Things Going On in 2026 and into 2027

It’s OK 2 B U

St Paul 

TBD

Black and Brown women and girls, are uniquely impacted by the imbalance of the criminal justice system.

This is the fastest growing incarcerated population; women have and continue to bear the visible and invisible impacts of inferior systems.

They also consist of family members, caregivers, schools, communities.

When one is impacted all are impacted. 

It’s OK 2 B U

Minneapolis

TBD

Black and Brown women and girls, are uniquely impacted by the imbalance of the criminal justice system.

This is the fastest growing incarcerated population, women have and continue to bear the visible and invisible impacts of inferior systems.

They are daughters, sisters, mothers, wives, girlfriends, grandmothers.

We show them different tools that help them to become the change they want to see in themselves and in their communities.

We can’t do this without your generous support, consider making a donation today!

 Sovereign Sisters & Rooted & Rising

You Don’t Have to Walk This Path Alone.

A Private Healing Circle for Black and Brown Women & Girls

At StartAnew, we understand that for many of us, the journey through the justice system is tied to a history of trauma at home. Our “Healing Justice” Circle is a safe, confidential space designed specifically for Black and Brown survivors to share their stories, build safety, and reclaim their futures.

What We Offer:

Connection: Meet other women who truly understand your journey.

Tools: Learn safety planning, boundary setting, and trauma-healing skills.

Resources: Access to legal support, housing leads, and community essentials.

Dignity: A judgment-free space focused on your resilience.

The Details:

When: TBD  Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Where: Private location provided upon registration (Near Neighborhood/Transit Link)

Cost: 100% Free

Thanksgiving  Community Dinner

We would like to thank all those who donated as well as all of those who are particiapted to help to make 2025 event a success. We served 220 plates this year. We would like to surpass this goal in 2026. We can’t do it without you. A special thanks to oall of the volunteers, you are all the real MVP’s. Some were new and some were volunteers who volunteer each year. We owe you a special debt of gratitude for taking the time out of your day to give to someone else. Sign up to volunteer at the MN State Fair, this assists us with being ale to continue this event. 

Community Holiday Gift Campaign