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Simpson Loves Subaru

Posted on August 31st, 2021

Simpson Housing Services is thrilled to announce we are one of two local agencies selected to be the Hometown Charity beneficiaries of Morrie’s Subaru Brooklyn Park’s Share the Love program.

For each car purchased from November 1 –  December 31, 2021 at Morrie’s Subaru Brooklyn Park the purchaser can select Simpson to receive a $250 donation.

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Nataisia Nicole: A Mother and Entrepreneur With a Vision for Change

Posted on July 3rd, 2021

Nataisia Nicole is an entrepreneur, a mother, and a community advocate. She is a bold communicator who brings resourcefulness and inspiration to her relationships and pursuits. Her wisdom and resilience have guided her through significant hardship as a single mom and have created her vision for empowerment that she shares with the community through her new company called N’BRACE.

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Reflecting on Simpson’s Anti-racist Work During the Past Year 

Posted on May 24th, 2021

Four staff members share their perspectives.

“It has been an emotional journey,” says Early Childhood Program Manager Nedra Robinson. “What was interesting to me, is that white people finally understood their responsibility for all the racism from the past. After seeing George Floyd, an ordinary man,

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Pop-Up Art Sale & Pickup Party

Posted on May 17th, 2021

Join us for the Art 4 Shelter Pop-Art Sale and Pickup Party!

Saturday, June 5, 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Glass House: 145 Holden St., North Minneapolis, MN 55405

Please find parking information below.

Share in the spirit of Art 4 Shelter at this free community celebration.

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Meet Pete: Simpson Participant and Art 4 Shelter Artist

Posted on May 11th, 2021

Pete is an accomplished, self-taught artist. He paints stunning landscapes with colorful sunsets, birch trees, and serene blue waters. Watercolor is his favorite medium. His paintings adorn the lobby, community room, and hallways of his apartment building, providing warmth, color, and glimpses of natural beauty to these shared spaces. Pete has also showcased his admired paintings
at Simpson Housing Services’

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View Our Art 4 Shelter 2021 Video

Posted on May 11th, 2021

The Art 4 Shelter virtual art sale & auction begins May 12 at noon and ends May 16 at 5:00 p.m. Over 1,600 pieces of original artwork, photography, and ceramics are available for purchase to support Simpson’s shelter and housing programs. Enjoy watching our new Art 4 Shelter video created by Maribeth Romslo. Visit www.art4shelter.org to begin shopping!

Art 4 Shelter Artist: Kim Senn

Posted on May 4th, 2021

Kim Senn is an artist, business owner, and community advocate committed to helping end homelessness. She studied journalism and started her professional career in advertising. To create balance in her life, Kim recalls taking life drawing classes and focusing her energy on drawing, painting, and jewelry projects. Art continues to be her creative outlet and an essential element of her professional endeavors. 

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