Change Inc.

Change Inc. is the product of a merger of two community-based organizations, Guadalupe Alternative Programs and Change Inc., both originally founded to serve underserved individuals and address the challenges of systemic poverty and racism that prevent Twin Cities families from achieving their full potential.

VISION
Change Inc. envisions a world in which children, youth and young adults, regardless of their place of birth or economic resources, succeed in school and grow to their full potential. In this world, families are embraced by empowered communities.

MISSION
Change Inc. utilizes the power of relationships and community to create educational, training and healing opportunities for children, youth, young adults and families so they can achieve their highest ambition.

CORE PROGRAMS
Change Institute- The Change Institute brings healing, teaching, and advocacy together to look at influencing systems change and approaching sustainability. Change Institute works to prepare and support caring adults within our community to best meet mental health needs for children, adults, families, and communities.

Community and School Collaborative- The Community & School Collaborative (CSC) serves over 1,200 kids annually to remove mental and emotional barriers to school success. Throughout the past 15 years, services have expanded to include mentoring, case management, care coordination, and therapy. Today, CSC partners with Minneapolis Public Schools, Saint Paul Public Schools, Hennepin County, Ramsey County, Minnesota Department of Human Services, and Minnesota Office of Justice Programs to serve kids and families throughout the Twin Cities.

Guadalupe Alternative School (GAP)- GAP School, located in the West Side neighborhood of Saint Paul, serves approximately 200 youth and young adults (ages 15-24) annually through education and enrichment; training that leads to employment; and social and emotional supports. Since its establishment, GAP School has taken a holistic approach to working with students at-risk of school dropout by addressing barriers to academic success.

381 E Robie St.
Saint Paul MN 55107
(651) 262-5801
www.thechangeinc.org