MICAH works with congregations, faith leaders, and community partners to increase awareness and understanding the need for affordable housing. This creates advocates who fight for changes in public policies to encourage all communities to preserve and build affordable housing.
We are thankful for all the incredible work put in by everyone who helped to host over 100 people - joining us in person and via Zoom. We appreciate the excellent presentations by MICAH Board members, Senator Boldon, Representative Gomez, and Ramsey County Commissioner Garrison McMurttrey.
Read MoreWe did it!!! We had an All Chapter Metro wide meeting at Capital Hill, for the first time since covid.
It was a wonderful feeling being face to face again. One speakers bureau member attending felt the "warm welcome and super community."
Read MoreMICAH supporters met at the Stillwater City Hall to send a message to city officials of the importance of approving the ordinance which will make way for safe shelter and services, the first steps to finding permanent housing for families, individuals, and seniors experiencing homelessness.
Read MoreOne late August afternoon in 2023, we set up a grill and tables in the parking lot at Cahill Place Apartments and about 50 residents attended, including many children and teens. We all had a great time. It was so refreshing to meet everyone, and with gratitude we wondered where everyone would be if it were not for the River Heights dream.
Read MoreWe had another very successful virtual “Policy Breakfast” on February 2. Approximately 50 interested citizens and various elected policy makers from across Dakota County were in attendance. Learn about this and more right here.
Read MoreOur 2023 Affordable Housing Virtual Bus tour saw over 25% growth in attendees with 45 people ‘on the bus’, and we were able to highlight not only the good work in the region, but the historic support for housing we got at the State Legislature this year.
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