Simpson News

Mamas’ Day of Healing

Simpson News March 6, 2019

The inaugural Mamas’ Day of Healing, an all-day retreat for parents in Simpson’s family supportive housing program took place on February 28, 2019. Fourteen moms, one father, and twenty children ages three months to eight years, […]

The Navigation Center: Collaboration. Safe Housing. New Beginnings.

Simpson News February 21, 2019

The Navigation Center, a Native-led, collaborative community response, opened in December 2018. Designed as a low-barrier and service-rich temporary shelter for adults, the Navigation Center provides a safe and dignified transitional housing option for more than 120 community members who previously lived outdoors at the encampment, respectfully known as the Wall of Forgotten Natives. Early in the planning process, Simpson Housing Services was selected by the collaborative planning team to provide shelter operational support for the Navigation Center.
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Give the gift of home this season and your gift will be matched!

Simpson News December 26, 2018

Click here to make a gift to Simpson Housing Services today.

New or increased gifts (10% or more) will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $45,000.

We’re excited to have special partners again this year in our work to end homelessness. Thank you to our fundraising challenge partners:  The Frey Foundation and Rodney D. Bacon

Together, we can end homelessness.

Homeless Memorial Service Reading: “We Carry Their Names”

Uncategorized December 20, 2018

At the 34th Annual Minnesota Homeless Memorial March and Service, the community gathered to remember 100 homeless friends, 89 formerly homeless folks, and 16 advocates who passed away in 2018. The […]

Mail Carrier/Musician Delivers Goodwill to Simpson

Simpson News, Stories December 19, 2018

  Tanner Peck has worked for the U.S. Postal Service for the last four years. In his utility role, he delivers mail on five different routes in Minneapolis. “I’m a regular, but […]

2018 Homeless Memorial March and Service

Event News, Simpson News, Uncategorized November 1, 2018

Please join us for the Homeless Memorial March and Service on Thursday, December 20 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Click here for event details.  According to the Wilder Foundation, an […]

Talisha finds “Blessings that wouldn’t stop” through Simpson

Simpson News, Stories, Uncategorized July 31, 2018

Talisha is a goal-oriented working mother, devoted to the needs of her four children. A year ago she and her family faced homelessness. Without a support system to fall back on, Talisha […]

Become a mentor and change a life.

Simpson News, Volunteering July 1, 2018

1 in 3 youth are growing up without a mentor

You can make a difference by becoming a mentor today.

The first step to becoming a mentor is to attend one of our Introductory Sessions where you’ll learn more about the different opportunities and our strategies for success.  Join us at a informational sessions to learn more:

  • Monday, August 13,  5:30 – 7 pmRSVP here

Serve a Shelter Meal with Steve this Summer

Uncategorized June 8, 2018

This summer, Simpson’s Executive Director, Steve Horsfield is hosting and serving 2 shelter meals.

This is a great way to see first-hand how the shelter operates and is fun and rewarding.   Steve will do the planning and all we need are friends to show up and help! If you would like to join Steve this summer in serving a shelter meal, please RSVP here:

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