A Seasonal Care Package from The Family Partnership
By: Stephanie Goodwin
Thank you for supporting generational healing in Minneapolis this year. Whether you participated in programs or donated, whether you volunteered or advocated, you are helping this generation to heal so the next generation thrives.
As Bayo Akomolafe writes, “The times are urgent: let’s slow down.” We hope this seasonal care package invites you to slow down and find moments of connection and purpose amidst the busyness of the season.
Together, we can nurture healing and hope for ourselves and future generations.
Strong Families
As part of our 2gen approach, we believe strong families form the foundation of strong communities—advancing generational healing at household and community levels.
- Make a paper window star
- Listen to a Read Along of Winter’s Gifts by Kaitlin B. Curtice, Potawatomi Nation
- Color a holiday page for Wintertime, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, or Christmas
- Bake a winter treat: Polvorones de Canele, Sufganiyot, or Sweet Potato Pie
The times are urgent. Let’s slow down.
Bayo Akomolafe
Vital Communities
Our 146-year legacy of generational healing in Minneapolis includes building partnerships that build community resources and strength.
- Listen to live jazz at Midtown Global Market on December 21 with Wenzo Ashby and guest vocalist “Tiahna”
- Visit Walker Art Center for free during First Free Saturdays
- Plan a visit to the Art Shanties from January 18 to February 9, 2025 at Bdé Umáŋ / Lake Harriet
- Attend an event at Black Youth Healing Arts Center from Irreducible Grace Foundation
Better Futures for Children
Strong families and vital communities support a world in which all children, regardless of income or origin, have the opportunity to thrive.
- Belly breathe together with Elmo from Sesame Street, Common, and Colbie Caillat
- Set New Years resolutions for family wellbeing using this guide from Gottman Institute
- Volunteer as a family with The Family Partnership or another organization
- Advocate for affordable childcare in Minnesota using this guide from Think Small
Thank you for supporting generational healing in Minneapolis this year.
The Family Partnership Team