Success Stories

 Profile Way to Grow families/children and their accomplishments

Mom Enough Live at Education is Power 2026

Mom Enough Live at Education is Power 2026 2560 2170 Ann Frances Gregg
At Education is Power 2026, Mom Enough explored “good enough” parenting, secure attachment, and home visiting with Way to Grow CEO Coco Du. read more

Education is Power: “When You Have People in Your Corner”

Education is Power: “When You Have People in Your Corner” 1200 800 Way to Grow
Way to Grow’s Education is Power 2026 explored home visiting, early childhood, and family support in the Twin Cities through stories and research. read more

Ten Years with Way to Grow: Krystal & Lelon Share Their Story

Ten Years with Way to Grow: Krystal & Lelon Share Their Story 1536 2048 Way to Grow
Way to Grow is built on long-term relationships with families. Every family’s journey with us is different, but for Krystal Perry and her son Lelon, it’s been ten years. At yesterday’s Education is Power luncheon, Krystal and Lelon spoke about what that decade has actually looked like: the ordinary parts, the hard parts, and what it’s meant for their family. read more

Neighbors Who Care: Local Neighbors, Lasting Impact

Neighbors Who Care: Local Neighbors, Lasting Impact 1050 1400 Ann Frances Gregg
Neighbors Who Care partners BDH, Words at Work, and 24 Seven Talent packed 107 backpacks, showing the impact of community for Way to Grow families. read more
Way to Grow's 2024 Annual Report on a blue tablecloth with a laptop, coffee mug, and pen.

Way to Grow Annual Report 2024: The Future Is Now

Way to Grow Annual Report 2024: The Future Is Now 1200 743 Ann Frances Gregg
We invite you to explore the complete annual report online to see the stories, milestones, and impact made possible by your generosity. Together, we know The Future Is Now, and it is brighter than ever. Read the full Way to Grow Annual Report 2024 today. read more
Family Educator Miss Roxy shares a powerful Way to Grow family story about parental mental health.

Parental Mental Health Spotlighted at Education Is Power 2025

Parental Mental Health Spotlighted at Education Is Power 2025 1200 900 Ann Frances Gregg
Way to Grow’s 2025 Education Is Power event spotlighted parental mental health and early childhood education through expert voices and community action. read more
Way to Grow hosts Cooking Matters for a 6-week cooking course for Way to Grow families.

Family Cooking Classes Build Confidence

Family Cooking Classes Build Confidence 1200 900 Ann Frances Gregg
Discover how cooking classes for families with Cooking Matters and Way to Grow support healthy meals on a budget, family meal planning, and joyful connection. read more
3rd Grade Graduation | Way to Grow, Minneapolis, MN

A Heartfelt Farewell: Celebrating Our Third Grade Graduates

A Heartfelt Farewell: Celebrating Our Third Grade Graduates 1200 900 Ann Frances Gregg
Way to Grow celebrated our third-grade graduates with a joyful outdoor event honoring student success, family support, and early childhood education. read more

Meet Betty!

Meet Betty! 2000 2000 Way to Grow

In 2020, Endashawe found himself navigating the challenges of being a single parent. After relocating to Minnesota with his daughter, Betty, Endashawe felt a pressing need for support to ensure…

read more

Meet Maximo!

Meet Maximo! 2560 1707 Way to Grow

“Carismático, amoroso, respetuoso,” proudly says Juana, mother of six-year-old Maximo, when asked to describe him in three words: charismatic, loving, and respectful. As he explores the Sculpture Garden, leading his…

read more

    Your Name (required)

    Address

    City

    Zip

    Your Email (required)

    Phone

    Preferred contact method:

    EmailPhoneEither

    Available days:
    SunMonTuesWedsThursFriSat

    Time of day available:
    MorningAfternoonEvenings

    Services interested in:
    preschoolspecial projectsteen parentsadministrativeeventsother

    Opportunity interested in:

    Language(s) Spoken besides English:
    AmharicArabicHmongOromoSomaliSpanish

    Other languages spoken:

    Emergency contact (name, phone, relationship):

    Volunteer agreement (required):

    I understand that during the course of my volunteering at Way to Grow, I may come in contact with information that is deemed confidential. This includes, but is not limited to, personal information about Way to Grow participants. I understand that Way to Grow is required by law to keep this information confidential, and I will treat all information I come across as such unless I am told otherwise.

    I understand and agree that I am volunteering for Way to Grow at my own risk and request. I also give permission for the free use of my name, picture and voice in any broadcast, telecast, print account or any other account in any medium of the event being recorded.

    I Accept

    Additional Message: