Welcome to Banyan Community

Banyan Community is a Family & Youth Development Center in the Phillips neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. We offer youth development and support programs like after-school groups, summer camps, and early childhood education. We expand further into family and community programs like parent development classes, high school tutoring programs, and senior social clubs.

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Characteristics of a Leader
Characteristics of a Leader

Characteristics of a Leader

Being a leader is like being a superhero. These are notes from our 5th Grade Leaders meeting listing some qualities or traits youth think a leader should have. Everyone can be a leader!

Banyan Community offers two optional leadership “bonus” programs for youth. These are specifically designed to develop and foster leadership skills. 5th and 8th Grade Leadership programs meet once a month in the evening following the completion of after school programs.

8^th Grade Leaders- This program is designed to inspire comradery and build confidence. Youth discuss concepts such as integrity, being […]

January 16th, 2025|

Developing Community Since 1998

Banyan Community is rooted in the Phillips Neighborhood to transform lives by developing youth, strengthening families, and creating community. As a community development organization, Banyan believes that when youth, family, and community are synchronized the greatest progress is made on education and poverty.

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