Our story

We are building the kind of community we wish we had.

Let’s Fuel Growth was born from a deep desire to create meaningful and lasting change. We are a Minnesota 501(c)(3) using movement, mindset, and connection to build resilience in the people who show up.

Why we exist

Recognize the need. Build the bridge.

Recognizing an urgent need for community-focused mental health and wellness support, our founders established Let’s Fuel Growth as a platform for transformation.

Through community events, adventures, and purpose-driven experiences, we ignite hope, inspire positive action, and cultivate essential life and leadership skills. By fostering meaningful connections and empowering individuals to embrace mental wellness, whether through overcoming addiction, improving overall mental health, or simply seeking personal growth, we help each person thrive both personally and as integral members of their communities.

We do not run programs at people. We invite them in, then we walk with them.

Our mission

The mission of Let’s Fuel Growth Inc. is to teach essential life skills and build resilient communities by supporting mental wellness and empowering individuals to make a positive, lasting impact.

Minnesota 501(c)(3) · EIN 99-1365869

Our vision

A world where mental wellness is widely accessible.

We envision a world where every individual facing mental health challenges has the support, resources, and community they need to thrive.

A world where mental wellness is widely accessible, resilience is nurtured, and leadership is fostered. Through Let’s Fuel Growth, we are not just dreaming of this world. We are actively building it, one event, one donation, and one life at a time.

Focus areas

Three places we put our energy.

01

Mental health

Support, resources, and community for anyone navigating mental health challenges. Programming designed to interrupt isolation and build daily practices that actually stick.

02

Experiential growth

Movement, adventure, and challenge as the curriculum. Summits, expeditions, and local events that turn inspiration into action through real, embodied experiences.

03

Addiction recovery

Recovery is a core pillar. We fund Summit Scholarships, partner with recovery centers, and design alcohol-free events where people in recovery can show up, belong, and lead.

From the founder

“The biggest thing we can offer people is community. A place where you don’t have to feel alone, and you don’t have to pretend you’re okay when you’re not.”
Ryan Rivard, Founder

Get involved

There is a place for you here.

Whether you are a runner, a cyclist, an artist, or simply someone who believes in making a difference, there is a place for you in Let’s Fuel Growth.

Join us as a participant, volunteer, or donor, and help us spread the message of hope, resilience, and empowerment far and wide. Together, we can transform lives and create a legacy of growth and inclusivity for generations to come.

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Donate

Every dollar is a step someone takes.

Your gift funds Summit Scholarships, recovery partnerships, and mental health programming. Tax-deductible. EIN 99-1365869.


Reach us

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Phone: +1 (847) 989-4310
Email: [email protected]
Location: Wayzata, MN 55391