Our Blog
Latest updates from MACV – Veteran stories, highlights, and organizational updates
Housing for Heroes: Ribbon Cutting Celebrates New Homes for Minnesota Veterans
Today marks a significant achievement in the fight to end Veteran homelessness in Minnesota. The Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans…
Effective end of Veteran homelessness in Hennepin County
Hennepin County has reached a significant milestone – we've effectively ended Veteran homelessness! While there is still work to be…
MACV Employee Spotlight – AJ Brock
This week, we are featuring AJ Brock. AJ is a U.S. Army Veteran who served as a 97E/35M Human Intelligence Collector.…
Hennepin County celebrates big win in fight against veteran homelessness
MINNEAPOLIS — Hennepin County says it has effectively ended veteran homelessness. State leaders, lawmakers and county social workers gathered to share…
MACV Veteran Story: James
"Without MACV, the VA, and Ramsey County, I'd be living on the streets." -Housed Marine Corps Veteran James After a…
Team MACV Runners: Raced to End Veteran Homelessness
The Twin Cities Marathon is more than just a test of endurance—it's a celebration of community spirit, resilience, and purpose.…
Creating a Thriving Veteran Community at UGMTC
Building a vibrant Veteran community is about so much more than just meeting immediate needs—it's about creating a space where…
Lavender Magazine partners with MACV to end Veteran homelessness
Lavender Magazine is throwing their hat in the ring to try and help end Veteran homelessness in Minnesota. WCCO's Reg…
New Episode of the Road Home Podcast Featuring MACV!
We are thrilled to be featured in a compelling episode from the National Coalition for Homeless Veterans: The Road Home…
New Construction Trades Course Helps Nonprofits
A house is being built in the parking lot of Spring Lake Park High School, thanks to more than 40…
MACV and the CenterPoint Energy Foundation celebrate the renovation of safe, affordable housing for Veterans
MACV and the CenterPoint Energy Foundation celebrated the completion of major renovations for the 29-unit LaSalle Building in Minneapolis with…
MACV at the 40th Annual Minnesota Coalition for the Homeless Conference!
Reaching its 40th year, the Minnesota Coalition for the Homeless conference is more than just a gathering. It represents decades…
Keys Handed to Veteran Family At The Minnesota Twins Game!
At this year's Annual Armed Forces Appreciation Day Twins Game, the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans celebrated handing the keys…
MACV Employee Spotlight – Sophia Gossard
This week, we are featuring Sophia Gossard. Sophia came to MACV immediately after graduating from St. Olaf College. At MACV, Sophia…
MACV Veteran Story: Jessica
"It's hard to feel like you belong places. MACV, without judgment, helped me and welcomed me." -Housed Army Veteran Jessica…
Support Team MACV Runners!
Supporting our Veterans is not just about acknowledging their service; it's about understanding and addressing the challenges they face post-service.…
2024 CFC Opens For All Federal Employees and Retirees
Are you a federal employee or a retiree? Join the 2024 Combined Federal Campaign (CFC), give happy to MACV #84275…
MACV at Military Appreciation Day at the 2024 Minnesota State Fair
What an incredible experience we had at the Minnesota State Fair for Military Appreciation Day! The excitement and energy were…
Minnesota has nearly ended Veteran homelessness
In the last decade, significant progress has been made toward ending veteran homelessness in Minnesota. Joseph Akerman, an employment…
Lennar Minnesota’s Volunteers: Making a Difference for Veterans
Lennar Minnesota's partnership with the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV) is a shining example of what can be achieved…
MACV Intern Spotlight – Jennifer Nowlan
This week, we are featuring Jennifer Nowlan! Jennifer has worked for Hennepin County Veterans Services since 2015 as one of…
MACV Veteran Story: Renee
"MACV has helped me twice when I needed them, and I am extremely grateful." -Housed Army Vietnam Veteran Renee In…
MACV Partner Highlight: Avivo Village
