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C.R.E.A.T.E. (Community Resource Education And Training Enterprises) is a Twin Cities 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving youth, families and veterans. We’re building hands-on courses, mentorship and community programs that open doors for young people in Minneapolis and Saint Paul. Every gift, whether it’s a dollar, an hour or a skill, helps us build.
What your gift funds
Winter Warmth Drive ($1,500): new coats, boots, hats and gloves for neighbors in need
Electrical Theory course ($3,480): 12 student kits ($90 each) and shared classroom equipment
Culinary Training course ($4,474): kitchen tools, supplies and ingredients for hands-on training
Self-Defense course ($4,125): mats, mitts, gloves and gear for 15 students
History & Heritage courses ($6,295): books, oral-history recorders, field trips and guest speakers
Art & Photography course ($4,790): cameras, supplies and a student photo exhibit
Young Writers’ Apprenticeship ($3,066): craft books, a printed student anthology and a reading night
Scholarships ($2,500): course fees, gear and certification exams ($500 each)
Help us find a home: a space of our own for classes, mentoring and community events
C.R.E.A.T.E. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN 42-5108525). Donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
Shop with purpose
Every purchase from our online store supports the program build. Proceeds help C.R.E.A.T.E. secure a space of our own, grow youth development and guidance, and bring together the families and veterans who make up every community. Wear it, gift it, and help build something that lasts.
Give your time
Donations aren’t only dollars. Volunteers are the heart of C.R.E.A.T.E., and we always need helping hands:
Donation table volunteers: greet neighbors at our Winter Warmth tables
Culinary teachers: share kitchen skills with young cooks
Electricians: help teach the basics that start careers
Handymen and woodworkers: build, fix and teach practical skills
Mentors and guest speakers: anyone who values sharing knowledge and time that can change lives
If you have a skill, a story or a few hours, there’s a place for you here.
Volunteer: admin@create-mn.org
Make A Difference
Your gift arms us with the power to crush barriers, C.R.E.A.T.E. solutions, and deliver impact. All profit hits the front line immediately—no delays, no detours. Stand up, give boldly, and help create pathways that all youth deserve.
Volunteer. Refer People. Support.
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Both support C.R.E.A.T.E., but they work differently. A donation is a gift, so it’s tax-deductible as allowed by law and you’ll receive a receipt. A merch purchase is a sale: you get something great to wear or use, and our proceeds support the program build, but purchases aren’t tax-deductible. Want to do both? Grab a shirt and add a donation. Every bit helps us grow.
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Yes. C.R.E.A.T.E. is a Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN 42-5108525). Donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law, and you’ll receive a receipt for your records.
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Absolutely. Businesses can sponsor a course, a student kit or an event, donate supplies, or host a donation table. Email admin@create-mn.org to start the conversation.
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Yes. During the Winter Warmth Drive we collect new and gently used coats, boots, hats, new blankets and gloves. We also welcome tools and supplies for our courses, like multimeters, hand tools, kitchen equipment and art supplies. Email admin@create-mn.org to arrange a drop-off.
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Youth, families and veterans across Minneapolis, Saint Paul and the Twin Cities. Our programs are open to every young person, whatever their background.
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We always need helping hands: donation table volunteers, culinary teachers, electricians, handymen and woodworkers, mentors and guest speakers. If you have a skill, a story or a few hours, email admin@create-mn.org and tell us how you’d like to help.
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Just reach out and we’ll do our best to facilitate an understanding. We will always personally respond and we look forward to answering questions that earn us your trust and support.
admin@create-mn.org