“We are grateful for the Star Tribune featuring Simpson Staff on the front page – working diligently to make best use of the limited shelter resources we have available in our community. As we continue to work towards creative, collaborative solutions – this important issue certainly warrants front page attention.”
Randy Pottebaum may be retired, but he’s not done helping others. For two years, Randy has volunteered his time at Simpson’s Shelter 3-4 evenings a month. He stocks and cleans up the supply closet, he makes coffee for guests, and then greets them as they enter the shelter for the evening.
President of Deneen Pottery, Niles Deneen, wrote a story on how he got involved with Simpson and created a special mug for us. Read his story here and if you are interested in purchasing a mug for $20, please contact Jessica at jlamb@simpsonhousing.org.
Mugs can be picked up at the Simpson office or mailed for additional fee.
Laughter. Smiles. Happy tears It’s becoming a familiar scene at 66 West on Move-In Day. Throughout the summer, 39 young adults will be moving into the newly finished apartment building. But it’s more than just a new apartment for these young people.
View the full Summer Newsletter here.
Dear Simpson Friends:
2017 is not only Simpson’s 35th Anniversary, it also marks my 5th year as Executive Director. Without a doubt, leading Simpson has been the toughest, most rewarding job I’ve ever had.
Through a long-time Simpson supporter, we were introduced to Deneen Pottery. Their President, Niles Deneen, shared how they got involved with Simpson and created a special mug for us. Read their story below and if you are interested in purchasing a mug for $20, please contact Jessica at jlamb@simpsonhousing.org.
For the second year in a row, Simpson Housing Services is pleased to participate in the Minnesota Monthly’s Give Twin Cities Challenge.
The nonprofit that raises the most during the six week challenge wins: $25,000 first place, $15,000 second place, and $10,000 third place. Weekly bonus challenges are also available.
Joshua Kortgard is not your average 14 year old boy. Sure, he likes playing tennis, video games, but he also spends his time collecting toiletries to donate to Simpson’s Shelter.
It all started a few years ago on a family trip to Chicago. Josh saw people on the streets and started asking questions:
“Where do they sleep?”
“Can they come live with us?”
“How do they brush their teeth?”
“Can we buy them a house?”
His mom,
On March 29th, we joined the community in celebrating 10 years of Heading Home Hennepin. At the celebration one of Simpson’s participants, Brittany, was featured in the video.
Click here to view the video, her story starts at 1.44. Brittany and her two children found housing through a partnership with Simpson and Hennepin County’s Stable Family Initiative.
