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Welcome to the Way to Grow blog! Here you’ll find parenting tips, early childhood resources, and stories from home visits across the Twin Cities. We believe parents are their child’s first and most important teacher, and our home visiting model is built around that: bringing tools, activities, and encouragement right into the home. Browse for book recommendations, everyday learning ideas, program updates, and family stories from across our community.

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Revo Health’s Warm Clothing Drive

Neighbors Who Care: Whether you’re an individual, family, workplace, or community group, we’ll work with you to identify needs, coordinate a collection, and ensure your donations reach MN families.

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How Home Language Builds School Success (Pt. 1)

Home language strengthens school readiness. Discover how bilingual children develop stronger skills and why Way to Grow supports language-to-language learning.

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Love to Learn: Game On!

Turn game time into learning time. Discover classic board games that teach math, reading, and social skills while strengthening family bonds this November.

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Get to Know Together We Grow

Way to Grow’s Together We Grow brings families together for fun, parent education, early learning activities, community support, and connection.

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Ms. Patricia at Parents as Teachers Conference

Way to Grow Director of Programs Miss Patricia presented at the Parents as Teachers International Conference on building strong grantee-funder partnerships that help families thrive.

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Shine Celebration 2025 Raises Over $500,000

Way to Grow’s 2025 Shine Celebration raised over $500,000 for early childhood education. See how Minneapolis came together to support families.

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Building Back-to-School Confidence

Way to Grow CEO Coco Du shares how to turn back-to-school nerves into excitement. Expert strategies for confident, ready learners.

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Love to Learn: Garden Detectives Fall Activity

Fall activity for kids: Explore gardens, observe pollinators, and learn about nature’s harvest cycle outdoors.

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Live Auction Preview

Our live auction is filled with one-of-a-kind treasures and unforgettable experiences designed to delight, inspire, and create memories that last a lifetime. From rare bottles and private chef-curated dinners, to exclusive VIP sports packages, literary evenings with award-winning authors, and indulgent soirées that bring people together in style, each item has been carefully chosen to offer you something truly remarkable.

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Raffle Spotlight: Stay and Play by Lake Minnetonka

Get ready for a chance to win an unforgettable experience in our live raffle! Tickets are just $50 each, and every purchase supports Way to Grow’s mission while giving you the thrill of possibly taking home an incredible prize. We’re thrilled to present this year’s raffle package—an indulgent downtown Wayzata getaway—generously donated by Shannon and Mark Brooks. Be sure to get your tickets early in the evening; this is one opportunity you won’t want to miss!

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TCO School Supply Drive Equips Local Students

Twin Cities Orthopedics partnered with Way to Grow to collect thousands of school supplies for local students this back-to-school season.

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100 Hygiene Kits: A Gift from PNC

PNC Bank employees packed 100 hygiene kits with toothbrushes, soap, books, and more for Way to Grow families. See how this gift supports learning at home.

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