Waite house

A long-standing pillar of the vibrant Phillips Community in South Minneapolis, our Waite House neighborhood center nurtures the health, prosperity, and social capital of over 4,500 community members each year.

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

The Phillips neighborhood, home of the Waite House since 1958, is the birthplace of both Prince and the American Indian Movement and home to the largest urban Native American population in the U.S. Over 40 percent of the community is foreign born, a mix of immigrants from Latin America, East Africa and Nepal as well as African-Americans and Euro-Americans.

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Pillsbury United Communities is Celebrating Black History Month

Pillsbury United Communities is celebrating Black History Month by sharing some upcoming events in the Twin Cities-metro area. February 16 | 12:30 pm Minneapolis Spirit of Black History Brunch Tap-In, 2618 Lowry Ave. N., Minneapolis Read More February 20 | 5-7:30

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FREE Home lead Assessment and up to $15k in Grants

Protect your family from lead exposure | You may qualify for a free home lead assessment and up to $15,000 in grants Lead exposure can put young children at risk for brain and nervous system damage and slowed development. Contact us

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Minneapolis Community Connections Conference

FREE EVENT When: Saturday, February 8 at 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Where: Minneapolis Convention Center, First Floor, Hall E 1301 2nd Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55404 Participation is Power! Speak: Get involved in City decisions  Advise City leaders  Act: Vote

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Substance Use Disorder Awareness

The Pillsbury United Communities (PUC) Community Health Program works to reduce the impacts of Opioid Overdose among its targeted community groups such as East Africans, African American, Latinos, and other underserved populations in Minneapolis, Minnesota areas. We do this by

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Youth Internships

Paid internships for young people that offer the opportunity to earn while they learn. Interns are paid to work as part of a team, often addressing an issue impacting their community. Interns also receive technical skills and workforce readiness training

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Tutoring

Homework help, tutoring, and literacy support. Days and times vary. Call your neighborhood center for details.

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Summer Youth Programs

Special interest clubs for middle school and high school aged youth that offer a safe place to learn and grow. Youth can choose to explore a variety of topics including the arts, media, agriculture, technology,  and entrepreneurship through individual and

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Special Events

Community and cultural celebrations that bring neighbors together. Dates and times vary. Check the event calendar for upcoming events.

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Room Rentals

Room rentals and event space for community groups, public meetings, and more. Reservations required. Call your neighborhood center for details.

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