Throughout this year, the Housing First Minnesota Foundation has continued to grow—deepening its impact by listening closely to the communities it serves and responding where the need is greatest. That commitment is taking shape through a strong pipeline of upcoming projects designed to meet critical housing needs across Minnesota. Whether through financial support, donated materials and services, or hands-on involvement, there are many ways for housing industry partners to give back and help build a stronger future for Minnesotans in need.
Community Build Projects
Bravo Zulu Women’s Home
This fall, the Foundation will support the new Bravo Zulu Women’s Home in Mankato. This project will create a safe harbor where women veterans can heal from both addiction and PTSD among their peers. These veterans will be supported by the same proven Bravo Zulu House model used for the men’s home in Winnebago, a 2025 Foundation project. The Bravo Zulu House partnership continues the Foundation’s commitment to ending veteran homelessness in Minnesota.
360 Communities – Lewis House
The Housing First Minnesota Foundation, in partnership with 360 Communities, is advancing plans for a new 50-bed, apartment-style domestic and sexual violence shelter in Eagan—enough space to house more than 600 individuals each year, half of whom will be children. As the only domestic and sexual violence shelter in Dakota County, this $14 million project will provide safe, stable housing and critical support services for survivors and their families. In addition, the project will include a Survivor Support Center that will provide inclusive, life-changing services to uplift both residents and nonresidents alike.
The Foundation’s scope of work includes finishing the residential apartment units alongside residential build partner PulteGroup, Inc. Greiner Construction will complete the commercial construction for the project. This collaborative effort will create a secure, welcoming environment designed to foster healing, stability, and hope.
Ending Family Homelessness in the East Metro
Over the past year, the Foundation has listened to the needs of communities across the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota—one of the most prominent being safe, supportive housing for families experiencing homelessness. Two new projects—a partnership with Interfaith Action in St. Paul and a large-scale apartment remodel in the White Bear Lake area—will help address that need. The work will include renovating more than 20 apartment units for families experiencing homelessness, as well as building a commercial kitchen that will allow service organization Interfaith Action to serve more than 400 people at a time.
Get Involved
With these upcoming projects, the Foundation will have more opportunities than ever for members of the housing industry to get involved. Builders, remodelers, and trades are invited to contribute their time, talent, and expertise to work for a greater purpose.
Partner Pathways
The Partner Pathways Breakfast series is a great way to learn about the Foundation’s work and upcoming project needs. Dedicated gatherings for trade partners, build partners, and remodelers, these events connect industry experts with Foundation projects where support is needed most and provide opportunities to give back through time, talent, materials, and financial support. To learn more about these upcoming breakfasts, visit HousingFirstMNFoundation.org/GetInvolved.
Interested in supporting a specific project or initiative? Contact the Foundation at foundation@housingfirstmn.org to start a conversation.
Give Back
As the year ends, now is the perfect time to give back and make a meaningful gift to the Foundation. Every dollar contributed generates more than $2.50 in community impact, helping your generosity go even further for Minnesotans facing homelessness. With important projects ahead and growing needs in our communities, your support can help provide safe, stable housing and create lasting change for those who need it most. Now is the time to make your impact!
