As a valued supporter of Stepping Stone Emergency Housing, you play an essential role in our mission to provide safe and supportive housing for those in need. Your generosity enables us to create lasting change in our community, and for that, we are deeply grateful. As you consider how to support our work, I [...]
At Stepping Stone Emergency Housing, our Long Term Housing (LTH) Program is growing at an incredible pace, thanks in large part to the dedication and passion of our LTH Case Manager, Laura Knapp. With a background in Child Protective Services (CPS), Laura stepped into her role at Stepping Stone in 2022, bringing with her [...]
As Stepping Stone Emergency Housing moves into 2025, Executive Director Steve Griffiths has shared some exciting updates about the organization’s impact and growth. Reflecting on the successes of 2024, Griffiths reported that 30% of the individuals who entered Stepping Stone’s shelter last year—over 70 people—moved into permanent housing. Serving more than 250 people in [...]
At Stepping Stone Emergency Housing, volunteers are more than just helping hands—they are the heart of our community. They provide more than services; they offer hope, dignity, and a powerful connection to the broader community. How Volunteers Make a Difference Volunteers contribute in countless ways, from sorting donations in our Clothing Closet to leading [...]
By the time you are reading this, the annual Point In Time (PIT) Count of unsheltered people will have taken place for this year. The PIT Count is literally that, a count of people experiencing homelessness on a single night in January. In Anoka County the number of unhoused persons is expected to rise [...]
Wendy at Anoka High School with her "mama and papa bears". Wendy’s journey with Stepping Stone Emergency Housing began humbly in 2021, when she started volunteering to deliver surplus food from local schools to the shelter. Over the years, she witnessed firsthand the profound impact these donations had—not only on the residents [...]
At Stepping Stone Emergency Housing, the holidays are a time of warmth, generosity, and community spirit. One cherished tradition that residents eagerly look forward to each year is the arrival of holiday bags and stockings. These thoughtful gifts, made possible by the Snowflake Quilters and coordinated by dedicated supporters like Barb Wold, embody the [...]
The Point-in-Time (PIT) Count is a critical tool that informs community support programs in both Anoka and Washington Counties, Minnesota. By providing a snapshot of homelessness on a specific night, the PIT Count enables local organizations and governments to tailor their services effectively. Anoka County: Data-Driven Initiatives In Anoka County, the PIT Count is [...]
