Corporate Spotlight: Two Harbors Investment Corp.
Posted on May 5th, 2020Two Harbors Investment Corp. (NYSE: TWO, “Two Harbors”) is a Twin Cities-based publicly-traded mortgage real estate investment trust. Two Harbors has a strong commitment to supporting its local communities through charities aligned within the housing sector. Simpson Housing Services is proud to partner with Two Harbors in providing housing solutions to the Twin Cities metro area.
Homes for All Virtual Rally: May 8
Posted on April 30th, 2020Registration for the Homes for All virtual rally on May 8th is now open! Please register here.
Join advocates across Minnesota and urge state leaders to invest $500 million in housing infrastructure bonds and make housing a priority. Hear from state lawmakers, advocates, and people whose lives have been affected by the housing crisis.
Meet Tyler, Simpson Middle School Mentor
Posted on April 20th, 2020Tyler, an accountant at United Health Group, is a mentor in Simpson’s middle school mentoring program. He is matched with 11-year-old Jerome, a bright and insightful 5th grader who loves his family, school, and playing sports.
Tyler discovered Simpson’s Children and Youth Services Program when he was searching for a volunteer opportunity that blended his passions for ending homelessness and helping youth.
Announcing a $135,000 Match for Simpson
Posted on April 16th, 2020We are honored to announce a $135,000 fundraising challenge match for Simpson Housing Services.
Your gift will help Simpson sustain our mission, maintain the 24/7 operations of our shelter, and support the $52,000 per month increase to Simpson’s operating budget.
Please consider making a financial gift to Simpson Housing Services and your contribution will be MATCHED dollar for dollar, up to $135,000. Click here to make a gift.
Voices for Housing
Posted on April 14th, 2020Join us for Voices for Housing, a virtually for a 60-minute advocacy session led by the Minnesota Coalition for the Homeless, on April 28, 2020 from 11:00 a.m. – noon. Click here to register.
- Be inspired by speakers who will outline our bold 2020 legislative agenda that ensures safe and stable housing for all Minnesotans.
COVID-19 Response Legislation
Posted on March 31st, 2020
In partnership with Minnesota Coalition for the Homeless (MCH) and Homes for All-MN, the Simpson community has been actively engaged in advocacy efforts, urging MN legislators to approve funding and resources to support emergency shelters and rental assistance during the COVID-19 pandemic.
How you can help
Posted on March 26th, 2020Due to the rapidly changing situation and continued spread of COVID-19 in Minnesota, Simpson Housing Services has implemented plans and safety measures to sustain our mission and ensure the safety of the people we serve and our staff members that work alongside them.
The shelter is vital to our community, and we are committed to maintaining shelter operations. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Simpson began operating the emergency shelter 24 hours per day on March 17.
Click here for more information and updates.
Working Together to Support the Simpson Community
Posted on March 25th, 2020During the COVID-19 pandemic, Simpson Housing Services remains committed to our mission to house, support, and advocate for people experiencing homelessness.
Simpson has implemented plans and safety measures to ensure the safety of the people we serve and our staff members that work alongside them. Simpson’s shelter was the first in the Twin Cities to extend its shelter hours to 24/7 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Three Minneapolis caterers respond to need, provide meals at Simpson Shelter
Posted on March 25th, 2020PRESS RELEASE
March 25, 2020
Media Contact: Elisabeth Loeffler, cell: (612) 210-2343
eloeffler@old.simpsonhousing.org
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, three Minneapolis caterers step up to provide meals at a homelessness shelter
Minneapolis,