The collaboration between Avivo Village and MACV is pivotal in ending Veteran homelessness in Minneapolis and Hennepin County. By offering…
Key Leaders Support Veteran Housing Initiatives in Minnesota
In a display of support for Veterans and their families, U.S. Senator Tina Smith, Representative Ilhan Omar, and Congressman Mark…
MACV Employee Spotlight – Katie Splittstoesser
This week, we are featuring Katie Splittstoesser. Katie came to MACV with a wide variety of experiences throughout her life.…
MACV Partner Highlight: Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities
The collaboration between Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities (UGMTC) and MACV is crucial in tackling Veteran homelessness in Minnesota. This…
MACV Veteran Story: Norman
"If it weren't for MACV, I wouldn't have succeeded."- Housed Army Veteran Norman When life takes unexpected turns, finding the…
Arlington House
In the heart of St. Paul lies Arlington House, a property now owned by MACV, thanks to the generosity of…
MACV unveils Arlington House, with 11 units for veterans experiencing homelessness
ST. PAUL, Minn. — Veterans who had been living on the street now have a new home in St. Paul as…
Housing facility for veterans in need opens in St. Paul
A new resource for veterans in need opened Tuesday in St. Paul. The Arlington House has 11 units, 10 of…
MACV At The 2024 Twin Cities Pride Festival
MACV has proudly participated in the Twin Cities Pride Festival for many years. This event celebrates the LGBTQ+ community and…
MACV’s 2nd Annual Summer Salute
The Summer Salute, hosted by MACV at CHS Field, addressed immediate needs and connected Veterans with long-term solutions and empowerment…
MACV’s Summer Salute expands Veteran support to provide resources all year round
MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans is using the summer months to reach veterans in need. MACV's Summer Salute pulled…
2024 Salute To Service Women Golf Classic
The Salute to Service Women Charity Golf Classic (STSW Golf Classic) had an excellent turnout for the 11th annual event,…
MACV Employee Spotlight – Reginald Larcholey
This week, we are featuring Reginald (Reggie) Larcholey. Reggie is a US Air Force (USAF) Veteran. He started with…
MACV Veteran Story: Kevin
"When I signed the papers and got the keys, it was a relief. Not only for me but for my…
A New Beginning for Veterans and Seniors at Nolte River Place
Finding a place to call home is a challenge for many, but it can be particularly daunting for seniors and…
2024 National Coalition For Homeless Veterans Conference
Veteran homelessness is a critical issue that must be addressed with urgency, compassion, and a collaborative spirit. That's why the…
Project Launch Ceremony: MACV Announces Major Renovation Project with Support from CenterPoint Energy Foundation
The Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV), because of the support of the CenterPoint Energy Foundation, is proud to announce…
New housing for veterans experiencing homelessness comes to Rochester
ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) – The Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV) recently purchased an apartment complex in Rochester that will…
New Affordable Housing for Veterans in Rochester
MACV is thrilled to reveal the purchase of the Ultima, a brand-new 8-unit apartment building in Rochester, Minnesota. This endeavor…
Housing First Minnesota Foundation Ending Homelessness with MACV
The Housing First Minnesota Foundation is significantly transforming lives in the Twin Cities by addressing homelessness at its core. Anchored…
MACV Veteran Story: Jeremiah
"I have a stable job right now, and it feels great." -Employed Air Force Veteran Jeremiah Originally from Chicago, Jeremiah…
MACV Employee Spotlight – Jayla Topel
This week, we are featuring Jayla Topel. Jayla has a communications degree and a background in customer service and insurance…
A Heartwarming Encounter: Minnesota National Guard Volunteers and MACV Veterans
In a heartwarming display of community and support, the Minnesota Army National Guard and the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans…
MACV Volunteers Make A Difference!
