MICAH works with congregations, faith leaders, and community partners to increase awareness and understanding the need for affordable housing. This creates advocates who fight for changes in public policies to encourage all communities to preserve and build affordable housing.
One late August afternoon in 2023, we set up a grill and tables in the parking lot at Cahill Place Apartments and about 50 residents attended, including many children and teens. We all had a great time. It was so refreshing to meet everyone, and with gratitude we wondered where everyone would be if it were not for the River Heights dream.
Read MoreWe were very busy this last quarter with the very special Cahill Place get together, our annual Affordable Housing Virtual Tour and more.
Read MoreOur MICAH South Legislative Policy Breakfast, Bring Minnesota Home NOW!, was held via Zoom, on Friday, Feb 24. Over 60 people attended the event including 20 local, county, and state officials or representatives of their offices. This and more details inside.
Read MoreMICAH South is pleased to have been the nominating chapter for 360 Communities, one of the Community Hero Awards presented at the MICAH Annual Meeting. Also in this report; food pantries, community meal sites, and meetings on community services and needs.
Read MoreMICAH South continues the partnership with Dakota County, several organizations providing shelter and services to homeless and inadequately housed persons in Dakota County. Read the highlights here.
Read MoreOn Wednesday, December 2, people from all around joined elected officials, city staff, faith leaders, community members and people experiencing homelessness and housing crises for an interactive and informational virtual bus tour to learn firsthand about local homelessness and housing concerns, and explore creative solutions being implemented in Dakota County.
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