September 2024 news from Beacon
Vista 44 is here: Get to know our newest apartment homes
The word “Wow!” has been echoing in the entrance of Vista 44 as new residents move in.
That’s because Vista 44, which provides 50 apartment homes for families, is beautiful! Get an inside glimpse and see for yourself by visiting our blog.
Beacon’s work doesn’t stop once a building is created. It takes about $1,000 for Beacon to ensure quality supportive services to the residents of one Vista 44 home for the month.
These services assist parents and children with everything from goal setting, family well-being, and financial literacy to finding employment or improving mental health.
Please donate today to support the families of Vista 44!
Join us for the Vista 44 Grand Opening
Let’s celebrate that we have reached the point where families are moving into affordable, supportive homes at Vista 44! Join us on Thursday, September 12, from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. in Hopkins as we celebrate the efforts of the Beacon community in making the Vista 44 dream a reality.
The opening program begins at 4 p.m. on the basketball court on the north side of the building. A “come all” community celebration with light food and family-friendly activities will start at 4:30 p.m. in the building’s north parking lot.
Find additional event details and register today by clicking here.
Lessons from a CEO, Part Three: Increasing community need equals greater challenges for supportive housing organizations
In part three of his four-part series, Beacon President and CEO Chris LaTondresse reflects on the challenges presented by the rising costs of supportive housing.
You can read his full reflection by visiting our blog.
Introducing Beacon’s newest board members
Beacon welcomed eight new community members to our board of directors in August.
These volunteer leaders are charged with ensuring Beacon achieves the goals of its strategic plan, which include creating new, deeply affordable homes, investing in residents through wrap-around supportive services, and championing transformative policy solutions to ensure all people have a home.
Our new board members join a committed group of volunteers who’ve helped Beacon provide over 700 affordable homes to more than 1,200 Minnesotans.
Meet the newest members of our board by clicking here.
Revisiting the Beacon blog: How John’s Beacon home helped him become a voice for housing justice
After experiencing several bouts of homelessness over three decades, John felt stuck. But his circumstances changed after finding a home at Beacon’s American House.
Since then, John has authored the book Homeless Is Not Hopeless and has shared his story with the Beacon community several times.
With over a decade of stability under his belt, John reflects on his journey and how American House helped shape who he is today.
Read his full story by visiting our blog.
Featured event: Family Supportive Housing – How It Works
In 2024, Beacon opened Vista 44 and will soon open Emerson Village. Together, these new developments will offer new homes and supportive services for 90 families!
Whether you’ve supported these buildings in the past or are new to Beacon, we invite you to learn about how supportive housing provides stability and opportunity for families.
Join us for a virtual presentation about these unique homes, the services they offer, and how you can support the families who call them home. Register today.
Other upcoming events
Rent Is Due: Day of Action on September 4 at 8:30 a.m. (virtual)
East Metro Virtual Assembly on September 9 at 4:30 p.m. (virtual)
Beacon 101 on September 11 at 4:30 p.m. (virtual)
Beacon 101 on September 18 at 8:30 a.m. (virtual)
