Grab Tickets Now For 4th Annual A Holiday of Hope Gala in Rochester, MN

Did you know that 52% of Americans say that they are lonely?  Alarming, right?!

We have the most ways to connect with another human being, even all the way on the other side of the world, and yet we are the loneliest we've ever been.

When you go home each day and walk through the door, having people there to welcome you is a huge comfort.  Think about it...the big smiles on faces, food on the table, a place to store your treasured belongings, and a nice, warm shower to get clean every day.  THAT is what you look forward to when you go home.

But what if you don't have a home?

How Many People Are Experiencing Homelessness in Minnesota?

Back in January, a survey was taken in Minnesota to determine how many people were homeless in the Land of 10,000 Lakes.  2024 has been an award-winning year, but not one that we should be happy about.

9,182 persons were counted overall, a 9.4% increase from the previous year.  More persons experiencing sheltered and unsheltered homelessness were counted in the 2024 Point-in-Tim Count in Minnesota than any other year. - Minnesota Interagency Council on Homelessness

How Many People Does The Landing MN Help Every Day in Rochester, Minnesota?

The Landing MN in Rochester, Minnesota has stepped up to ensure everyone has a soft place to land.  About two years ago, they opened their Day Center at 426 3rd Ave. SE.  Every day, 365 days a year, the doors are open for anyone who needs an extra dose of care.

• About 130 people seek services at The Landing MN each day.
• About 20 showers are taken.
• 15 loads of laundry are done.
• 90 dinners are served.

Food, clothing, showers, a place to store belongings, social workers to help with those next steps in life, a medical team to provide care to guests, all of that and much more are available to those experiencing homelessness in our community.  But one of the most important aspects of The Landing MN is that people can come here to feel a little less lonely.

People see you as a human at The Landing MN.

How You Can Help Those Experiencing Homelessness in Rochester, Minnesota

The number of individuals in our community who need a safe place to land is not decreasing.   If you've ever wondered how you can help those experiencing homelessness in our community, grab tickets now for the 4th Annual A Holiday of Hope Gala on December 6th.

Everything You Need to Know about "A Holiday of Hope Gala" in Rochester, Minnesota

The "A Holiday of Hope Gala" is open to everyone!

• Date - Friday, December 6th, 2024
• Where - Hilton Rochester-Mayo Clinic
• What to Expect - Live music, auction, a dinner prepared by J. Powers and fun surprises as we celebrate the season of giving with an evening of entertainment.
• Grab tickets today! - Learn more and purchase tickets at The Landing Mn's website.

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