In honor of Volunteer Appreciation Month in April, we hosted an event for our incredible volunteers at the Mendota VFW…
Breaking Ground and Barriers: New Housing for Veterans
We're celebrating the groundbreaking of our 12th, 13th, and 14th houses through MACV's Housing for Heroes partnership with Lennar Builders…
2024 Veterans Day On The Hill
For 2024 Veterans Day on the Hill, in record numbers, Veterans and passionate activists descended upon our state capitol to…
MACV Veteran Story: Terry
"My family and I appreciate everything MACV did for me."- Housed Army Veteran Terry In 2023, 50% of the Veterans…
MACV Employee Spotlight – Sebastian Campbell Gandia
This week, we are featuring Sebastian Campbell Gandia. Sebastian enlisted in the Minnesota Army National Guard as an 11B Infantryman…
Nonprofit organizations see progress with fighting Veteran homelessness
ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) – The Minnesota Assistance of Council for Veterans (MACV) has had a mission to end veteran homelessness for more…
MACV State Program Director Testifies In Support of HF5200
HF5200 MACV's Statewide Program Director, Lindsey Hofer, testified during a House Human Services Finance Committee hearing in support of HF5200.…
10th Annual Military Appreciation Night at the Twin Cities Auto Show!
What a fantastic Military Appreciation night at the 10th annual Twin Cities Auto Show! Thank you, Twin Cities Auto Show…
2024 Homeless Day On The Hill
MACV is proud to have spent Homeless Day On The Hill with hundreds of community partners advocating for shelter, affordable…
New Affordable Veteran Housing in Ramsey County
In the heart of Ramsey County, a beacon of hope shines bright for Veterans needing a place to call home.…
MACV Veteran Story: Chris
"I'm so grateful to MACV for saving my life." -Housed Navy Veteran Chris Chris found himself facing financial hardship,…
MACV Employee Spotlight – Shane Rubel
This week, we are featuring Shane Rubel. Shane has a Master’s Degree in College Counseling and worked with at-risk students…
What is Minnesota’s Homeless Veteran Registry?
MACV isn't ending Veteran homelessness alone. Our shared commitment and collective efforts drive meaningful change and pave the way for…
House Veterans and Military Affairs Finance and Policy Committee: 2024 MACV Presentation
Progress Towards Ending Veteran Homelessness MACV Chief Program Officer Nathaniel Saltz presented MACV’s mission and updates to the Minnesota House…
MACV Housing: Harnessing Solar Power for a Sustainable Future
We are thrilled to announce that MACV has successfully implemented solar panels at our Powderhorn building. This significant step towards…
MACV Employee Spotlight – Kheta Roberts
This week we are featuring Kheta Roberts. Before joining the MACV team, Kheta worked with Ramsey County, connecting people to…
The Robin Hotel Is Under Construction
We are in the process of making major renovations to the Robin Hotel. The hotel will be converted into single…
MACV Veteran Story: David
"MACV opened doors and gave me hope again." -Housed Army Veteran David With no place to call home after his…
Point-in-Time Count for Stable Housing Solutions
Over 24 hours, on January 24th, MACV participated in the annual Point-in-Time (PIT) count. This event gives us a snapshot…
Fundraiser held in honor of Minnesota soldier diagnosed with cancer raises money for homeless veterans
Friends, neighbors, and family members gathered at Hackamore Brewing Thursday night to celebrate Lt. Col. Jacob Helgestad. His name was…
11th Housing for Heroes Home For Veterans
We are celebrating the completion of our 11th home with Lennar Minnesota and the Housing First Minnesota Foundation Housing for…
MACV Employee Spotlight – Shaun Riffe
This week we are featuring Shaun Riffe. Shaun served 25 years in the US Army. He enlisted as a Stinger…
Challenges Faced by Homeless Veterans in Rural Minnesota
On January 11th, 2024, MACV COO Jon Lovald addressed the Democrats House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs during a full oversight…
MACV Veteran Story: Mark
"MACV transformed my life by providing me with a second chance. They didn't just offer me assistance. They believed in…
“We are all doing our best trying to get back on our feet again”: MACV helps Navy vet find housing after living in van for 2-years
MINNEAPOLIS — Navy Veteran Roy Lowell shares a four bedroom home in South Minneapolis with three other veterans – all housed…
MACV expanding housing to help unsheltered veterans while teaching Veterans a new trade
MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans is working hard to expand its footprint by reconstructing buildings to house unsheltered…
MACV’s CEO talks about the mission to end Veteran homelessness in Minnesota
This holiday season, a Minnesota organization is helping a growing number of veterans who need housing later in life. Joining…
Arlington House – Veterans Helping Veterans
Arlington House, a property donated by a fellow homeless service nonprofit in St. Paul, was acquired in September 2022. We…
Minnesota Veterans attend outreach event in record numbers
More than 215 Veterans attended the Winter Salute December 13, 2023, at Minnesota Twins ballpark Target Field in Minneapolis, along…
How MACV is helping veterans over 55 find homes
MINNEAPOLIS — This holiday season, a Minnesota organization is helping a growing number of Veterans who need housing later in…
How MACV is helping older Veterans secure housing
The Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans, or MACV is helping a growing number of veterans who need housing later in…
MACV Veteran Story: Michael
"It’s great to have my own place that I can call home." -Housed National Guard Veteran Michael After overcoming grief…
MACV’s 2023 Home for the Holidays Winter Salute helps Minnesota Veterans in need
Thanks to the generous contributions of countless service provider partner agencies, volunteers, and community partners, our Veterans experienced a little…
As part of Winter Salute, veterans receive care packages with essential items
All the items come from Minnesota companies.
