Covers essential information for host coordinators and volunteers, including why families are homeless, what to expect from the families being hosted, roles of volunteers, and the support Beacon's shelter staff […]
An introduction to Beacon’s work to develop affordable homes. Explore the reasons homelessness exists, learn about the buckets of funding needed to create affordable homes, the housing development cycle and […]
This new workshop links the hosting experience to faith values. Participants will reflect on often-hidden aspects of culture and assumptions, and develop a deeper understanding of how to create an […]
To create the change needed to ensure all people have a home, we need skilled leaders able to build meaningful relationships with decision makers, hold power and act effectively in the public arena. This workshop focuses on how we understand and use power to address issues of homelessness; ways to act on individual and congregational […]
Is your congregation considering hosting Families Moving Forward? Join us at a host site to see what it looks like and hear from experienced volunteers and staff about what it […]
Clergy and religious leaders on staff at Beacon congregations will gather at their choice of two dates and locations. We will continue exploring the leadership opportunities and challenges as our congregations organize for housing and policy and strive to be inclusive shelter hosts. Let’s support and learn from one another in the unique roles clergy […]
Join Beacon congregation leaders, supporters of housing, and the Minnesota Coalition for the Homeless at Homeless Day on the Hill! Homeless Day on the Hill is the largest lobby day during the session on housing issues, and we need to show up strong! To register, click here! For questions and more information, contact Ben Helvick […]
Clergy and religious leaders on staff at Beacon congregations will gather at their choice of two dates and locations. We will continue exploring the leadership opportunities and challenges as our congregations organize for housing and policy and strive to be inclusive shelter hosts. Let’s support and learn from one another in the unique roles clergy […]
Stories inspire, build relationships, and move people to action. We know this from the stories of the families who are served by our shelter program or the people who live in our buildings. But stories of struggle aren't limited to others. It's important we listen to each other. Learn how to tell your personal stories, […]
Join this Wednesday’s Town Hall Webcast with Lee Blons to learn how Beacon is meeting the needs of guests and residents during the Coronavirus pandemic, and what you can do to help. There will be time for Q&A during the discussion, or you can add your question when registering to submit your question ahead of […]