Annual Conference Call for Presenters
Would you, or someone you know, like to facilitate a breakout session at the Minnesota Coalition for the Homeless Annual Conference? We’re looking for people to present topics that work well with our theme, Connections: Housing, Income Stability, and Mental Health. Click here to learn more and to submit a proposal. The deadline to submit is May 15, 2014. The […]
*Building* Support: Letters to the Editor
As the first phase of the legislation session wraps up, lawmakers are hunkering down. In the coming weeks, they will be decide what to include in the final bonding bill package. Sending a letter to the editor is an effective way keep housing on lawmakers’ radar and raise awareness among the general public. We know […]
Join us in thanking legislators
Good news came out of the Capitol last week. The House Capital Investment Committee released it’s bonding bill proposal: it includes $100 million for housing! The Senate will release its bonding proposal next month. The MFIP Workforce Education Bill was also approved by key committees. Lawmakers will need to decide if it will be included in the final Health […]
At the Capitol: Homes for All Bill Hearing
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2014 Legislative Session: Advocacy Check List
The legislative session kicks off February 25, 2014. Governor Dayton is calling this year the “un-session.” We know it will be shorter than usual. Your advocacy is more important than ever in the coming weeks for two reasons. First, lawmakers need to know housing and economic opportunity are a priority this year–even on a short […]
Minnesota aims to end veteran homelessness this year
Exciting news! City and state officials recently announced they will aim to end veteran homelessness in Minnesota this year. With about 350 homeless veterans counted in the entire state last year, it is an attainable goal. Liz Kuoppala, Executive Director of the Minnesota Coalition for the Homeless, stated: “We applaud the commitment to ending veteran […]
Precinct Caucus: Resolution to Prevent and End Homelessness
Tuesday February 4 is precinct caucus night. This is the most local political party meeting. Neighbors gather to hear candidates, choose party delegates, and consider issues for their party’s platform. Precinct caucuses are a great way to meet your neighbors and be part of the civic process. You can find your meeting place and learn more […]
Our Journey to 5,000 “Likes” on Facebook!
Our Journey to 5,000 “Likes” on Facebook! By: Kirsten Rokke, MCH intern We are elated with our 5,000 Facebook likes: new friends and advocates to encourage each other towards our shared goal of housing stability for all Minnesotans. Let us recap our journey from 3,847 “likes” to 5,172 during one cold week in January. I started […]
Governor Dayton Proposes $50 Million for Housing
Governor Dayton released his bonding bill proposal this morning: he included $50 million for affordable housing. This is a record. We are thrilled to see this commitment from Governor Dayton and praise his effort. Here’s his contact information – please consider writing a quick thank you note. There’s more good news: Homes for All has a bill prepared to invest $100 million for […]