MACV, WCCO Host “Winter Salute” at Target Field
MINNEAPOLIS — Many Minnesota veterans don't have a safe place to call home this holiday season. That's why hundreds went to…
WCCO, MACV team up for “Winter Salute” event at Target Field
WCCO is teaming up with the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans to help service members find a “Home for the…
MACV client goes from battling homelessness to starting coffee shop business
Gerry Exom is the owner of Trinity House Coffee in St. Paul. Click here to donate now.
WCCO partners with MACV for seventh year
The Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans has been helping veterans for more than 30 years. MACV is a Housing First…
MACV reaches out directly to homeless Veterans at metro warming houses
MINNEAPOLIS — In the early morning hours, people staying the night at area homeless shelters move quietly from their place…
How MACV’s outreach helps find homes for Veterans in need
Hear from MACV outreach experts Christine Bridgeman and James McCloden!
“You can really tell that they care,”: Minnesota Veteran gets support from local nonprofit
MINNEAPOLIS — Far too many Minnesota Veterans don't have a safe place to call home or are on the brink…
How you can help Veterans in need of homes this holiday season
You can help Minnesota veterans find stability during our Home for the Holidays campaign, explains Jon Lovald, chief operating officer…
CFO of the Year 2023 Small Nonprofit: Brian Peterson, Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans
For five years Brian Peterson, chief financial officer of St. Paul-based Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans, has striven to eradicate…
Trinity House Coffee: Brewing Community, One Cup at a Time
View the heartwarming story of Trinity House Coffee, a special place where coffee serves a deeper purpose. Trinity House Coffee…
Veteran John’s Journey To Home Ownership
We previously wrote about Navy Veteran John's journey to MACV transitional housing after he arrived in Minnesota on a cold…
Renewal by Andersen: Quality Windows in New St. Paul’s Affordable Housing For Veterans
We are grateful to Renewal by Andersen for their generous contribution to our new affordable housing units for Veterans in…
5 Reasons To Foster The Pet Of A MACV Vet
Fostering a pet can be a rewarding experience in itself, but when it comes to fostering a pet of a…
Duluth takes time out to honor veterans
The Duluth Women of Today hosted a Veterans Day ceremony at West Duluth’s American Legion Post 71. Paul Pedersen…
Former Robin Hotel Receives Funding To Become Veterans’ Housing
U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-5th District) visited Robbinsdale on Friday to highlight a project that aims to help veterans in…
Celebrating 15 Years of GiveMN: A Salute From MACV
As we celebrate the 15th anniversary of GiveMN, the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans would like to extend its heartfelt…
Turkey Jam helps Veterans thrive
This art piece was created by a veteran as a part of therapy. It was sold in a past Turkey…
MACV Employee Spotlight – Britt Waibel
This week we are featuring Britt Waibel. Before joining the MACV, Britt was previously immersed in the corporate world. Her…
St. Louis County Health and Human Services Conference 2023: Courageous Connections
The St. Louis County Health and Human Services Conference is an annual event that has been celebrated for over four…
MACV Veteran Story: James
"It was surprising how much my mental health improved from having a place to call home." -Housed Marine Corps Veteran…
Robin Hotel will be a home for Veterans
