Save the Date for the 14th Annual Art 4 Shelter on May 3, 2024!

Dive into a world of creativity and advocacy with Art 4 Shelter. Browse hundreds of original works by emerging and established artists. Peruse the silent auction, with larger artworks, jewelry, pottery, art experiences, and more. Plus, enjoy a live DJ, curated drinks from Glass House, and light snacks from CRAVE. Best of all, admission is free. Proceeds benefit Simpson’s mission to house, support, and advocate for people experiencing homelessness.

For information on how to donate your artwork, please visit our Submission Guidelines page or contact us at development@simpsonhousing.org.

If you’re interested in sponsoring Art 4 Shelter, please visit our Sponsorship page or contact Elisabeth at eloeffler@simpsonhousing.org.

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Learn with Simpson offers virtual and in-person learning opportunities. All are welcome!

Anti-Racism Learning Series: An in-person series of workshops designed to introduce topics of anti-racism and cultural awareness. These workshops provide practical, accessible opportunities to learn about racism, white supremacy, white fragility, and other topics vital to Simpson’s work with the community.

Simpson 360: A virtual series designed to highlight Simpson’s shelter and supportive housing programs. Led by Simpson’s incredible program managers and staff, each 30-minute session focuses on a specific program area in Simpson’s shelter and housing programs, with time allotted for questions.

Book Club Discussion: Join Simpson in reading Tracy Kidder’s Rough Sleepers, a compelling nonfiction narrative that explores and reflects on how housing insecurity is intertwined with social systems including health care, education, criminal justice and more. Volunteers, staff, and community members are welcome to participate in the book club. New date and location: An in-person discussion will be held May 15 at the Simpson office. 

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Build-Up Campaign

Simpson Housing Services is proud to announce that it has reached the final phase of its $47 million fundraising goal—the largest fundraising campaign in the agency’s 41 years of service. Simpson has raised $42 million to date with $5 million remaining.

The Build-Up Campaign supports a new shelter and housing facility, new program and administration space, and funding for sustainability.

Demolition on the Simpson United Methodist Church Building began Oct. 6, 2023. Construction of the new facility is expected to begin in early 2024.

It’s about more than just a new building. Help us reimagine shelter.

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News

Announcing the 14th Annual Art 4 Shelter

March 8, 2024
The 14th Annual Art 4 Shelter is on May 3, 2024, at Glass House. Browse hundreds of original works by emerging and established artists at this massive art sale and auction.

Celebrating Nedra Robinson

January 22, 2024
After 10 years at Simpson Housing Services, Nedra Robinson is retiring from her role of Early Childhood Program Manager. Friends, family, and colleagues gathered to celebrate Nedra through stories, poems, tears, laughter, food, and a special proclamation.

39th Annual Homeless Memorial

January 10, 2024
Minneapolis, MN: At the 39th Annual Homeless Memorial March, the community remembered 266 people: 125 people who died while homeless, 102 individuals who were previously homeless, and 25 advocates who passed away in 2023.

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