ON SATURDAY HELP US HELP THEM.

BE A PART OF THE SOLUTION

This Saturday, January 22, is the ninth annual Treasures for Teens fundraiser to benefit Avenues for Homeless Youth so they can continue to provide emergency shelter, short term housing and support services for homeless youth in a safe and nurturing environment.

The event is open to all ages and we’d love to see as many people as possible. Treasures for Teens will feature a silent auction featuring donations and artwork by local businesses and artists, and h’ors D’oeuvres provided by Tryg’s. Carnage will emcee the evening and DJ GSP and DJ Alex Jarvis will be spinning the beats. Plus the first 75 people through the door get a free gift bag full of goodies!

Over $5,000 has already been donated. The teens in our community need for you to give what you can spare. Remember, everything helps.

HOMELESS YOUTH: FINDING HOME

DETAILS

Treasures for Teens will be held Saturday, January 22, 2010 from 7pm-11pm at Jungle Red Salon, located at 1362 LaSalle Ave, Minneapolis, MN. The event is open to all ages and is $5.00 at the door.

Hope to see you there!

Treasures for Teens

Did you know?

45% of all homeless people are children and youth younger than 21 years of age.

Did you know?

There are more than 4,000 homeless youth in the Twin City schools.

Did you know?

Jungle Red Salon is stepping up to help end youth homelessness in the Twin City area by hosting the eighth annual Treasures for Teens to benefit Avenues for Homeless Youth.

Homelessness is devastating for anyone, but perhaps the most overlooked group of those experiencing it are the youth of our society. Of those homeless youth, 51% have been physically and/or sexually abused and feel that they have nowhere else to turn except to the streets.  Since 1994, however, they have had another option.

Avenues for Homeless Youth opened its doors in 1994 in response to the lack of aid specifically for homeless youth and young adults. The shelter offers not only emergency basic needs such as meals and a place to sleep, but also provides physical and mental health services, life skills training, and education and employment support. Youth are supported in their journey to become self-sufficient, successful individuals.

Eight years ago, Suzanne (owner of Jungle Red), approached Avenues for Homeless Youth to discover ways to partner with them in their cause. As a result, Treasures for Teens was designed and has been a success ever since.  The event is centered on having fun while supporting an amazing cause.

This year’s theme is taking us back to the 70’s with an Afro contest and music provided by DJ Nightstalker. A silent art auction of local artists’ work will be held, with all funds going to Avenues for Homeless Youth.

By now, we all know that the economy is challenging for everyone but homeless youth are in a Catch-22: They can’t get a job without providing a current address and they can’t get a place to live without an income. Avenues for Homeless Youth needs your support so that they can support the future of our society who so desperately need our help.

Come get your groove on with Jungle Red Salon and Avenues for Homeless Youth on Saturday, January 23, 2010 from 7:00-11:00pm at Jungle Red Salon! While there will be a bar, the event is open to all ages and is only $5.00 at the door! Join us in changing the lives of our youth!

Information taken from Minnesota Coalition for the Homeless and Avenues for Homeless Youth.

Check out Avenues for Homeless Youth for more information on their efforts!

Check out Jungle Red Salon to discover everything the saon has to offer!

See you Saturday!

Beth