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Our story

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

We started this because the community we needed did not exist, so we built it. Let’s Fuel Growth is a Minnesota 501(c)(3), and in practice it is a group of people who show up for each other and keep showing up.

Why we exist

What we are actually doing here.

There is no shortage of advice about mental health. There is a serious shortage of places to belong while you work on yours. That gap is the whole reason we exist.

So we do it the long way. We organize things that are hard enough to matter, a mile on a track, a winter Summit, sixteen days walking to Everest Base Camp, and we do them together. Something happens when people are tired and honest at the same time. Guards come down. Real conversations start. People exchange numbers and actually use them.

Recovery is where this began and it is still a core pillar of our funding. What grew around it is broader: anyone carrying anxiety, grief, burnout, or just the sense that they are drifting. You do not have to explain yourself at the door and you do not have to be fine.

We do not run programs at people. We invite them in, then we walk with them, and we are still there after the event is over. That last part is the whole thing.

The whole group at the top of the hill after a ruck
The part nobody photographs

The event is the excuse. The hour afterwards is the point.

Cold water, a hard mile, a long climb. They all do the same thing. They put strangers in one place with their guard down, and then somebody says the true thing out loud and finds out they are not the only one.

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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

What it actually looks like

Real mornings, real people, no stock photography.

Summit ruck, the whole group
Summit ruck, the whole group
Sauna and cold plunge
Sauna and cold plunge
Dinner, after
Dinner, after
Winter Summit session
Winter Summit session
Snowshoe, January
Snowshoe, January
Two minutes in the cold
Two minutes in the cold
The sauna at dusk
The sauna at dusk
The real conversation
The real conversation
Ice Camp, February
Ice Camp, February
Sauna, twenty deep
Sauna, twenty deep
Into the water
Into the water
It starts here
It starts here
MN Mile, Minnetonka
MN Mile, Minnetonka
Festival day
Festival day
Sunrise setup, from above
Sunrise setup, from above
Snowshoe morning
Snowshoe morning
The trail to Base Camp
The trail to Base Camp
Phakding, day two
Phakding, day two
Barrel saunas on the ice
Barrel saunas on the ice
The kids race
The kids race
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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Every dollar is a step someone takes.

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

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Email: [email protected]
Location: Wayzata, MN 55391

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