Tuesday, August 11, 2026 | Prairie’s Edge Casino Resort (Granite Falls, MN) MHP is joining Minnesota Housing and other partners for a regional housing event to explore housing development resources and technical assistance to help your community meet its needs. Connect with other attendees from the region to discuss…
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MHP Participates in Healthcare for Housing Policy Discussion
MHP’s Policy Manager Courtney Schaff joined housing and healthcare leaders from across Minnesota for a discussion on the 2026 legislative session and opportunities to strengthen housing outcomes through cross-sector collaboration. Hosted by the Greater Minnesota Housing Fund’s Healthcare for Housing initiative, the conversation brought together representatives from Blue Cross and…
MHP’s 2026 Outstanding Advocate Awards
MHP is proud to present its 2026 Outstanding Advocate Awards. MHP recognizes outstanding volunteers and organizational partners who have made significant contributions to promote affordable housing solutions at the local, state, and federal levels. 2026 Awardees: MHP is proud to recognize Rico Morales as a 2026 Outstanding…
MHP’s 2026 Legislative Leader Awards
MHP is proud to present its 2026 Legislative Leader Awards to housing champions who have advanced homes people can afford as an issue of statewide importance. These lawmakers have led impactful policies and housing investments, elevated housing in public conversations, and partnered with MHP, advocates, and communities to move meaningful solutions forward. Each of MHP’s awardees has demonstrated a deep commitment to making a difference for Minnesotans. 2026 Awardees: In a challenging legislative year…
Rural Housing Preservation: MHP Partners with Swift County HRA in Southwest Minnesota
Across the Midwest, MHP delivers crucial work to preserve rural rental housing through the USDA Rural Rental Housing Loans Section 515 program (also known as USDA RD 515). Oftentimes, this program is the only pathway for rental opportunities in rural communities. However, a majority of these loans are maturing, or ending, in…
Pints, Policy & Progress (Happy Hour)
As the Minnesota Legislature’s 2026 session comes to a close, we’re gathering to recognize the progress made and the people who made it possible. Join MHP and co-hosts at La Doña Cervecería on June 2 from 4:00–6:00 p.m. to celebrate the work of housing champions and lawmakers this session.
National Partnership Spotlight: Creating a Path Forward for New Homes in Marianna, Florida
This spring, MHP returned to Marianna, Florida to support Chipola Habitat for Humanity as it moves from vision to implementation on a new 9-acre housing development. Through this Rural Capacity Building engagement, MHP worked alongside local leaders, including the city manager, county administrator, potential development partners, and a…
National Partnership Spotlight: Expanding Aging-in-Place Repairs in North Carolina
For many older adults, staying in the home they already have is the key to stability, health, and independence. But small repair needs can become major barriers — especially in rural communities where repair services and resources are harder to access. MHP is working alongside Hope Renovations,…
The Edge Groundbreaking Event, Thief River Falls
The Edge is a new 65‑unit, market‑rate workforce housing development coming to Thief River Falls. The project will offer a thoughtfully designed mix of studio, one‑bedroom, and two‑bedroom apartments developed by D.W. Jones. The project is supported by a $3.5 million contribution from DigiKey through the State Housing Tax Credit…
Event Panel: Rising to the Challenge – Preservation Solutions for Homes We Can Afford Featuring Priya Jayachandran
Join us for a timely discussion on housing preservation strategies that protect communities and meet the moment, featuring Priya Jayachandran, CEO of the National Housing Trust. She will be joined by Minnesota housing leaders with expertise in nonprofit development, culturally specific housing, and affordable housing investment to explore preservation strategies…