Support Simpson on Give to the Max Day – November 16, 2017
Posted on November 15th, 2017To make your gift today – click here. New and increased gifts (by 10%) will be matched up to $35,000 by the Frey Foundation.
Watch our video and see how your gift will make a difference. Your gift will help people in a housing crisis find the stability they need to live a successful and productive life.
Shelter Manager Robert Hofmann Receives Service Award
Posted on September 26th, 2017Shelter Manager Robert Hofmann received the 2017 Bruce Vento Distinguished Service Award at the Minnesota Coalition for the Homeless conference. Congratulations, Robert!
Robert brings passion and commitment to help people experiencing homelessness and provides dignity and support to each shelter guest. Read more about Robert and his work at the shelter here.
Star Tribune: With too many homeless and too few shelter beds
Posted on September 20th, 2017“We are grateful for the Star Tribune featuring Simpson Staff on the front page – working diligently to make best use of the limited shelter resources we have available in our community. As we continue to work towards creative, collaborative solutions – this important issue certainly warrants front page attention.”
Meet Randy: A Shelter Volunteer
Posted on August 24th, 2017Randy Pottebaum may be retired, but he’s not done helping others. For two years, Randy has volunteered his time at Simpson’s Shelter 3-4 evenings a month. He stocks and cleans up the supply closet, he makes coffee for guests, and then greets them as they enter the shelter for the evening.
Special Simpson Mug Available at Simpson Store
Posted on August 21st, 2017President of Deneen Pottery, Niles Deneen, wrote a story on how he got involved with Simpson and created a special mug for us. Read his story here and if you are interested in purchasing a mug for $20, please contact Jessica at jlamb@old.simpsonhousing.org.
Mugs can be picked up at the Simpson office or mailed for additional fee.
Simpson Welcome Home 39 Young Adults to 66 West
Posted on August 20th, 2017
Laughter. Smiles. Happy tears It’s becoming a familiar scene at 66 West on Move-In Day. Throughout the summer, 39 young adults will be moving into the newly finished apartment building. But it’s more than just a new apartment for these young people.
Summer Newsletter 2017
Posted on August 15th, 2017
View the full Summer Newsletter here.
Dear Simpson Friends:
2017 is not only Simpson’s 35th Anniversary, it also marks my 5th year as Executive Director. Without a doubt, leading Simpson has been the toughest, most rewarding job I’ve ever had.
Deneen Pottery creates a Simpson mug and shares their story
Posted on August 1st, 2017Through a long-time Simpson supporter, we were introduced to Deneen Pottery. Their President, Niles Deneen, shared how they got involved with Simpson and created a special mug for us. Read their story below and if you are interested in purchasing a mug for $20, please contact Jessica at jlamb@old.simpsonhousing.org.
Help Simpson win $25,000
Posted on July 19th, 2017
For the second year in a row, Simpson Housing Services is pleased to participate in the Minnesota Monthly’s Give Twin Cities Challenge.
The nonprofit that raises the most during the six week challenge wins: $25,000 first place, $15,000 second place, and $10,000 third place. Weekly bonus challenges are also available.