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More to come on this -- but yesterday Mayor Frey proclaimed "Avivo Day in the City of Minneapolis!" We were honored, along with our partners Wildflyer Coffee, for our mutual work toward stability and employment for youth experiencing homelessness, receiving together the “Excellence in Workforce Development – Employer Partnerships” award from the City of Minneapolis' Minneapolis Workforce Development Board and Minneapolis Employment and Training. Read more about this award and proclamation at https://lnkd.in/gu8Uw_5V Congratulations to the other awardee yesterday, CAPI USA - Immigrant Opportunity Center (see the 3rd photo for a full group shot)!

Huge thank you to everyone who came to this weekend's showings of Dis Place, a new production in partnership between Avivo, zAmya Theater Project, and the North Loop Neighborhood Association! DisPlace explores housing issues through a Dungeons and Dragons adventure. Thanks to the people, including residents of Avivo Village, who contributed their stories, and their acting and production skills to this amazing production focused on housing justice.

Avivo staff headed to the Minnesota State Capitol this week for Homeless Day on the Hill, as part of the coalition of organizations working to end homelessness in MN with Minnesota Coalition for the Homeless. This day on the hill is a day to advocate for those experiencing homelessness and also those on the verge, and we appreciate legislators from all walks of life meeting with people to hear their stories and learn how they can help. #MCHDOTH

Tonight, tomorrow, and Sunday -- Thanks to Mpls.St.Paul Magazine's Madeline Cisneros for covering the opening of DisPlace, a show that started as a collaboration between residents of Avivo Village, the North Loop Neighborhood Association and zAmya Theater Project. Read Madeline's story at https://lnkd.in/gydv-czQ The culmination of this project is a four-day run at Luminary Arts Center in the North Loop from March 13 thru 16. Current Avivo Village residents will be acting in the play. Learn more or purchase tickets ($0-$40 for tickets) at https://lnkd.in/gJZyAQxN

"How Hennepin County is combating its recent overdose crisis" – Thanks to WCCO | CBS News Minnesota reporter Reg Chapman for covering a frightening uptick in overdoses seen in Minnesota. Reg spoke with Avivo staff about what Avivo is doing to meet people where they are and to also help reverse overdoses. Watch the story at https://lnkd.in/gU6s9Jxt

Join us for an unforgettable night at Avivo Night of Champions, featuring the incredible Jennifer Grimm! With her soulful voice and captivating stage presence, Jennifer will bring the house down with a performance you won’t want to miss. This annual fundraiser is a magical evening of entertainment, recognizing champions, and giving! Also, meet this year's 2025 Avivo Champions: Allina Health Red Lake Nation Wildflyer Coffee Learn more and get your tickets now at https://lnkd.in/eNUsvT5

Starting in the Summer of 2022, residents of Avivo Village began a multi-year project in collaboration with the North Loop Neighborhood Association and zAmya Theater Project. This project resulted in a series of events and short theater productions created through workshops held at Avivo Village where residents shared their stories and acting skills. Now, the culmination of this project is a four-day run at Luminary Arts Center in the North Loop from March 13 thru 16 for a production called "Dis Place." Current Avivo Village residents will be acting in the play. Please consider coming out for this Family Friendly event. Learn more or purchase tickets at https://lnkd.in/gwPTp9zy

Are you looking to make a difference? Our Volunteer Opportunity of the Month is Workforce Development Volunteer! Use your skills to support participants in Avivo’s career advancement and career education programs! As a one-time or ongoing volunteer, you’ll meet with participants in Avivo’s programs who are seeking secure employment about topics such as your field of work, resume building, practice interviews, financial literacy, or a different topic of your choice. Learn more about volunteer opportunities for individuals or groups at https://lnkd.in/etGa9K7

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With yesterday's biggest snowfall of the season came even more importance for our Street Outreach Team to be out there, finding people, making sure they're safe, and providing them with supplies. Thanks to KARE 11 reporter Jessica Hart for taking the time to meet our team and learn more about what they're doing to help individuals experiencing unsheltered homelessness. Watch her story at https://lnkd.in/g8UNWZjm