Thanks to Ehlers Volunteer Team

We would like to send a special thank you to the volunteer team from Ehlers Public Finance Advisors who gave their time to help a homeowner in need this month! We partnered with Ehlers to serve a client named Rita, an older adult who resides in the Nokomis East Neighborhood. She had recently gotten major shoulder surgery and needed assistance maintaining her home. Ehlers showed up in force with more than 30 volunteers and did an excellent job. Together, we painted Rita’s basement, cleaned out her entire garden and mulched it, cleaned out her gutters, changed the grade of soil around her home to help keep moisture out of her basement, and repaired cracks in her foundation. We even did a little work on her neighbor’s yard – we cleaned out their gutters and raked their yard. Thanks to the Ehlers team for giving their time and hard work to help Rita and her neighbor!

Looking to the Future: Emily Ostercamp

We are thrilled to introduce Emily Ostercamp, our new Program Manager for Southwest Minnesota. Emily previously worked with Rebuilding Together Minnesota on the programs team during her Americorps appointment, and

Galen Kauffman’s Retirement: Celebrating a Legacy of Service

It’s with both gratitude and admiration that we announce the retirement of Galen Kauffman from his role with Rebuilding Together Minnesota. As a cherished member of the community and an

Workforce Development Summit

Students Consider their Future at our Workforce Development Summit

High school students face a difficult question that needs to be answered by the conclusion of their senior year: What happens next? For many, the traditional 4-year college path is

People Struggling with Mental Illness Deserve Housing, Too

This summer, we’re partnering with Tasks Unlimited to provide critical repairs on three of their housing lodges. Tasks Unlimited is a not-for-profit organization that provides supported employment, housing, and recovery

Rebuilding Together Minnesota

Silva Helmer: A New Chapter in Service

February 3, 2025

We are delighted to announce the promotion of Silva Helmer from Office Manager to Program & Client Support Manager! Silva has been an integral part of our team for over

Casting a Safety Net for Stable Housing

A recent Family Housing Fund report took a close look at how Minnesota can work more collaboratively to build a stronger safety net to ensure more residents can live safely

Unlocking Minnesota’s Housing Gap

Access to safe and affordable housing is vital for Minnesota families and community well-being. However, with a lack of housing inventory. Adding housing stock, and skyrocketing prices, this continues to

Jackson Project Day Organized and Executed by Local Volunteer

October 30, 2023

We would like to send a special shout out to Dennis Bertram aka “Bert” who recently organized a project for a 95-year-old widow, Eleanor, whose front porch was rotting away

Honeywell Team Builds Ramp for 17-Year-Old

October 30, 2023

Our amazing Honeywell Ramp Team recently built a ramp for a 17-year-old who uses a motorized wheelchair due to a hereditary disease that causes muscle deterioration. Eight Ramp Team volunteers

Collaborating to Help a Veteran in Need

October 30, 2023

We recently helped Mark, a Minnetonka veteran of the Marine Corps, with repairs to his home. During his time with the Marine’s, Mark received several awards, including the Rifle Sharpshooter Badge, National