FYI is dedicated to the success of young people in the Faribault area and is anchored by the 40 Developmental Assets; a framework which outlines the building blocks of healthy youth development.
Our Mission and Vision
FYI is dedicated to improving youth outcomes on a population level and works with multiple community partners to influence systems change.
FYI envisions Faribault to be a place where ALL young people thrive.
FYI is an expert in convening stakeholders, building consensus, promoting best practices, providing background support, and advocating for equitable policy and practices.
Staff and Board
Kymn Anderson
Faribault Chamber of Commerce
Delane James (Chair)
Library Director
Dr. Anne Marie Leland
Community Education Director, Faribault Public Schools
Nalani McCuthcheon
Associate Director of Charter School Authorizing, Audubon Center of the North Woods
Josh Ramaker
SHIP Coordinator, Rice County Public Health
Kathleen Wendt
Junior, Faribault High School
Becky Ford
Director
Our Partners
Allina Health
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Chamber of Commerce
City of Faribault
Faribault Diversity Coalition
Faribault Public Schools
Girls Scouts of River Valleys
Growing Up Healthy
Healthfinders Collaborative, Inc.
Northfield Healthy Community Initiative
Paradise Center for the Arts
Rice County 4-H
Rice County Family Services Collaborative
Rice County Public Health
Rice County Social Services, Community Corrections, & Attorney’s Office
Three Rivers Community Action
University of Minnesota-Extension
Our Supporters
We are incredibly grateful for the contributions of our partners and supporters. Their ongoing commitment makes it possible for FYI to continue to build collaborations that support and empower youth.
