Align MPLS Spring+ 2026 Organizing Guide
Congregational Organizing is vital to the work Align Minneapolis does in addressing homelessness. Our Campaign Guide provides ample opportunity for values and beliefs to meet action and praxis. Whether directly serving someone experiencing homelessness or advocating for laws and policies that creates more affordable housing or better serves our unsheltered neighbors, each act of engagement either introduces, inculcates, or reinforces faith inspired values.
HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION: Community needs, the process of eviction, and resources to keep people in their homes and prevent homelessness
Preventing homelessness from occurring is a critical part of addressing homelessness. Nearly half (47%) of renters in Minnesota are cost burdened, meaning they pay more than 30% of their income on rent and utilities. With limited income and rising costs, it’s not surprising that even a small financial crisis can lead to getting behind on rent and facing eviction. Homelessness Prevention not only stabilizes households in a moment of crisis, but mitigates potential domino effects of the trauma of facing housing court, having a court-ordered eviction, and not being able to find other housing due to having an eviction on record, as well as mitigating the cost and increased use of shelter and services.