Community Resources

Minnesota Literacy and ESL Resources

The Loft sometimes receives requests for literacy services or classes, and while we don't offer those services, there are some fantastic Minnesota organizations that do. Please see the links below for more information.

• Find Free Classes for Adults through the Minnesota Literacy Council—Adult Literacy Hotline / Search Tool Search over 400 programs statewide: http://mnliteracy.org/hotline
• Open Door Learning Centers—6 Locations Classes in: English language, GED, civics and work-readiness: http://mnliteracy.org/opendoorcoordinators
• Free Online Trainings—Basic Computer, Internet, IT Skills, and GED Preparation http://mnliteracy.org/students/online
• Minnesota Adult Basic Education—http://mnabe.org/ 

There are also national online resources specifically for ESL/ELL college students that anyone can access. You can find a helpful listing here: https://www.edumed.org/resources/esl-ell-college-students

Services for Artists

There are numerous community resources for artists in our community. This is not a comprehensive list, but it can be a good place to start. 

• Springboard for the Arts: Resources, job postings, trainings, events and much more. 
• Mental Health Resources to Prevent Creative Burnout: Compiled and managed by Cal Berkeley Extension.