Industry Gives Back
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Housing First Minnesota Foundation announces new executive director
The Housing First Minnesota Foundation is pleased to announce Jessica Ryan as the new executive director. Ryan has more than 20 years of experience in philanthropic strategic leadership and nonprofit operations. She will help lead the Foundation and its 16-member board in its strategic mission to end homelessness in Minnesota. “We’re pleased to announce Jessica […] Read More
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New homes under construction for veterans in need
The Housing First Minnesota Foundation, Lennar and the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans have once again partnered to build four Housing for Heroes homes, each with an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) in North Minneapolis. Construction is underway on the first two homes, with the last two to begin this winter. Each four-bedroom home is accompanied […] Read More
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National Truck Driver Appreciation Week celebrated by industry
Dakota County Lumber Company celebrated National Truck Driver Appreciation Week in September by making boxes of treats for their delivery team. The staff also created a snack station for the many vendor drivers that keep their inventory stocked. “Our drivers are our logistics experts, problem solvers, first line of customer service and often the only […] Read More
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Industry partners build shed to help victims of domestic violence
This summer, Lennar staff and Carpentry Contractors Company (CCC) teamed up to build a shed for Home Free, a community program that serves as a safe haven for victims and survivors of domestic violence and their children, while providing safety planning, emotional support and legal advocacy to families impacted by domestic violence. Lyman Lumber donated […] Read More
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House that Hope Built benefits HopeKids Minnesota
In September, RT Urban Homes, Inc. hosted a celebration for the completion of the 2022 House that Hope Built with trade partners, subcontractors, Tradition Companies and HopeKids. The festivities featured face painting, a petting zoo, a bounce house, rock painting, food trucks, treats and a surprise visit from Minnesota Wild mascot, Nordy. The 2,800-square foot […] Read More
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Region’s largest building industry trade show is back
The Builders and Remodelers Show (BRS) is set to return in 2023 redesigned and remagined. The show will premiere at a new location of Canterbury Park Expo Center in Shakopee on Feb. 16, 2023. BRS, which is put on by Housing First Minnesota, has a 50-year legacy of connecting building industry professionals. The trade show […] Read More
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Pulte Homes golf tournament raises money for veterans experiencing homelessness
The 12th annual Pulte Homes Charity Golf Tournament took place on July 20 at Dwan Golf Course in Bloomington. This four-person scramble event raised funds in support of the Housing First Minnesota Foundation’s efforts in building much-needed housing for homeless Minnesotans. “Pulte’s golf tournament is our annual reminder of how lucky we are to be […] Read More
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New home completed for veterans in need completed
The Housing First Minnesota Foundation, build partner Lennar and the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV) hosted a ribbon cutting and a groundbreaking at two homes in North Minneapolis on June 14. Both projects will provide essential temporary housing for homeless veterans. The ribbon-cutting ceremony showcased the new two-story, four-bedroom home with a one-bedroom accessory […] Read More
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Project Build Minnesota student explorers tour the industry
Launched in September 2021, Project Build Minnesota partnered with the Scouts to form the Construction Trades Explorers Post as a pilot program to expose youth to the variety of careers available in the trades. Working alongside association partners and industry firms, the program has given youth unique hands-on learning experiences. Participating youth attend metro-area high […] Read More
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Home and accessory dwelling unit for veterans progresses
Construction on a new North Minneapolis home with an accompanying accessory dwelling unit (ADU) for veterans is reaching its final stages. The Housing First Minnesota Foundation and build partner Lennar broke ground on the home in November. The home and ADU will be ready for veterans to move in this spring. The Minnesota Assistance Council […] Read More