Robbinsdale City Council approves CUP authorizing the change Robin Hotel at 4628 41st Avenue North, Robbinsdale will be transformed by…
Day of Service: Xcel Energy Supports Veterans
This Day of Service tradition, which began in 2010 to honor the anniversary of September 11, has grown exponentially over…
Robbinsdale Approves Converting Hotel Into Housing For Homeless Vets
A Robbinsdale hotel that’s been around for more than a century is being converted into housing for veterans. The Minnesota Assistance…
MACV Veteran Story: Alysia
"I'd be in a very different position without MACV. I'd still be homeless." -Housed Army National Guard Veteran Alysia Trapped…
MACV Employee Spotlight – Xavier McCoy
This week we are featuring Xavier McCoy. Xavier always wanted to be a part of something big to give back…
South Dakota & Minnesota Team Up to Combat Veteran Homelessness
The Double P Ranch in Clark, South Dakota, hosted its thrilling second annual Cast-N-Blast fundraising event in support of the…
Take Strides To End Veteran Homelessness
Supporting our Veterans is not just about acknowledging their service; it's about understanding and addressing the challenges they face post-service.…
Homes Built For Veterans Celebrated At The Minnesota Twins Game!
Thank you, Minnesota Twins, for being our proud partner and highlighting our work alongside our crucial partner, Lennar, to end…
2023 CFC OPENS FOR ALL FEDERAL EMPLOYEES AND RETIREES–SUPPORT MACV!
Are you a federal employee or a retiree? Join the 2023 Combined Federal Campaign (CFC), give happy to MACV #84275…
MACV at the State Fair’s Military Appreciation Day!
We had an incredible day at the Minnesota State Fair for Military Appreciation Day. From rocking the Dan Patch stage…
Tribute Fest helping prevent Veterans homelessness experience
Tribute Fest has been going on for 15 years, with proceeds helping prevent veterans from experiencing homelessness. Not only is…
MACV gets new home to aid in fight against Veteran homelessness
On Wednesday, the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans was handed keys to a brand new four-bedroom home. Video Coverage 8/23/2023…
10th Housing For Heroes Home For Veterans
We are celebrating the completion of our 10th home with Lennar Minnesota and the Housing First Minnesota Foundation Housing for…
MACV’s Summer Salute: Helping Veterans & Former Servicemembers Emerge from Homelessness
MACV's Summer Salute, hosted at CHS Field, addressed immediate needs and connected Veterans with long-term solutions and empowerment on their…
MACV Veteran Story: Mike
"Having resources through MACV made it easy for me to make life changes." - Housed Navy Veteran and MACV Board…
New Affordable Housing For Twin Cities Veterans
MACV is thrilled to reveal the purchase of a brand-new 29-unit apartment building in Minneapolis, Minnesota. With the support of…
MACV Employee Spotlight – Madison Vaudrin
This week we are featuring Madison Vaudrin. Madison graduated from Southwest Minnesota State University in May of 2023 with a…
Homeless veterans have a new home in St. Paul, thanks to affordable housing program
The program, started by Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities, provides supportive permanent housing for veterans. GLEN STUBBE, STAR TRIBUNE Gallery:…
Lincoln Park’s first community solar program
Low-income and minority communities are often most affected by extreme and damaging weather storms, as well as to indoor air…
MACV Employee Spotlight – Christine Bridgeman
This week we are featuring Christine Bridgeman. Christine is not a Veteran, but, she has uncles, a sister, a nephew,…
Salute to Servicewomen Golf Classic – Celebrating 10 Years!
