Part 5 | What you can do — building a community that sees the invisible

Ending youth homelessness takes everyone — neighbors, schools, faith communities, and local leaders. Here’s how to help.

Part 4 | The power of belonging — what it takes to end youth homelessness

Connection is just as essential as shelter. Belonging can be the difference between surviving and thriving.

Part 3 | Survival is a full-time job — the barriers youth face

There’s no single cause of youth homelessness. Understanding the overlapping barriers is the first step toward meaningful change.

Part 2 | Creating safe spaces for young people

Not all housing solutions fit every person. Young people need spaces designed for safety, stability, and belonging.

Part 1 | The invisible crisis — what youth homelessness really looks like

Homelessness among young people is often hidden in plain sight. What we can’t see, we rarely address — but thousands of Minnesota youth are navigating instability every day.

Helping a resident move into their first apartment was more than carrying boxes—it was witnessing stability, dignity, and hope take root. This milestone moment reflects Onward’s mission of preventing homelessness and nurturing independence, one life at a time.

I recently had coffee with “Jade,” a resident preparing to move out of Onward House and into her own apartment. As we talked, she reflected on how far she’s come.

People around me say they’ve seen a change—I seem more stable. And I feel it too. I feel more confident.

Judy Kammer knows firsthand how close a young person can come to homelessness. That’s why she gives monthly to Onward — to help young adults today find stability, support, and the chance for a brighter future. Read her story and see why monthly giving makes such a lasting difference.

Over 50 people stopped by for our Spring Open House. It was a warm and welcoming evening where guests learned about our work and toured Onward House.

After two years at Onward House, Asha reflects on the growth, support, and stability that helped her find her path forward. Now working with children and pursuing her Child Development Associate credential, she shares what made her time at Onward so meaningful—and how she hopes to give back in the future.