Spotlight Stories

Greg B. didn’t sign up for Simpson Housing Services’ youth mentor program on a whim. And he certainly didn’t come back for a second year out of obligation. He came […]

Food stylist Abby Wyckoff and photo stylist Juli Hanssen share a talent for design and a love of art. Creative professionals in the community, the duo also leverages their strengths […]

Every December, after the Homeless Memorial March & Service, something remarkable happens. People who have walked in grief, solidarity, and remembrance gather around tables for a warm, comforting meal—an act […]

From Family Volunteering to Lifelong Purpose For Peter and Amy N., volunteering isn’t something they fit into their lives—it’s something that has shaped their lives. Their connection to Simpson Housing […]

By Steph L. I’ve had a lot of great experiences at Simpson, but there is one that really stood out to me from this Fall and I am honored that […]

Organizations like Simpson – and the communities they operate in — unequivocally rely on regular volunteers like Julie. That was true before the pandemic, but the critical need of volunteers (and the value of those volunteer hours) has only increased as it’s gotten tougher to get together.

St. Thomas and its community of volunteers regularly help Simpson in a variety of ways. Some folks like to serve meals at the shelter. Some sign up for tutoring and mentoring services. And every few months or so, they work with advocates like Jose to help transitioning families furnish their new homes. Read more here.

One of the most special, simple things StuartCo does for Simpson is the same thing it does for its properties: basic maintenance.

It’s a particularly huge relief for the emergency shelter, which served many years as a church before it ever became anyone’s home, and always needs a little love.

Learn more about StuartCo’s work with Simpson here.

Memorial candles are never re-used. Carla Gainey, Simpson Executive Director from 1987-1997, was adamant that new candles be purchased every year. One for every life. To this day, we follow her example.  

The previous set of candleholders didn’t have enough room to fit a candle for everyone, but as luck would have it, Matthew — an Edina Scout — chose to do something for Simpson for his Eagle project.