Governor Walz Announces $6 Million in Emergency Shelter Funds

From: Minnesota Governor Timothy James Walz
November 27, 2024

ST. PAUL, MN - Governor Tim Walz today announced $6 million in funding to support the expansion of emergency homeless shelter in Saint Paul. This week the Governor announced $5 million for food security ahead of the holiday season.

“Housing is a basic human need, yet thousands of families struggle to find and maintain stable housing,” said Governor Walz. “When left with nowhere to turn, emergency shelters step in, providing warm spaces, hot meals, and needed services. This funding will provide necessary resources for shelters and homeless services.”

Funding is authorized by the American Rescue Plan Act and will support Interfaith Action of Greater Saint Paul, a nonprofit organization that provides families with emergency shelter, food, clothing, tutoring and job coaching, and free legal assistance. The $6 million will fund Interfaith Action’s Project Home, an emergency shelter for families facing homelessness.

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