“With the experience from Wildflyer, I was able to land a job opening a coffee bar at a hotel, and I also have a position teaching art to kids in shelters.” -Venus, Wildflyer Graduate

“I am no longer my past but I am me and me is free indeed.” -Edda, Wildflyer Graduate

“Wildflyer has been the best job I’ve had so far and everyone is really kind.” -Deion, Wildflyer Graduate

Roughly 50% of the homeless population in the US has spent time in the foster care system.

“7 out of 10 youth experienced a chronic mental or physical health condition, or substance abuse disorder.” -Wilder Research Study

“I only started at Wildflyer a month ago but this is the most stable I’ve ever been. I’m so glad I’ve gotten to the point where I can take care of myself because it was never really done for me.” -Sarah, Wildflyer Graduate

Our mission is what sets us apart from other coffee shops in the Twin Cities. Our mission一our north star, our singular focus一is to provide meaningful employment, job skills, and resources that our youth need to end the cycle of homelessness.

“What I want people to know about youth experiencing homelessness is that It’s super complicated. It takes a long long time because even after a month of being in a hotel I was still homeless because housing wasn’t there for me. It’s a complicated system, it’s not easy.” -Neleah, Wildflyer Graduate