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Project REACH
Project REACH is an SPPS shelter and street-based program that promotes school stability and academic success of homeless children and youth. We serve Pre-K and school-age children in temporary housing situations. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Heather Alden - heather.alden@spps.org or 651-744-7173.
About Project REACH video
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Fostering Connections
Fostering Connections is an SPPS program that assists with the education stability of students placed in out-of-home or foster care. Please complete the referral, if you need any assistance, contact: Heather.alden@spps.org or Christine.solum@spps.org.
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If you need help - Check out these resources for assistance
FOOD SCARCITY:
Hunger Impact Partners https://hungerimpactpartners.org/
Food Pantries https://www.foodpantries.org
YWCA http://www.ymcamn.org/food-distribution
Second Harvest Food Bank distribution lists: https://www.2harvest.org/who--how-we-help/how-to-get-help/#.YwjquOzMJCU
SNAP Benefits (formerly food stamps) - How to apply for monthly food assistance: https://2harvest.service-now.com/survey?id=shh_public_survey&type_id=d50ab3711be12450d59611392a4bcbe0
Ramsey County - Home food delivery: https://www.mealsonwheels-rc.org/
Free-Reduced Lunch Program - https://www.schoolcafe.com/application-guest
Today's Harvest - The market is open to anyone in need of food. The market is designed to provide a 1-2 day supply of food during each visit. Households are welcome to shop as often as needed.
- 8264 4th St North, Oakdale, MN 55128
- 5703 Hadley Avenue North, Oakdale MN 55128
- https://todaysharvestmn.org/hours/
HOUSING RESOURCES:
Shelter: https://www.211unitedway.org/ or Call 211
Ramsey County - coordinated access to housing/shelter availability and wait list:
Families with at least one minor child in need of emergency shelter should call the United Way’s Helpline and Crisis Line for a prescreen at 651-291-0211.
If a family is currently unsheltered, they can also call Ramsey County’s Homeless Services Team directly during business hours at 651-266-7818.
For those experiencing domestic violence, Day One Services may be able to help find a safe place for families while fleeing abuse. Call Day One Services at 1-866-223-1111.
Women and children escaping abuse, battling addiction, or struggling homelessness and poverty can call Union Gospel Mission's Naomi Family Residence at 651-228-1800.
Families who are sleeping in a place not meant for human habitation (streets, car, camping, public transit, etc.) or staying at a domestic violence shelter and are only looking for supportive housing (not shelter) can call 651-215-2262.
Youth
Anyone age 24 or younger can connect with a variety of resources by visiting the Youth Services Network website or by downloading the YSN mobile app for free. Youth who need emergency help with food, clothing or finding a place to stay can call Safe Zone at 651-224-9644 or visit the SafeZone Drop-In Center for Homeless Youth, 130 East 7th Street, Saint Paul, MN 55101.
Youth ages 12-24 who are homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless may also contact the Youth Resource Line through the YMCA 8 a.m.-8 p.m. seven days a week at 763-493-3052. YMCA staff will assist in problem-solving information on community resources and referrals; resources include food shelves, housing, employment, legal services, education, and health care.
Looking for available housing - updated frequently: https://www.housinglink.org/
Minnesota Department of Housing - resources for rental subsidies, applying for Section 8, many housing resources. https://www.mnhousing.gov/sites/multifamily/bridges -
Fleeing violence (street, sexual, dangerous situation, low barrier - potential for sex trafficking. https://360communities.org/violence-prevention/lewis-house/
Domestic Violence - Call MN Day One Crisis Line: 1-800-223-1111 or TEXT 612.399.9995 http://dayoneservices.org/
Permanent Supportive Housing for teens and parenting teens (>16-20) housing for 2 years and parenting teens (child less than 3 yo). If 20-24 then variance with DHS needed. Tubman East
CLOTHING RESOURCES:
Focus MN - https://www.focusmn.org/programs
LEGAL RESOURCES:
Southern MN Regional Law Schools - https://www.smrls.org/
City of St. Paul Tenant Protections
Legal Aid assistance for housing (SMRLS)
Youth ID cards
https://learningcenter.dps.mn.gov/mndrive/External/HomelessYouthIdentificationCard.html
Phones
Bikes and also internships
https://fullcyclebikeshop.org/ They have free bikes for youth experiencing homelessness teens
Please contact Project REACH Supervisor, Heather Alden, either by email - Heather.Alden@spps.org or call 651 744-7173 if you need additional resources.
Tubman 24 Hour Crisis Line 612-825-0000: Can do safety plans, resource look ups, etc. /
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Staff Resources
Additional resources for staff for Project Reach and Fostering Connections.
Staff:If you need to make a referral, please email Heather Alden with information. REACH staff are working and can reach out to families and youth.
Heather.Alden@spps.org
651 231 0404
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1021 Marion St.,
Saint Paul, MN 55117
651-231-0404- Link: Map to Project Reach offices
- Link: Staff Directory
