Missions Inc. Programs

Thank you Give to the Max Day donors! We are overwhelmed with gratitude for the incredible generosity shown during Give to the Max Day! Thanks to 52 amazing donors, we raised an astounding $27,800 to support our mission of empowering individuals and families to heal and transform their lives. Your contributions make a real difference, helping us provide housing, domestic violence and substance use disorder support services, and hope to those who need it most. Together, we’re building a stronger, safer, and more compassionate community. From all of us at Missions Inc. Programs, THANK YOU for being part of this journey with us. #GTMD2024 #Gratitude #ThankYou

We're so close to reaching our $25,000 goal. There's still time to make an impact and help us transform lives through our programs. Visit: bit.ly/GTMD24 to donate before midnight! Thank you to everyone who's supported us so far. We can’t wait to share the final results with you tomorrow! #GiveToTheMaxDay #NonprofitSupport #MissionsInc

It’s been a generous morning! We’ve already raised $24,060 for Give to the Max Day—and we’re just getting started. With an extra $2,500 matching gift today, our goal has grown from $20,000 to $25,000. Let’s make this day unforgettable! Donate at: bit.ly/GTMD24 Together, we can do so much more. Thank you for being part of this movement of generosity—let’s finish strong! #GTMD24 #TogetherWeCan

It’s Give to the Max Day! Your gift today makes double the impact thanks to a $2,500 matching gift! Every dollar you donate supports our collaborative community and safe space where people are empowered to heal and transform their lives. Let’s maximize this opportunity to help our community thrive. Donate now: bit.ly/GTMD24 Together, we can make a difference. Thank you for your generosity! #GiveToTheMax #DoubleYourImpact #SupportOurMission

Missions Inc. Programs joined North Metro Round Table when we opened Mission Heights Supportive Housing in Columbia Heights. We are proud to share they have a new website! The new, easy-to-use website provides a wide range of resources to connect people to care and services, including contact information for trained mental health professionals who are available to talk immediately, information on where to schedule appointments, prevention and mental wellness resources, and information on how to access mobile crisis responders. ? Please visit https://lnkd.in/grBx6xnY to become familiar with the information and resources the website provides. I also encourage you to share the website with your community network and partners. #MentalHealthResources #ConnectToCare #CrisisResponse #NorthMetroRoundTable #SupportiveHousing #substanceusedisorder

For 45 years, Bob Wagner has been the heart of Missions Inc. Programs, joining just after high school and dedicating his career to serving our community. From managing supplies to ensuring donations go where they’re needed most, Bob’s story is one of incredible impact and unwavering commitment. This Give to the Max Day, your gift will go twice as far, thanks to our anonymous matching donor who’s doubling every donation. Let’s celebrate dedication and make a difference together! Donate today: bit.ly/GTMD24 #GTMD24 #SupportCommunities #HopeInAction

One week to Give to the Max Day! At Bickham Court, Resident Advocate Yolanda has found hope and purpose. She’s been a vital part of the community for 11 years, and Missions Inc. is proud to ensure stability for the 40 families who call Bickham Court home. Join us in making a lasting difference! Now through Thursday, November 21, every dollar donated to Missions Inc. will be matched up to $10,000 thanks to an anonymous donor. Your gift goes twice as far toward our $20,000 goal! Donate here: bit.ly/GTMD24

Thank you to this women’s neighborhood group from Maple Grove, who recently donated essential items to the Judy Retterath Withdrawal Management Center. Their group has been donating to causes dear to their hearts for over 40 years! Their generosity reflects decades of kindness and dedication to uplifting those in need. We are deeply grateful for their support. Thank you for your inspiring tradition of compassion!

Yesterday was a day filled with laughter, tears, and joy as we celebrated the ribbon cutting at Bickham Court, renamed in honor of the late George Bickham—a beloved mentor and educator. We were joined by community leaders, residents, and George’s family as we reflected on his enduring legacy of service and dedication. A special thank you to our partner, Trellis, and to our speakers: Yolanda Farris, Bickham Court Resident Advocate and St. Louis Park City Councilmember, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene, Katy Daniels, our CEO, Dan Walsh, Trellis VP of Housing Development, Kaylie Burns Gahagan, Director of Advancement and Dawanna Witt, George’s sister and Hennepin County Sheriff. We are proud to carry on George's mission, ensuring Bickham Court remains a place where families can thrive for many years to come. #CommunityCelebration #ServiceAndDedication #ThrivingCommunities

Celebrating the Ribbon Cutting at Bickham Court! Yesterday, November 7th, Trellis proudly marked a new chapter with the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Bickham Court, renamed in honor of longtime mentor and educator George Bickham. This affordable housing community, supported by Missions Inc. Programs, reflects our commitment to helping families thrive. The event kicked off with a warm welcome from Yolanda Farris, Bickham Court Resident Advocate and St. Louis Park City Councilmember. Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene then delivered remarks, followed by Katy Daniels, CEO of Missions Inc., and Dan Walsh, Trellis VP of Housing Development, who shared the story of how Bickham Court came to be. Kaylie Burns Gahagan, Director of Advancement at Missions Inc., spoke about why this community was renamed to honor George Bickham. A heartfelt response from Dawanna Witt, George’s sister and Hennepin County Sheriff, spoke of George's love of his work and commitment to the community and its residents. Surrounded by the speakers, Sherriff Witt and the speakers symbolizing both the start of a new chapter for Bickham Court, built on the foundation of George Bickham's life of service. After the ceremony, guests gathered in the community room to enjoy cookies, coffee, and hot chocolate. A special thank you to Hennepin County, the St. Louis Park City Council, Tammie Fallon with Fallon Construction Consulting, Andrew Perry, President of Trellis Management and the team at Missions Inc. Programs for ensuring that these homes—and the important work that George Bickham dedicated his time, talents, and generous spirit to—will continue on for generations to come. Here’s to a bright future of service and community at Bickham Court! #BickhamCourt #AffordableHousing #CommunitySupport #TrellisManagement #MissionsIncPrograms #SLP #GenerationalImpact