Banyan Blog
Impact Report
Do we build community, or are we [...]
I Love Coming to Banyan Senior Social Club
Our Senior Social Club brings older adults together to socialize, create, and celebrate life [...]
High Five for Give to the Max
This past week, Minnesota celebrated its 16th annual Give to the Max Day. [...]
Prioritizing Social Emotional Learning
Being Intentional Everyone knows that education is important, but do we unintentionally undervalue [...]
School Release Outings Over MEA
Banyan Community after school programs offer extended programing 8 days a year. These are [...]
Building Close Families
Parenting is about more than providing; it’s about understanding, connecting, and building well-being. Banyan [...]
“I love how Banyan supports families and kids. My kids really enjoy coming here and the educators do a great job.”
“I am so grateful for Banyan. I trust Banyan and the staff here with my children, which is very important to me.”
“Sometimes I think of moving to the suburbs due to the drug and homeless issues but, then I think of Banyan and my neighbors, friends and family and I say – I CAN NEVER LEAVE PHILLIPS.”
“I’m glad I came to Banyan this summer or else I would just be at home bored watching TV instead of doing fun things like crafts.”
“I’m thankful that we have had Banyan to guide us through this college process. We have never done this before, and don’t know anything about college or financial aid. It was good to know that our son had Banyan to help him understand things and explain the steps.”
“Banyan teaches you to stand up for what you know is right, to handle the situation in a respectful manner.”
“I give to Banyan because I know that my gift will go a long way both in impact with the community as well as effectiveness with a well-run organization.”