Because of the generosity of some of our partners, we felt it was essential to let you know what an impact their partnership has on Stepping Stone and our residents. Because of them, we are able to do even more for those who are experiencing homelessness. Thank YOU to each of these companies who have made a significant commitment! If you would like more information about how you can be a Keystone Sponsor, please contact Jeff Conner at 763-370-5744 or jeff.conner@steppingstoneeh.org.
Magnifi Financial Credit Union values and encourages giving back to the communities they serve and is proud to continue the 3 Essentials program adopted through the 2022 merger with Financial One. Combined, Magnifi Financial and Financial One have donated more than $105,000 and countless volunteer hours to Stepping Stone since the program’s inception in 2016. People who choose to do business with Magnifi Financial help fuel their 3 Essentials program, which provides food, shelter, and clothing to those in need. Together with their members, they are making a difference in our communities. To learn more about the program’s full impact, visit mymagnifi.org.
About Magnifi Financial – Magnifi Financial is committed to its core values of building up its shared communities, providing easy and simple financial solutions, earning each member’s trust and respect through expertise, and doing what is right for their entire membership. Magnifi Financial is a full-service community credit union offering retail banking, commercial banking, mortgages, and wealth management services while serving members through its extensive branch network and best-in-class digital services.
Thank you Ramsey Lions Club for providing a $10,000 match at our 2022 ParTee Fore a Purpose golf tournament! Club members continue to support Stepping Stone financially, but have also taken time to prepare a grilled meal for residents to enjoy during the summer. So please continue gambling in their establishments!
The Ramsey Lions Club is a member group of men and women from the local community who volunteer their time and talents to perform a variety of community service activities. “We learn, share our talents and work as a team on our many fund raising activities, including food and beverage sales at community events and our charitable gambling locations. We would like to THANK the community for their support and patronage at our fundraisers and charitable gambling sites.”
Ross and Pauline Strehlow began giving to Stepping Stone in 2013, following a tour of the shelter. They learned about our vision and mission, seeing for themselves our compassionate, outstretched hand to each and every resident. They also learned how we challenge residents to confront barriers that are preventing them from resolving their homelessness, working together to overcome them. It wasn’t until Ross and Pauline attended our first Real Stories/One Stage in 2018 that they experienced, directly from residents, how great an impact their generosity has on residents’ lives.
Hoffman Weber Construction is fully committed to Stepping Stone’s rehab project for the home we purchased in Blaine in 2018. They generously donated the labor and materials. In addition, they auctioned off a playhouse at the Minnesota State Fair. All proceeds went to Stepping Stone. The winning bid was over $4,000. They have witnessed firsthand how their support impacts residents. Their commitment to Stepping Stone and ending homelessness continues!
Hoffman Weber Construction is a two-generation, family-owned general contractor firm whose mission is “to be the general contractor of choice for the communities it serves, its valued trade partners, and the industry’s top talent seeking rewarding employment.”
Over the past three years, MidWestOne continues to grow their support to Stepping Stone. Whenever there’s a project to be involved with MidWestOne is one of the first to partner. They jumped at the opportunity to support us in 2020 and 2021, by providing Stepping Stone with much-needed, essential computer and IT needs to continue supporting residents in their goal towards self-sufficiency. As demands on technology are ever-increasing, being able to provide residents with quality, timely, and reliable technology is no longer a luxury…it’s a necessity. Thank you to MidWestOne for being our “home” bank and the continued impact you make on the lives of our residents!
Pam and Jim Deal have consistently supported Stepping Stone and our residents over the years. Their humility in generously giving has allowed Stepping Stone to dramatically impact the lives of our residents.
Thank you Fridley Lions Club for donating $15,000 during our 2021 COVID crisis at our shelter. The Lions heard about our need and quickly jumped in with a large financial donation. We are grateful to the Fridley Lions for their many years of support to Stepping Stone and our community.
For 68 years, the Fridley Lions have flipped pancakes, hosted wine tastings, and managed charitable gambling sites to raise funds for our youth, the needy, our schools, our city, and our world. The Fridley Lions have donated in excess of $5.1 million over the past 33 years. In addition, they collect eyeglasses, hearing aids, and ink cartridges for various causes. Their motto is, “We Serve”.
Mark and Eva Jeppson started supporting Stepping Stone in 2012 and continue to this day. Their generosity has helped in giving many of our residents a path toward self-reliance through our one-on-one programs and services.
Since 2016, Ham Lake Area Chamber of Commerce has supported Stepping Stone through its charitable gambling proceeds as well as other donations. Thanks to you, the community, and the Chamber’s members for supporting and giving through participating in their charitable gambling, they are able to give back significant amounts to the community, of which Stepping Stone has been a recipient.
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