34%
of Latine students in Minnesota do not graduate from highschool
second
Minnesota has the
highest racial gap for graduation in the country.
This is not okay.
The Park Place exists to close the opportunity gap for Latine youth, families, and community members in Minneapolis through equitable access to leadership, education, arts, and parent support.
Our Focus
LEADERSHIP
Inspiring young leaders is something we are deeply passionate about. Through service and volunteerism, we are supporting the next generation of Latine leaders.
EDUCATION
TPP is a community of life-long learners. We recognize that everyone is a learner, no matter the age, and have committed our programs to supporting education in numerous ways.
arts
access
Expressing self through arts is pivotal for every individual. We use arts programs as a way to promote cultural pride and preservation, while allowing our community to discover more of who they are.
parent
support
It is no secret that raising kids is tough work. It takes a community, and The Park Place is committed to being that space for our parents through a myriad of offerings for our families.