Ending Homelessness. Empowering Change.

Providing shelter, support, and a path forward.

Are you an adult 18 or older that needs shelter? Call 763-323-7006 or email info@steppingstoneeh.org.

Now Serving Washington County

We’re partnering with Washington County to launch the new Emergency Housing Services Building (EHSB) in Stillwater — a dignified, short-term housing facility opening in Fall 2025.

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Donate money, food, clothing, and goods, volunteer, or come work for us. There are so many ways to help us in our fight against homelessness.

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Make Your Impact Last for Generations

Everyone deserves a place to call home—not just today, but for generations to come. By including Stepping Stone in your Will or estate plan, you join the Homeward Legacy Council and help create a future where homelessness ends with love, dignity, and opportunity.

It costs nothing today, but the impact lasts forever.

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Leave a Legacy of Hope

Your story can shape the future. By including Stepping Stone in your will, you become a part of the Homeward Legacy Council—ensuring that individuals experiencing homelessness have a place to call home for generations to come.

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Donate with confidence, knowing that Stepping Stone has met the Charities Review Council’s stringent standards for excellence in nonprofit management. We have once again received our Meets Standard approval through 2024!

Stepping Stone Emergency Housing is a registered 501(c)(3) charitable organization. One hundred percent of your donation is tax deductible. Upon receiving your donation, we will send you a letter which will serve as your receipt.  Tax ID# 20-3226868

“We may not be able to repair what does not want to be fixed, but we can cause a breakthrough, an opening for more compassion, understanding, and change.” 

Michelle, former Stepping Stone resident

Our Mission

Support individuals 18 and over who are experiencing homelessness by accelerating the growth of available shelter that brings education and solutions to our homeless response.

Our Vision

Provide a safe and inclusive community response to ending homelessness for all.

Our Guiding Principles & Values

Empower individuals to change their lives

-Treat all with dignity and respect

Collaborate with partners in providing services

-Ensure strong stewardship in managing resources