The Bridge Center In the News

STORIES THAT BRING US TOGETHER

In Pelican Rapids, teens learn the skill of civil discourse

On an afternoon in February, Ikraan Mohamed, 16, was sitting on the floor of the Minnesota Senate Office building, practicing a pitch for state lawmakers to fund community youth centers.

April 15, 2025

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First round of Opioid Settlement Fund recipients announced

April 24, 2025

Otter Tail County is pleased to announce the first round of grant recipients for the Opioid Settlement Fund, marking a significant step in addressing the opioid crisis in our communities.

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Empowering Small Minnesota Communities

February 20, 2025

Richard Graves, Associate Professor of Architecture and Research Director of the Center for Sustainable Building Research, has been collaborating with Pelican Rapids residents to develop a new teen center that addresses the unique needs of the community. 

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U of M offers a helping hand on community projects in small towns

On an afternoon in February, Ikraan Mohamed, 16, was sitting on the floor of the Minnesota Senate Office building, practicing a pitch for state lawmakers to fund community youth centers.

October 16, 2024

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The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation is excited to announce the 2025 Minnesota Community IDEAS Grant Program grant recipients.

2025

Richard Graves, Associate Professor of Architecture and Research Director of the Center for Sustainable Building Research, has been collaborating with Pelican Rapids residents to develop a new teen center that addresses the unique needs of the community. 

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