Solid Ground

06/17/2026

Thank you to Incarnation Lutheran Church and their Spring Shower donation drive. These much needed items go straight to families starting out in their new homes!

06/13/2026

😎🏠🌟 Cleaning up and want to donate your gently used items? Send them our way and help families right here in your community!

Families just emerging out of homelessness can use:

🤎 Oven Mitts & Potholders
🤎 Kitchen Towels & Dish Cloths
🤎 Bed Pillows
🤎 Vacuum Cleaners
🤎 Baby Wipes
🤎 Queen & Twin Bedsheets
🤎 Queen & Twin Blankets/Comforters

Donations accepted Monday through Thursday at 👉 East Metro Place, 3521 Century Avenue North, White Bear Lake, Minnesota. 👈

06/11/2026

🎓✨🎓✨🎓 Congratulations to our HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES this month!

They'll be attending Century College with plans to study Digital art & creative writing, Dental assisting, and Cosmetology!

06/09/2026

Please join us in celebrating 👉 Mandy 👈 on her 1-YEAR Workaversary! 🎉🌟🥳

In her first year as EMP Program Manager, Mandy has made an exceptional impact. She brings deep expertise and thoughtful leadership to her role, consistently demonstrating what it means to be a strong supervisor, coach, and team builder. Her steady, organized, and calm presence creates a foundation where staff and families feel supported. She leads with genuine care, for her team and for the families we serve. Mandy, we’re so fortunate to have you on our team!

06/05/2026

Thank you to the Incarnation Lutheran Church group that came to East Metro Place yesterday and planted tomatoes, peppers, herbs, and lots of beautiful flowers. Every year they brighten up the flower beds for families to enjoy fresh produce and children to experiment with gardening!

06/01/2026

Thank you to the Ty Haschig - State Farm Agent Team for sponsoring our Community Meal! 🍝 Solid Ground families enjoyed a delicious pasta dinner from Donatelli's along with lots of joy and laughter!

05/27/2026

Want to help in our summer enrichment programs? ⛱ 😎🍦 No prior experience is necessary!

📆Dates/Times Needed: 12:00-3:00 PM on June 9-11, June 16-18, Aug 5-6, & Aug 11-13.

Find out about more opportunities this summer too, like meal deliveries and supporting our Night to Unite event... Contact Dylan to get involved: 651-846-9024 or [email protected]

05/20/2026

"I’m standing here today because of Solid Ground and because of the people in this room who believe that every family deserves a safe place to call home.” - Gabby, 2026 Breakfast Speaker

Her children's father passed away, and then anxiety, depression, and hopelessness overwhelmed her. She stopped working, her children struggled to attend school, and eventually, the family became homeless. One day, help came by way of her children’s school, where staff members who knew the family encouraged her to connect with Solid Ground.

Read Gabby's story here: https://www.solidgroundmn.org/gabbys-story/

Gabby's story

05/15/2026

♻️🏠🧹 It's officially garage sale season ~ do you have lightly used items ready to donate? You can help families right here in your community by donating these essentials:

🧺Cleaning Products
🤎Broom & Dustpan Sets
🧺Laundry Baskets
🤎Pillows
🧺Cookware & Bakeware
🤎Dish Sets
🧺Queen Bedsheets
🤎Queen Blankets/Comforters

Donations accepted Monday through Thursday at 👉 East Metro Place, 3521 Century Avenue North, White Bear Lake, Minnesota. 👈

05/13/2026

Please join me in celebrating 👉 Chris 👈 on his 2-YEAR Workaversary! 🎉🌟🥳

Chris has been leading our operations department through office moves, EMP renovations, building maintenance, and continued employee engagement and improvement efforts. He cares deeply for Solid Ground staff and families, values the input of all of us, and always makes time to listen and support those around him. His strategic vision and wealth of experience help Solid Ground staff and families thrive every day! Chris, we’re so fortunate to have you on our team!