The summer newsletter is here! Checkout the 2015 program outcomes and learn more about updates at Simpson. If you would like to be added to our mailing list to receive future newsletters, email Elisabeth at eloeffler@old.simpsonhousing.org.
We are now offering Simpson merchandise available for purchase. Show your Simpson Spirit with our new t-shirts, sweatshirt and other items. Click here to make your order today.
Betsy came to Simpson Housing Services last year after leaving her apartment in North Minneapolis. Her neighbors were violent and she didn’t feel safe there, but had nowhere else to go. She heard about the Simpson Shelter lottery for women and participated, keeping a positive attitude.
Betsy’s positive thinking paid off;
In March, bdh+young employees kicked off the company’s 45th anniversary by dedicating 2016 to a Caring Campaign benefiting Simpson Housing Services. The interior design and architecture firm’s 44 employees are volunteering over the course of the year with events scheduled each month to support shelter guests and individuals and families in Simpson’s supportive housing programs.
Simpson Housing Services is a proud partner on an exciting new project for formerly homeless young residents of Hennepin County. On July 12, Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative began construction on 66 West, a new, 39-unit property specifically for transition age young people, ages 16-24, experiencing homelessness. Simpson will partner with Beacon and provide support services,
Simpson Housing Services has been selected to provide on-site staff support at Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative’s affordable housing building 66 West in Edina. 66 West will include 39 studio apartments, shared common areas, and offices for onsite supportive services.
We are pleased to be a part of the Give Twin Cities Challenge, a fundraising competition on CrowdRise. The Give Twin Cities Challenge was launched by Minnesota Monthly to help local charities gain awareness, and most importantly, funds for their cause. To make a donation to our challenge campaign visit our donation page.
Join us for a fun and interactive information session about our Children and Youth Services volunteer opportunities!
Introduction to Volunteering with Children and Youth
Monday, June 20th, 5: 30 PM – 7 PM, at 2100 Pillsbury Ave S, Mpls, 55404
Saturday,
May 11, 2016 | Le Meridien Chambers Hotel
901 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis
First Look Luncheon: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Tickets priced at $200 each.
Purchase your tickets to the First Look Luncheon today – click here!
Enjoy a delicious lunch while having an exclusive chance to view and purchase up to three original Art 4 Shelter artworks – before anyone else!
Star Tribune| 2.28.2016: Homelessness increases despite decade-long push to end it in Minneapolis, Hennepin County by Steve Brandt
