Action Alert: Ask House Members to Support Homes for All!
Your help is needed! MN House proposal cuts millions from proven and effective housing/homeless programs The House Job Growth and Energy Committee has released their initial omnibus bill. Family Homeless Prevention & Assistance cut $1.3 million Housing Trust Fund Rental Assistance cut $2.4 million Challenge Fund (housing construction/rehab) cut $5 million MN House proposes cutting Health […]
Prosperity for All Legislation Clears Hurdle
We have exciting news from the State Capitol! On March 10, the bill to increase MFIP cash assistance by $100/month was approved unanimously in the Senate Health and Human Services committee. If it is included in the final budget deal, this will be the first MFIP increase since 1986. You can watch a clip from […]
Governor Dayton’s Budget Proposal
Governor Dayton released his 2016-17 budget proposal this week. The Minnesota Coalition for the Homeless praises Governor Dayton’s support for children and families. Top budget priorities include a child care tax credit, statewide pre-k, and wrap around school services. Here’s what we’re watching: HOMES FOR ALL $2.5M increase for Bridges (rental assistance for individuals with serious […]
Precinct Caucus Resolution to Prevent and End Homelessness
It’s an off election year but if your local party is hosting precinct caucuses on Tuesday February 3, be sure to bring along the Resolution to Prevent and End Homelessness. A PDF is available here. Resolution to Prevent and End Homelessness Whereas an estimated 14,000 Minnesotans are homeless on any given night and 13,000 school […]
We’re Back at the State Capitol
2015 Legislative Agenda 1. Homes for All Invest an additional $39M to prevent homelessness and create housing Endorse Homes for All 2. Prosperity for All Reduce transportation barriers for striving workers by adding $100/month to MFIP assistance, the workforce program for low-income families Endorse Prosperity for All Email List Sign Up Forms Homes for All Prosperity […]
30th Annual Homeless Memorial March & Service
Please join us to remember those who have died homeless this year at the 30th annual Homeless Memorial March & Service. Thursday, December 18, 2014 | 5:00 pm | March & Silent Vigil Hennepin County Government Center 3rd Avenue South & 5th Street South, Minneapolis 6:30 pm | Service of Remembrance |Simpson United Methodist Church 2740 1st Avenue South, […]
Big Campaign Announcement
We have big news! The Homes for All and Prosperity for All campaigns have announced priorities for the upcoming legislative session. A $39 million increase for housing and homeless services The MFIP Workforce Transportation Bill, adding $130 per month in assistance for striving families We have a lot of work ahead but first we need […]
Around the State in 4 Days
Around the State in 4 Days, or What I Learned About Transitional Housing During My First Week at MCH By Atom Robinson Hi. I’m the new guy at the Minnesota Coalition for the Homeless. My name is Atom Robinson and I’m going to be doing outreach and policy campaign work for the Coalition. I’m really […]
Steve O’Neil and Bruce Vento Award Nominations
Do you know someone who is an outstanding organizer for social change? Do you know someone who has provided extraordinary service to people in need? Please help us honor and recognize champions in our community. Submit your nominations for the Steve O’Neil Outstanding Organizing Award and Bruce Vento Distinguished Service Award by August 22, 2014. […]
Legislative Wrap Up: $100 Million for Housing Passed!
In 2014, advocates and community members from across the state rallied to pass a record-breaking $100 million in bonds for housing at the State Capitol. On May 20, 2014, Governor Dayton signed the bill into law. This funding will be used to build and preserve over 5,000 units of affordable housing for homeless and low-income Minnesotans. […]