Rooted in Community: Welcome to the Up North Family Guide

We know that raising a family takes a village. Up North Family Guide is your digital village green. We connect parents, caregivers, and families in Itasca County and across Northern Minnesota with the vital resources they need to thrive.

Whether you are looking for a trusted local daycare, searching for weekend activities, or navigating family support services, we gather all the details into one welcoming place. This platform is built by neighbors, for neighbors, with the goal of making family life up north just a little bit easier.

A colorful illustrated map depicting a rural outdoor scene with animals, plants, a house, and recreational activities. The map is shaped like itasca county and highlights the communities served by the Up North Family Resource Guide.

Together, we're stronger.

As a collective of local organizations, we've created this online resource to support families in Northern Minnesota.

Itasca Area Schools Collaborative

EARLY EDge

Community Education

Itasca Public Health

Itasca County Family YMCA

Minnesota North- Itasca Campus

Connecting families, strengthening community.

Connecting families, strengthening community.