Generation Next’s mission is to harness the community’s knowledge, expertise, and action to ensure that every child can thrive. We envision a future in which every child has the academic, social, and emotional skills to thrive in a globally-fluent world. 

Generation Next works with schools and school districts, community-based and advocacy organizations, philanthropic organizations, city and county governments, and higher education organizations to support students from cradle to career. Using the three strategic levers of practice, policy, and funding, we implement a collective impact model to increase achievements for all students. 

Generation Next is a coalition of civic, business, and education leaders from across Minneapolis and Saint Paul dedicated to closing achievement and opportunity gaps.

We use rigorous data analysis and community engagement to identify what works and replicate the most promising practices.