NAZ

Our mission is to build a culture of achievement in North Minneapolis to ensure that all youth graduate high school college-and career-ready.

[NAZ @NAZMpls]

The NAZ mission is to end multi-generational poverty in North Minneapolis by building a culture of achievement where all low-income children of color have the support they need to graduate high school and succeed in college, career, and life.
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[Generation Next @gennextmsp]

We heard from so many great speakers at our 2026 Annual Event: Pathways to Possibility! Karen Kelley-Ariwoola from @NAZMpls provided closing remarks that beautifully wrapped up our work as a coalition.

Stay tuned for more insights & quotes!

[Generation Next @gennextmsp]

We are back from the 2025 StriveTogether Cradle to Career National Convening! We had several team members and partners host breakout sessions, and had the opportunity to congratulate Sondra Samuels of @NAZMpls for earning the Bill Henningsgaard #CradleToCareer Champion Award!

[StriveTogether @StriveTogether]

Congrats to Sondra Samuels of Northside Achievement Zone for earning the Bill Henningsgaard #CradleToCareer Champion Award! She’s built partnerships with 35 orgs to support youth — and helped secure $36M in state funding solutions. #ConveneC2C
Learn more: https://t.co/5m4cYz11bA

[Housing in Action @housinginaction]

Our mailed invites went out this week! Will we see you at our 2025 Lead the Fight fundraiser?

Register to attend today 👇
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[NAZ @NAZMpls]

Are you looking for a safe and fun option for July 4th? Family fun will be plentiful at the Minneapolis Parks and Rec Red, White, and Boom! festival. Its an all-day free event with activities scheduled throughout.

Learn more here: https://t.co/TAG8ICT9Fz

[NAZ @NAZMpls]

The Open Road Fund is a community fund giving $50,000 wealth-building gifts to Black people to create tangible pathways to liberation, prosperity, and healing on our own terms. Apply by July 21, 11:59 pm CT. Apply here: https://t.co/RjLY3YgmaC

[NAZ @NAZMpls]

NAZ has been in a year-long attendance campaign, tracking and encouraging good attendance throughout the community. Scholars pre-K through fifth grade at NAZ Partners @NSJ_MPLS and @AscensionMn averaged an attendance rate of 87% this school year! Congrats, all!

[NAZ @NAZMpls]

It's more than just a day. It's a collection of moments. It's every hug, every conversation, every game, every bit of wisdom. Dads come in many forms, and we celebrate all of them. Happy Father's Day from NAZ!

[NAZ @NAZMpls]

Last week, Northside high school seniors enjoyed a day of fun, recognition, and a raffle at Valleyfair. We’re so proud of our scholars and grateful to have celebrated this milestone alongside them!

Congrats to all graduates!

[NAZ @NAZMpls]

It's our favorite season: GRADUATION SEASON! Check out these Camden High School graduates just moments before they walked across the stage last Saturday to collect their well-earned diplomas. CONGRATS, CLASS OF 2025 🎉

[NAZ @NAZMpls]

Happy Pride Month! Pride is a time to honor and celebrate the dignity, value, and contributions of LGBTQIA+ individuals. To our LGBTQIA+ family–in Minnesota, across the globe, and right here on the Northside–we see you, we honor you, & we stand with you. https://t.co/KfQ3BPCJi9

[NAZ @NAZMpls]

ALWAYS one of our favorite days of the year–watching our Family Academy graduates BLOOM! We had 60 graduates walk across the stage last Saturday to receive their certificate of completion for any one of our Family Academy classes.

[NAZ @NAZMpls]

Happy Mother’s Day from NAZ! Moms are unique and beautiful forces in the lives of our scholars. We appreciate all the mothers, stepmothers, adoptive mothers, single mothers, aunts, grandmothers, and other caregivers who support us all every. single. day.

[NAZ @NAZMpls]

Can you believe it's been ONE WEEK since we all marched to the beat of the drums at the 2025 SOARNORTH Gala?! We'll have more photos coming soon, but in the meantime, enjoy some of these STELLAR shots of the beautiful people who celebrated with us!

[NAZ @NAZMpls]

Yet another successful Minnesota Literacy Day at the Minnesota Capitol! Reading is a vital skill for all, & we're proud to stand with @GreatMNSchools this Literacy Day in support of closing the achievement gap & providing scholars on the Northside and beyond with a bright future!

[NAZ @NAZMpls]

NAZ Senior Director of Early Education and Innovation Arielle Handevidt discusses the weight and importance of even the simplest conversations regarding Black History Month.

Check out the full video by visiting https://t.co/fYGJmThXHx.

[Way to Grow @mplswaytogrow]

On Feb. 20, Way to Grow joined families, educators & advocates at the MN State Capitol for Advocacy for Children Day—a powerful call to invest in early childhood education. Together, we’re creating brighter futures for all Minnesota kids! 🧡 #GreatStartMN #EducationIsPower

[NAZ @NAZMpls]

NAZ Vice President of Education Ann Johnson talks about her earliest memories of Black History Month and the excitement it continues to give her even today.

Check out the full video by visiting https://t.co/fYGJmThXHx.

[NAZ @NAZMpls]

NAZ Vice President of Family and Community Impact Andre Dukes shares his important relationship with Black history and discusses the depth of world history steeped in Black excellence!

Check out the full video by visiting https://t.co/fYGJmThXHx.