Cheers to a decade of the Salute to Servicewomen Golf Classic! This year, we raised over $50,000 to support the…
MACV Veteran Story: Ricardo
"Life is all about changes and what you can do today to move on with your life." -Housed National Guard…
Meeting looks at progress, more work needed on Veteran homelessness
Sue Worlds (front), the Radichel TownHomes housing director for the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans, brings veterans organization leaders on…
MACV At Twin Cities Pride Festival
The Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV) has been a proud participant at the Twin Cities Pride Festival for many…
Department of Minnesota VFW Commander’s Project for 2022-2023
Saturday, June 10th, 2023, at the Crown Plaza in Plymouth, Minnesota, the Department of Veterans of Foreign Wars and Auxiliary…
2023 National Coalition For Homeless Veterans Conference
Veteran homelessness is a critical issue that must be addressed with urgency, compassion, and a collaborative spirit. That's why the…
MACV Employee Spotlight – Jared Hendler
This week we are featuring Jared Hendler. Jared currently serves in the Minnesota National Guard and has since 2009.…
Visit the New Veteran Owned Coffee Shop Trinity House Coffee
"You can't just be in business. You have to have a why. My why is we are giving back to…
MACV Veteran Story: Chris
"My life has changed 100% because of MACV. A year ago, I wouldn't have been able to imagine myself where…
Celebrating the Start Summer at the Fair with MACV
The Kick-Off For Summer at the Minnesota State Fair is a fun way for many Minnesotans to celebrate the start…
MACV Partnering with Wood-N-Hearts to Provide Stability for Veterans
"I am so grateful for MACV and Wood-N-Hearts for changing my life." - Housed Air Force Veteran John John is…
Walz signs housing, Veterans omnibus bills into law
The housing finance and policy omnibus bill includes $1 billion for state-based housing vouchers, home construction, pathways to homeownership, and other housing…
Affordable Veteran housing opens in Southwest Rochester
ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) – Affordable housing can be difficult to come by in Rochester, especially for Veterans trying to get…
Affordable housing for Veterans living in Northern Minnesota
"While the Continuum of Care that includes St. Cloud has declared an effective end to Veteran homelessness, the work doesn't…
Veteran Mike’s Journey with MACV and 23rd Veteran
We previously wrote about Marine Corps Veteran Mike's journey as he graduated from Every Third Saturday's Warriors Path program and…
MACV Employee Spotlight – Courtney Hotovec
This week we are featuring Courtney Hotovec. Courtney served on active duty in the Marine Corps from 2004 to…
Scott County, MACV host legal clinic for low-income veterans
The Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans, partnering with Scott County and the Scott County Law Library, is hosting a free…
MACV Veteran Story: Tootie
"I wouldn't be where I am today without MACV." -Housed Army Veteran Tootie When Covid hit, Tootie lost her job…
MACV Employee Spotlight – Luis Campero
This week we are featuring Luis Campero. Luis served in the US Army as a 71M Chapel Activities Specialist. Luis…
MACV Presented at Midwest’s Largest Health and Human Service Event
The Minnesota Social Services Association's (MSSA) Annual Training Conference & Expo is the Midwest's largest and most comprehensive health and…
Housing project in Minneapolis gives Veterans a place to get back on their feet
A unique property in north Minneapolis will serve as “transitional housing” for Veterans in crisis. The new construction along Humboldt…
MACV’s Hero’s Hub At The Twin Cities Auto Show
What a fantastic Military Appreciation night at the 9th annual Twin Cities Auto Show! Thank you, Twin Cities Auto Show…
2023 Veterans Day On The Hill
For 2023 Veterans Day on the Hill, courageous Veterans and passionate activists descended upon our state capitol to remind decision-makers…
MACV Veteran Story: Mike
"This year in recovery has been the hardest year of my life, but MACV didn't judge me. They helped me…
MACV Employee Spotlight – Pam Fredricksen
This week we are featuring Pam Fredricksen. Pam is proud to be a part of MACV’s mission to end Veteran…
Operation Vanguard: Down Buck Hill For Bridging
As Veterans in the Twin Cities transition from homelessness to housing, MACV case managers often use Bridging to help bridge…
2023 Homeless Day On The Hill
MACV is proud to have spent Homeless Day On The Hill with hundreds of community partners advocating for shelter, affordable…
MACV Veteran Story: Ray
"I like living at building 47 because it keeps me safe from the elements of addiction. It's allowing me to…
‘Housing for Heroes’ partnership creates homes for Veterans
A partnership of housing leaders is working to put roofs over veterans’ heads one home at a time. Housing First…
Minneapolis/Hennepin County Achieved A 14% Reduction In Veteran Homelessness By Harnessing Resources And Relationships
This Minnesota team continues to pursue an end to veteran homelessness by leveraging expanded resources, improving equity, and streamlining system…
MACV working to find shelter during storm for hundreds of unhoused veterans
MINNEAPOLIS -- While many are inside watching snow pile up, there is concern for the unsheltered. Many of those living…
Former Robbinsdale Hotel To Help Homeless Vets
For nearly 125 years, the Robin Hotel has stood at the corner of Hubbard Avenue and 41st Avenue in Robbinsdale.…
MACV Employee Spotlight – Jayce Mayberry
This week we are featuring Jayce Mayberry. Jayce served in the Army for 10 years and deployed to Iraq and…
MDVA partners with MACV to conduct Point-In-Time Count
MACV and Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs united forces to count the unidentified Veterans in Minnesota who were living without…
MACV VetLaw Director Elected to Board of Minnesota Council for Nonprofits!
