 | Couples Ticket $45

Purchase Tickets Your ticket supports free legal clinics that provide vital services to underserved communities in Minneapolis. Let’s raise a glass to justice for all!

Want to help make a bigger impact in your community? Become an event sponsor! You can be a supporter of Legal Aid Lights the Way! Reach out to Development Officer, Kristina Quanbeck, for more information at {612} 746-3730 or [email protected].

Elizabeth Brisbin

Zumba Classes at Pillsbury United Waite House Center

Zumba Classes at Pillsbury United Waite House Center | 2323 11th Ave S Minneapolis, MN 55404

Todos los Viernes de 10am a 11am Septiembre 12 a Octubre 31

Todos son bienvenidos a las clases de zumba. Totalmente GRATIS.

¿Preguntas? Llama Esthefanie 612-876-9308

 

Zumba Classes at Pillsbury United Waite House Center | 2323 11th Ave S Minneapolis, MN 55404

Every Friday from 10am to 11am from September 12 to October 31

All are welcome at our FREE Zumba classes!

Questions? Call Esthefanie at 612-876-9308

Elizabeth Brisbin

Full Cycle Bike Shop Garage Sale 10/4 🚲

📅 Date: Saturday October 4, 2025

🕘 Time: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m

📍 Location: Full Cycle, 3515 Chicago Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55407

🚲 Used Bikes Sold As-Is! 🚲

Huge Savings on used bikes of all styles and sizes!

  • E Bikes
  • Recumbents
  • Tandems
  • Vintage

Priced to Sell!

All Sales Final!

Elizabeth Brisbin

Ladders to Leadership Paid Youth Internships

Youth Internships

OCTOBER 2025 – MAY 2026, $16 per Hour

Pillsbury United Communities (PUC), has 4 Community Centers and 8 social enterprises. Each school-year, PUC offers after-school jobs through paid internships for high school students to work with industry professions to learn new skills, prepare for careers and contribute to their community.

KRSM Youth Radio Internship @ Waite House Community Center Mon & Wed 4:00-6:00 >> Apply Online

Teen Tech Internship @ Brian Coyle Center Tues & Thurs 4:00-6:00 >> Apply Online

North News Internship @ Oak Park Neighborhood Center Mon & Wed 4:00-6:00 >> Apply Online

Fashion and Retail Internship @ Sisterhood Boutique Mon & Wed OR Tues & Thurs 4:00-6:00 >> Apply Online

Community Culinary Arts & Media Internship @ Waite House Community Center Tues 4:00-7:00 >> Apply Online

Hydroponics Farm & Food Systems Internship @ North Market Mon 4:00-7:00 >> Apply Online

APPLICATION DEADLINE: OCTOBER 10TH

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

MUST BE A HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT

PROVIDE SOCIAL SECURITY CARD AND A PHOTO ID (PAYROLL)

QUESTIONS: TEXT OR EMAIL AUTUMN

[email protected], 612-545-7261

Elizabeth Brisbin

Earn up to a $4k scholarship by becoming FANS scholar!

2025 FANS

Earn up to a $4000 scholarship by becoming FANS scholar! The FANS program offers one-on-one mentoring/coaching, college tours, career exploration and more for 9-12 grade high school students! Earn gift card incentives for goal setting. Dinner provided. The goal of FANS is to ensure youth are ready to thrive after high school and succeed in higher education. Open to highschool students grades 9-12.

Wednesdays Starting September 24th, 2025 from 4:00-6:00pm

Locations:

Waite House | 2323 11th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN

Brian Coyle |  420 15th Ave S,Minneapolis, MN 55454

Oak Park | 1701 Oak Park Ave. N. Minneapolis, MN 55411

>> APPLY ONLINE

Questions about FANS? Contact Michelle: [email protected] for more info.

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