Programming will be canceled until further notice. We will keep you updated!
A Statement from the REACH Board of Directors
It is with profound sadness that the REACH Board shares the passing of our beloved Executive Director, Dakota Koski. There are simply no words that adequately express the magnitude of this loss. Dakota was the heart of REACH. The program would not be what it is today without his vision, dedication, leadership, and, most importantly, his genuine care for the young people and families we serve. He believed deeply in the power of relationships, in giving young people a place where they belonged, and in helping them recognize their own potential. He lived those values every day.
Dakota’s impact extended far beyond the walls of REACH. He was a lifelong member of the Cloquet community and someone who was known, loved, and respected by so many. Through his work, his friendships, and the countless young people and families he supported, Dakota built relationships that will continue to have an impact for years to come. His absence will be felt deeply throughout Carlton County and beyond.
This loss is devastating, and it is difficult to comprehend a REACH community without Dakota at the center of it. We are grieving not only the loss of our Executive Director, but the loss of a friend, mentor, community leader, and an incredibly important part of the REACH family.
At this time, our focus is on Dakota’s family, our REACH youth and families, our staff, and the many members of our community who are grieving this tremendous loss. The Board is working through the decisions surrounding REACH’s programming and operations in the days ahead. We will share information about future programming and other organizational updates as those plans are developed.
Above all, we want to honor Dakota by remembering what he gave to this community: his time, his
energy, his compassion, his humor, his leadership, and his unwavering belief in young people.
Our deepest condolences are with Dakota’s mom and his entire family, as well as with everyone who had the privilege of knowing and loving him. We know this loss will be felt deeply by our entire community.
Dakota meant so much to so many. He will be profoundly missed, and his impact will remain a part of REACH and the community he loved for years to come.
With love and deepest sympathy,
The REACH Board of Directors
About Us
REACH Youth-Adult Partnerships provides learning, leadership, and connection through positive youth-adult partnerships in Cloquet and Carlton County. Through out-of-school programming, volunteer opportunities, recreational activities, and student support, REACH helps youth build confidence, life skills, community connections, and a stronger sense of belonging.
Get Involved
REACH's programs are made possible by people like you that give the gift of time to our youth.
We strive to serve the youth in Carlton County with programs that create an environment essential for their well-being and success and that inspire, engage, and provide opportunities for leadership, and self determination. Through partnerships with our volunteers we hope to reduce obstacles at school and home while increasing positive role models in their lives.
Donate
REACH extends its sincere gratitude to our generous donors and sponsors. Your support is the foundation of our mission, enabling us to make a meaningful impact in our community and beyond.
With your help, we can continue our efforts to create an environment for youth that is essential for well-being and success. Thank you for believing in our cause and being an essential part of our journey
Events
Stay connected with REACHYAP's latest events and programs! We’re committed to engaging our students and community through activities supporting learning, growth, and connection. Check out our activity calendar to explore everything happening this season, including our out-of-school programming and fundraising events. *Events are exclusively for REACH participants.*
CELEBRATING 25 YEARS
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Youth Reached
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Volunteer Hours
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