MACV VetLaw Director, Sara Sommarstrom is making waves in the Minnesota nonprofit community! We are beyond thrilled to announce she…
New Affordable Housing For St. Cloud Veterans
The Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV) is proud to announce the purchase, with support from the Minnesota Department of…
MACV Veteran Story: Dirk
"I could not have done any of this without MACV" - Housed Air Force Veteran Dirk Dirk spends his time…
House Veterans and Military Affairs Finance and Policy Committee: MACV Presentation
MACV Vice President of Property Operations Sara Riegle presented MACV’s mission and updates to the Minnesota House Veterans and Military…
MACV Employee Spotlight – Lisa Jaeger
This week we are featuring Lisa Jaeger. Lisa served five years of active duty in the Air Force, and Lisa’s…
Army Veteran Finds Confidence & Hope at MACV
"I became aware of long-lost confidence. A welcomed surprise I'd almost considered gone for good. While sharing my journey with…
After COVID moratoriums expire, registry of homeless Veterans begins filling up
MINNEAPOLIS -- This holiday season, too many Veterans have no place to call home. But the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans…
How you can help MACV end veteran homelessness
Throughout December, the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans has been teaming up with WCCO. The mission is to end Veteran…
MACV helps longest-running homeless Veteran arrive at a place to call home
MINNEAPOLIS — This holiday season, too many Veterans have no place to call home, but the Minnesota Assistance Council…
Still time to help MACV end Veteran homelessness
MACV Volunteer Amy Murphy talks to WCCO mid-morning hosts about how she got involved with the Minnesota Assistance Council…
Home for the Holidays: Veteran family gets fully-decorated tree
WCCO and MACV were able to deliver a Christmas tree to a Veteran family in need to enjoy. The tree…
Home for the Holidays: Stand Down 2022 Video
Reporter and Army Veteran Reg Chapman knows the holidays can be hard for service members in need. This week, MACV…
MACV Expands Outreach Program
MINNEAPOLIS – Veterans need a home for the Holidays. That's why WCCO is partnering with the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans…
Housing options currently available to homeless Veterans
MACV Vice President of Property Operations Sara Riegle shared on WCOO Mid-Morning how MACV’s expansion of Veteran housing is setting…
MACV’s 2022 Home for the Holidays Stand Down helps Minnesota Veterans in need
Thanks to the generous contributions of countless service provider partner agencies, volunteers, and community partners, our Veterans experienced a little…
MACV “Stand Down” returns to Target Field to help Minnesota Veterans
MINNEAPOLIS – WCCO is partnering with The Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV) in their mission to help end veteran homelessness.…
How MACV helps Veterans in need
Heather and AJ sit down with Veteran Mark Cross to talk about the impact that MACV has had on his…
Landlord seeks to help end Veteran homelessness
Andre Duke joins Heather and AJ to talk about how he is helping to end Veteran homelessness through his position…