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Kinship of the Park Rapids Area is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting youth in Hubbard County with positive adult role models.

Kinship of the Park Rapids Area provides a community-oriented mentoring program that proactively supports children and youth between the ages of 6-16 in Park Rapids, MN, and surrounding area. These mentors provide guidance, support, and encouragement to help young people reach their full potential.

• Mentoring Program
Kinship offers a flexible and rewarding Mentoring Program that connects adult volunteers with youth aged 6 to 18. Matches are based on shared interests to help foster meaningful, lasting friendships. Plus, we host monthly activities to strengthen these connections in fun, engaging ways!

• Reading Buddies
In partnership with Park Rapids Century and Nevis Schools, our Reading Buddies program pairs adult volunteers with first-grade students to create a positive reading environment. Volunteers help reinforce classroom skills and cultivate a love for reading in young learners.

11/04/2026

🚨 Holiday Apparel Sale Ends November 30! 🚨

Gear up for the season with apparel! We have t-shirts, hooded long-sleeves, and hooded sweatshirts available now.

🛍️ How to buy:

Visit kinshipparkrapids.org

Click the Donations tab

Select Kinship Apparel

Order yours before Nov. 30 to get yours for the holidays! 🎁

11/03/2026

Don't forget to call and reserve your spot at the Purse Bingo! Call 218-732-5270 today!

11/02/2026

Double the Love, Double the Impact! 🌟

Give to the Max Day is Thursday, November 19, but you don't have to wait—early giving is OPEN right now! Any gift made between today and November 19 will be matched dollar-for-dollar until we hit our $2,500 match goal.

Every child deserves a caring adult in their corner to encourage them, listen to them, and help them unlock their full potential. At Kinship of the Park Rapids Area, we see life-changing connections happen every day through our mentorship and Reading Buddies programs.

Thanks to our generous community partners—Essentia Health Foundation, Brookside Resort, and Birdie's Mini Golf—your generosity goes twice as far starting today!

💙 $25 becomes $50

💙 $50 becomes $100

💙 $100 becomes $200

Your gift directly supports mentor recruitment and training, family support, classroom literacy, and safe group activities for youth across our area.

👉 Help us reach our $5,000 goal! Donate today at Kinship's Give to the Max Page

https://www.givemn.org/story/vjzkmf

Together, we can empower the youth of the Park Rapids area to reach their full potential! 🚀✨

11/01/2026

This Thanksgiving, we’re thankful for the mentors who make a difference in the lives of local youth. You can make a difference, too! Become a mentor with Kinship of the Park Rapids Area and build connections that last a lifetime.

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from all of us at Kinship. Have a safe and blessed day!

10/29/2026

Wrap up your holiday shopping early and support a great cause! 💛

Our merchandise sale is happening now! Whether you're looking for classic tees, hooded long-sleeves, or warm hooded sweatshirts, we've got something for everyone on your list.

⏰ Don't wait—our sale ends November 30!

🛒 Order yours today: Go to kinshipparkrapids.org ➔ Donations ➔ Kinship Apparel.

Every purchase helps support Kinship’s youth mentorship programs right here in our community.

10/28/2026

Every great connection starts with a simple shared interest—and for Tracy and Payton, that includes baking, puzzles, and rooting for our local sports teams! 🏀🥧

We are so proud to welcome Tracy (mentor) and Payton (mentee) as our newest match. Mentorship creates lifelong bonds, and we wish them endless fun and success as they learn, laugh, and grow together in the years ahead.

Welcome to the team, Tracy and Payton! 💙

10/27/2026

Lots going on for Halloween in our community. Plenty of opportunities for safe, fun experiences with youth.

🎃🍂 UPDATED: What's Happening This Week in the Heartland Lakes!

We've updated our weekly happenings with even more events from our Chamber members! From Halloween festivities and trick-or-treating to community gatherings and more, there's plenty to enjoy around the Park Rapids area!

📅 Check out the updated lineup and get out to support our local businesses and organizations!

📣 Want your business or organization's events featured on our weekly happenings list? Join the Park Rapids Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism and let us help spread the word about what's happening at your business!

🧡 Your Chamber. Your Community. Your Connection.

🌐 Learn more at www.parkrapids.com

10/26/2026

Spots are filling up. Call 218-732-5270 today to sign up for our annual Purse Bingo.

10/26/2026

Mentoring is about so much more than just a one-on-one relationship—it’s about helping young people build a whole network of support! 🌟

In our latest blog post, Beyond One-on-One: How Mentors Help Youth Build a Network of Support, we dive into Chapter 12 of MENTOR’s manual by Dr. Sarah Schwartz. Discover how mentors act as bridges to connect youth with community resources, local leaders, and lifelong opportunities right here in Park Rapids.

Read the full post to learn how expanding a young person's web of support makes a lasting impact:
👉 https://kinshipparkrapids.org/beyond-one-on-one-how-mentors-help-youth-build-a-network-of-support/

Address

1200 1st Street E
Park Rapids, MN
56470

Telephone

+12187320058

Website

http://www.kinshipparkrapids.org/

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