GVHSF Fund Allocations
Since the GVHSF’s inception, $1,251,020 has been allocated to agencies. For 2011, the Golden Valley Human Services Foundation allocated $43,500 to nine local human service organizations: Crisis Connection ($2,000), Greater Minneapolis Crisis Nursery ($7,000), Home Free ($2,500), Northwest Suburban Dinner at Your Door ($5,000), PRISM ($10,000), Senior Community Services HOME Program ($5,000), Senior Community Services Outreach ($3,500), The Bridge For Youth (3,500), and Tree House ($5,000):
Crisis Connection
612-379-6363
www.crisis.org
Crisis Connection provides free, confidential 24-hour crisis counseling by telephone 365 days a year. Individuals in the Twin Cities Metropolitan area call for help with a wide variety of issues, including depression, suicide, abuse, and family and relationship problems. Currently, the Crisis Connection responds to more than 55,000 calls a year.
Greater Minneapolis Crisis Nursery
763-591-0400
763-591-0100 (24-hour Crisis Line)
www.crisisnursery.org
Greater Minneapolis Crisis Nursery provides 72 hours of shelter care for children up to age six for families who are dealing with stress or crisis and need time away from children to stabilize themselves. There is no fee for this service, and advocates are available to assist the family in finding resources.
Home Free
763-545-7080 (Community Program Office)
763-559-4945 (24-hour Crisis Line)
www.homefreeprograms.org
Home Free provides battered women and their children with safety, support, and information so they have an opportunity to explore alternatives to living with a violent partner. Services include a shelter, 24-hour crisis line, and community advocacy.
Northwest Suburban Dinner At Your Door
763-520-7386
Northwest Suburban Dinner At Your Door provides hot nourishing meals to people who are homebound and unable to afford a home-cooked meal. This service allows these residents to stay in the comfort of their own homes longer.
PRISM
Contact: 763-529-1350
www.prismmpls.org
PRISM (People Responding In Social Ministry) is a community-funded social service agency that provides families in need with food, financial assistance, transportation and other services in times of financial hardships.
Senior Community Services HOME Program
952-541-1019
www.seniorcommunity.org
Senior Community Services HOME Program offers services to help elders remain independent in their homes.
Senior Community Services Outreach
952-541-1019
www.seniorcommunity.org
Senior Community Services HOME Program provides in-home counseling and case management to help frail elders remain independent.
The Bridge for Youth
612-377-8800
www.bridgeforyouth.org
Since 1970, The Bridge for Youth has played a critical role as our community's 24-hour access point for youth and families in need, directly accessible without waiting lists, fees or red tape.
TreeHouse
952-238-1010
www.treehouseyouth.org
TreeHouse provides guidance to teens who are experiencing difficulties at home, in school, or in their communities. TreeHouse also provides support and education for parents and families.
