Special Edition: 2024 Highlights so far from MCH Policy Fellow
Hello there, I hope this note finds you well. As I reflect on my journey thus far in the MCH Advocacy Fellowship Program, I am compelled to share some insights with you. This experience has been nothing short of transformative, and I’m grateful for the opportunity it has provided for growth, learning, and meaningful engagement. One […]
FHPAP Updates with Ranee Rock, MCH Advocacy Fellow
The last few weeks we have been busy at the Capitol with the Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program (FHPAP). Ranee Rock, MCH Advocacy Fellow, prepped a testifier a few weeks ago, and she also testified herself last week in front of the House and Senate committees. Keep reading for an update from Ranee and […]
MCH Leadership Updates: Interim Executive Director
đź“ť A note from our Interim Executive DirectorWe have selected our Interim Executive Director! After a few discussions as a team, we decided an in-house interim would serve our organization best through the end of the year. Welcome, Matt Traynor! Find a note from Matt here: Hello! If you do not already know me, my name […]
Special Edition: #MCHDOTH Highlights from MCH Fellows!
Last week was Homeless Day on the Hill, for some of our Fellows it was their first one, and we wanted to take the time to share their highlights and experiences. đź’» MCH Fellowship ProgramThere are four individuals in the Advocacy Fellowship Program with MCH: Laquita Love-Limo, Jason Urbanczyk, Claudette McDowall, and Ranee Rock. The […]
Mid-Session Update
The Minnesota Legislature is currently taking their spring recess, so it’s a great time to catch up on what’s been happening over at the Capitol!Â
38th Annual Homeless Memorial March and Service
Honoring and remembering those who have died while experiencing homelessness In December of 1984, the first official Minnesota Homeless Memorial was held, launching the collaboration between Simpson Housing Services and the Minnesota Coalition for the Homeless (MCH) that exists to this day. Unidentified people began to be included in the service throughout the years, as […]
Early Bird Conference Registration & Conference Scholarships!
Early Bird Registration is now open for the 2022 Annual MCH Conference! This early registration at a reduced rate for both Members ($230) and General Admission ($255) is only available until Monday, July 25th, 2022. Get signed up today so you don’t miss the amazing networking opportunities, breakout sessions, workshops, and presentations that’ll all take place in Duluth on […]
Meet our new Board Members!
Join us in welcoming our newest board members to the Minnesota Coalition for the Homeless: Thomas Adams, Commonbond Communities Elena Guerra, Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Clara Jung, Macalester College Mary Reigert, Minnesota Tribal Collaborative to End Homelessness Kayla Simon, Minnesota State Community & Technical College Read a little about them below: Thomas Adams – […]
MCH is seeking four Board Members
MCH is putting out a broad call to our community of supporters to recruit four individuals to join the MCH Board of Directors in January 2022. MCH seeks board members representing the diverse viewpoints of our broad coalition and committed to our shared mission to generate policies, community support and local resources for housing and services to end homelessness in Minnesota. Board Leadership […]
MCH Staff Comings and Goings
March 09, 2021 Good Morning MCH Advocates, We are moving quickly at the legislature after a great Homeless Day on the Hill. Please stay tuned for ways to get and stay engaged as the legislative session progresses.I want to share some important staff updates from MCH. We are adding two new staff and saying goodbye to one… It’s time to […]