2nd Chance Outreach Events

09/24/2026

HOPE RISING SPOTLIGHT: RAYAAN ALI!

We’re excited to welcome Rayaan Ali to the Hope Rising 2026 stage!

Come enjoy an afternoon of music, arts, culture, entertainment, and community as Rayaan Ali joins an incredible lineup of performers celebrating the diversity and talent within our community.

Saturday, September 26, 2026
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
North Community YMCA
1711 W. Broadway Ave. N., Minneapolis, MN 55411

FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

Bring the family and enjoy live performances, cultural experiences, carnival games, children's activities, FREE food and refreshments, gift cards and other giveaways, health and wellness resources, financial education, workforce opportunities, and community resources.

EVERY STORY MATTERS.
EVERY CULTURE BELONGS.
EVERY CHILD DESERVES HOPE.

Come support Rayaan Ali and celebrate the amazing performers helping make Hope Rising 2026 a celebration of culture, creativity, and community!

HOPE RISING 2026
Presented by 2nd Chance Outreach
“Using Artform to Transform.”

Hope Rising Volunteer & Vendor Information

09/24/2026

HOPE RISING SPOTLIGHT: TWIN CITIES MASQUERADES!

Get ready for color, creativity, culture, and celebration!

We’re excited to welcome Twin Cities Masquerades to the Hope Rising 2026 stage!

Come experience the energy and artistry of Twin Cities Masquerades as they bring their unique style and vibrant performance to an afternoon celebrating arts, culture, and community.

Saturday, September 26, 2026
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
North Community YMCA
1711 W. Broadway Ave. N., Minneapolis, MN 55411

FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

Bring the family and enjoy an afternoon of live performances, cultural experiences, carnival games, children's activities, FREE food and refreshments, giveaways, health and wellness resources, financial education, workforce opportunities, and community resources.

EVERY STORY MATTERS.
EVERY CULTURE BELONGS.
EVERY CHILD DESERVES HOPE.

Come support Twin Cities Masquerades and celebrate the creativity and talent that make our community RISE!

HOPE RISING 2026
Presented by 2nd Chance Outreach
“Using Artform to Transform.”

09/23/2026

HOPE RISING SPOTLIGHT: STEP WITH SOUL!

Get ready to move, groove, and celebrate!

We’re excited to welcome Step With Soul to the Hope Rising 2026 stage!

Come experience the energy and artistry of Step With Soul as they bring movement, rhythm, and soul to an afternoon celebrating arts, culture, and community.

Saturday, September 26, 2026
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
North Community YMCA
1711 W. Broadway Ave. N., Minneapolis, MN 55411

FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

Bring the family and enjoy an afternoon of live performances, cultural experiences, carnival games, children's activities, FREE food and refreshments, giveaways, health and wellness resources, financial education, workforce opportunities, and community resources.

EVERY STORY MATTERS.
EVERY CULTURE BELONGS.
EVERY CHILD DESERVES HOPE.

Come support Step With Soul and celebrate the incredible talent that makes our community RISE!

HOPE RISING 2026
Presented by 2nd Chance Outreach
“Using Artform to Transform.”

09/22/2026

HOPE RISING SPOTLIGHT: TKO DRUMLINE & KNOCKOUT DANCE TEAM!

Get ready for rhythm, movement, energy, and excitement!

We’re excited to welcome TKO Drumline & Knockout Dance Team to the Hope Rising 2026 stage!

Come experience the power of drumming and dance as TKO brings their talent and high-energy performance to this community celebration.

Saturday, September 26, 2026
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
North Community YMCA
1711 W. Broadway Ave. N., Minneapolis, MN 55411

FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

Bring the family and enjoy an afternoon of live performances, arts and culture, carnival games, children's activities, FREE food and refreshments, giveaways, health and wellness resources, financial education, workforce opportunities, and community resources.

EVERY STORY MATTERS.
EVERY CULTURE BELONGS.
EVERY CHILD DESERVES HOPE.

Come support TKO Drumline & Knockout Dance Team and celebrate the amazing talent within our community!

HOPE RISING 2026
Presented by 2nd Chance Outreach
“Using Artform to Transform.”

09/21/2026

HOPE RISING SPOTLIGHT: TEARRA OSO!

We’re excited to welcome Tearra Oso to the Hope Rising 2026 stage!

Come experience an afternoon of music, arts, culture, entertainment, and community as we celebrate an incredible lineup of performers from across our community.

Saturday, September 26, 2026
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
North Community YMCA
1711 W. Broadway Ave. N., Minneapolis, MN 55411

FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

Bring your family and friends and enjoy live performances, cultural experiences, carnival games, children’s activities, FREE food and refreshments, giveaways, health and wellness resources, financial education, workforce opportunities, and more!

EVERY STORY MATTERS.
EVERY CULTURE BELONGS.
EVERY CHILD DESERVES HOPE.

Presented by 2nd Chance Outreach
“Using Artform to Transform.”

Hope Rising Volunteer & Vendor Information

09/19/2026

HOPE RISING SPOTLIGHT: THE PANATICS!

Get ready to bring the energy! The Panatics are coming to the Hope Rising 2026 stage!

Join us for an afternoon of music, performance, culture, family fun, and community connection as The Panatics take part in an incredible lineup of performers.

Saturday, September 26, 2026
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
North Community YMCA
1711 W. Broadway Ave. N., Minneapolis, MN 55411

FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

Come celebrate with us!

