Oak Park

Oak Park Center has been a gathering place for the Northside community since 1937. With its highly visible, centrally located facility, Oak Park is uniquely positioned to support the needs and ambitions of historically underestimated and underserved adults, youth and families.

A full list of resources and services is provided below. Some of these services include:

Oak Park Center is home to some of Pillsbury United Communities’ most innovative initiatives. North News offices out of Oak Park, as does our Office of Public Charter Schools. The center is also home to Oak Park Farms, our community garden growing fresh, local, and sustainable produce.

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Featured Stories

PUC Interns Participate in Youth Day at the Capitol

On March 3rd, 2026, the Minnesota State Capitol was abuzz with activity as over 600 youth from across the state of Minnesota gathered for the annual “Youth Day at the Capitol” (YDAC). Interns heard from political advocates at various points

Support Your Local Food Shelf: The Minnesota Food Share March Campaign

This March, Pillsbury United Communities is partnering with Minnesota FoodShare to support local food shelves across our state. Every day, families in our own community are forced to make impossible choices: pay the rent or buy groceries, keep the lights

North News Interns Interview Minneapolis Fire Chief Rucker

The February 2026 edition of North News featured a special story — one that was written by the interns. A team of eleven intern contributors came together to profile Minneapolis Fire Department Interim Chief Melanie Rucker, a North Minneapolis native

Learn today, earn tomorrowFast-track your future with career pathways in just one year Apply Now Your tech obsession. Your passion for beauty. Your mechanical mind. Your knack for numbers. Let’s turn your interests into income. Whatever you love doing, there’s

LEAD Minneapolis

Brian Coyle, Community Health, LEAD Minneapolis, North Market, Oak Park, Pillsbury House + Theatre, Waite House

Care for the East Lake Street CorridorA better approach to health, safety, and equity LEAD offers a better response to chronic crime and disorder, allowing community leaders, police, and prosecutors to ensure that community care and coordination form the primary

Community Gardens (seasonal)

Brian Coyle, Community Gardens (seasonal), Food Access, Locations, Oak Park, Pillsbury House + Theatre, Waite House

Space, resources, and support for community members to grow and harvest their own fresh and nutritous food. Youth education and internships also available. Call your neighborhood center for details.

Produce Distribution

Brian Coyle, Food Access, Locations, Oak Park, Produce Distribution, Waite House

Free fruits and vegetables for individuals and families. Visitors must register in the morning and pick up their produce later in the day. Days and times vary. See times below or call your neighborhood center if you have questions. Waite

Community Meals

Brian Coyle, Community Meals, Food Access, Locations, Oak Park, Waite House

Free delicious and nutritious hot meals prepared fresh by experienced chefs and served in our family-friendly community cafes. Access to additional resources available to individuals and families if needed. Days and times vary. Call your neighborhood center for details. Brian

Oak Park

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Featured Stories

PUC Interns Participate in Youth Day at the Capitol

Support Your Local Food Shelf: The Minnesota Food Share March Campaign

North News Interns Interview Minneapolis Fire Chief Rucker

Program Areas

Community Health

Food Access

Youth + Future Focus

Career Pathways Program

LEAD Minneapolis

Community Gardens (seasonal)

Produce Distribution

Community Meals