EVERY STORY MATTERS.
EVERY CULTURE BELONGS.
EVERY CHILD DESERVES HOPE.

Presented by 2nd Chance Outreach
“Using Artform to Transform.”

09/18/2026

HOPE RISING SPOTLIGHT: TITAMBE WEST AFRICAN DANCE ENSEMBLE!

Get ready to experience the rhythm, movement, tradition, and cultural energy of West Africa!

2nd Chance Outreach is excited to welcome Titambe West African Dance Ensemble to the Hope Rising stage as one of our featured performers!

Titambe West African Dance Ensemble will bring the vibrant traditions of West African dance and music to Hope Rising 2026, creating an opportunity for our community to experience culture through movement, rhythm, and artistic expression.

And remember — they are ONE of EIGHT amazing performing groups joining us throughout the celebration!

HOPE RISING: A Community Healing & Back-to-School Celebration

Saturday, September 26, 2026
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
North Community YMCA
1711 W. Broadway Ave. N.
Minneapolis, MN 55411

FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

09/17/2026

2nd Chance Outreach presents HOPE RISING: A Community Healing & Back-to-School Celebration!

Get ready for an afternoon filled with music, arts, culture, dance, entertainment, community, and HOPE!

We are excited to present an incredible lineup of 2026 performers, with the event hosted by GlamLife Kim!

HOSTED BY GLAMLIFE KIM
FEATURING:
International Reggae All Stars
Step With Soul
The Panatics
Rayaan Ali
Titambe West African Dance Ensemble
Tearra Oso
Twin Cities Masquerades
Heart and Soul Drum Academy
TKO Druline & Knockout Dance Team
Brooklyn Park Lions Drum and Dance Corps

From reggae and soul to West African dance, drumming, youth performances, masquerades, and more — Hope Rising celebrates the many cultures, talents, and voices that make our community special.

Saturday, September 26, 2026
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
North Community YMCA
1711 W. Broadway Ave. N.
Minneapolis, MN 55411

FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

EVERY STORY MATTERS.
EVERY CULTURE BELONGS.
EVERY CHILD DESERVES HOPE.

Bring your family. Bring your friends. Come celebrate our community and experience HOPE RISING 2026!

Presented by 2nd Chance Outreach
“Using Artform to Transform.”

Interested in volunteering, becoming a vendor, or participating as a community resource partner?

Saturday, September 26, 2026 | 1:00 PM–5:00 PM North Community YMCA | 1711 W. Broadway Ave. N., Minneapolis, MN 55411  

09/17/2026

HOPE RISING 2026 — THE FULL PERFORMANCE LINEUP!

2nd Chance Outreach presents HOPE RISING: A Community Healing & Back-to-School Celebration!

Get ready for an afternoon filled with music, arts, culture, dance, entertainment, community, and HOPE!

We are excited to present an incredible lineup of 2026 performers, with the event hosted by GlamLife Kim!

HOSTED BY GLAMLIFE KIM
FEATURING:

International Reggae All Stars
Step With Soul
The Panatics
Rayaan Ali
Titambe West African Dance Ensemble
Tearra Oso
Twin Cities Masquerades
Heart and Soul Drum Academy
TKO Druline & Knockout Dance Team
Brooklyn Park Lions Drum and Dance Corps

From reggae and soul to West African dance, drumming, youth performances, masquerades, and more — Hope Rising celebrates the many cultures, talents, and voices that make our community special.

Saturday, September 26, 2026
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
North Community YMCA
1711 W. Broadway Ave. N.
Minneapolis, MN 55411

FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

EVERY STORY MATTERS.
EVERY CULTURE BELONGS.
EVERY CHILD DESERVES HOPE.

Bring your family. Bring your friends. Come celebrate our community and experience HOPE RISING 2026!

Presented by 2nd Chance Outreach
“Using Artform to Transform.”

Interested in volunteering, becoming a vendor, or participating as a community resource partner?
https://www.2ndchanceoutreach.org/coming-soon-03

09/17/2026

HOPE RISING SPOTLIGHT: INTERNATIONAL REGGAE ALL STARS!

Get ready to feel the rhythm, celebrate culture, and RISE together!

2nd Chance Outreach is excited to announce International Reggae All Stars as one of EIGHT amazing performing groups taking the stage at:

HOPE RISING: A Community Healing & Back-to-School Celebration

Saturday, September 26, 2026
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
North Community YMCA
1711 W. Broadway Ave. N., Minneapolis, MN 55411
FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

International Reggae All Stars will bring the energy, sound, and cultural spirit of reggae to the Hope Rising stage as we celebrate the incredible diversity of our community.

And they're just ONE of EIGHT performing groups bringing music, arts, culture, and entertainment to this special community celebration!

Come enjoy live performances, arts and cultural experiences, carnival games and prizes, children's activities, face painting, FREE food and refreshments, gift cards and other giveaways, health and wellness resources, financial education, job and workforce opportunities, and community resources.

EVERY STORY MATTERS.
EVERY CULTURE BELONGS.
EVERY CHILD DESERVES HOPE.

Bring your family. Bring your friends. Bring your culture. Come RISE with us!

Hope Rising is presented by 2nd Chance Outreach — “Using Artform to Transform.”

Interested in volunteering, becoming a vendor, or participating as a community resource partner?
Hope Rising Volunteer & Vendor Information