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Model Cities of St. Paul, Inc.

@ModelCitiesInc

Model Cities is a non-profit agency that provides supportive housing and family support services and spearheads community development projects.

 St. Paul, MN
modelcities.org
Joined October 2019
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City of Saint Paul
@cityofsaintpaulJan 12
With increased federal immigration enforcement activity in the Twin Cities, it’s important to know your rights. If immigration agents come to your home, take steps to protect yourself and your family. Learn what to do and find trusted local resources at: stpaul.gov/immigration-resou…
Know Your Rights graphic explaining what to do if immigration agents come to your home. It states that ICE needs a judge-signed warrant to enter, people do not have to open the door, can ask to see a warrant through a window or under the door, and can keep the door closed if there is no valid judge-signed warrant. A link to stpaul.gov/immigration-resources is included.

ALT Know Your Rights graphic explaining what to do if immigration agents come to your home. It states that ICE needs a judge-signed warrant to enter, people do not have to open the door, can ask to see a warrant through a window or under the door, and can keep the door closed if there is no valid judge-signed warrant. A link to stpaul.gov/immigration-resources is included.

Know Your Rights graphic explaining what to do if immigration agents come to your home. It states that ICE needs a judge-signed warrant to enter, people do not have to open the door, can ask to see a warrant through a window or under the door, and can keep the door closed if there is no valid judge-signed warrant. A link to stpaul.gov/immigration-resources is included.

ALT Know Your Rights graphic explaining what to do if immigration agents come to your home. It states that ICE needs a judge-signed warrant to enter, people do not have to open the door, can ask to see a warrant through a window or under the door, and can keep the door closed if there is no valid judge-signed warrant. A link to stpaul.gov/immigration-resources is included.

Know Your Rights graphic explaining what to do if immigration agents come to your home. It states that ICE needs a judge-signed warrant to enter, people do not have to open the door, can ask to see a warrant through a window or under the door, and can keep the door closed if there is no valid judge-signed warrant. A link to stpaul.gov/immigration-resources is included.

ALT Know Your Rights graphic explaining what to do if immigration agents come to your home. It states that ICE needs a judge-signed warrant to enter, people do not have to open the door, can ask to see a warrant through a window or under the door, and can keep the door closed if there is no valid judge-signed warrant. A link to stpaul.gov/immigration-resources is included.

Know Your Rights graphic explaining what to do if immigration agents come to your home. It states that ICE needs a judge-signed warrant to enter, people do not have to open the door, can ask to see a warrant through a window or under the door, and can keep the door closed if there is no valid judge-signed warrant. A link to stpaul.gov/immigration-resources is included.

ALT Know Your Rights graphic explaining what to do if immigration agents come to your home. It states that ICE needs a judge-signed warrant to enter, people do not have to open the door, can ask to see a warrant through a window or under the door, and can keep the door closed if there is no valid judge-signed warrant. A link to stpaul.gov/immigration-resources is included.

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City of Saint Paul
@cityofsaintpaulJan 11
We stand with our immigrant and refugee neighbors in this frightening time. After the recent ICE activity and the death of Renee Good, many are asking “what do I do if ICE comes to my door?” Get trusted info on your rights & support resources at stpaul.gov/immigration-resou…
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MNPromiseAct
@MNPromiseAct17 Nov 2025
ACT FAST — Round 2 is closing soon! There’s over $60 million in grant funds available to qualifying businesses in eligible areas of Minneapolis-Saint Paul. Don’t leave this money on the table that can be used for working capital, payroll expenses, rent/mortgage payments, and other essential operational costs. Plus, applying is easy! You must: ✅ Be registered with the MN Secretary of State ✅ Have less than $750,000 in annual revenue ✅ Have filed 2024 taxes Check other eligibility criteria: mnpromiseact.org
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MNPromiseAct
@MNPromiseAct18 Sep 2025
Round 2 of #MNPROMISEAct applications opens September 23 at 12:00 PM (noon). ✅ Not sure if you’re eligible to apply? Take our quick Eligibility Quiz👉 mnpromiseact.co/3VXcRW2
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Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity@tchabitat18 Sep 2025
Join Habitat for a special housing resource fair next Thursday, Sept. 25, to meet and connect with local housing-related nonprofits! This event is open to all Realtors® and people eager to play an active role in promoting housing opportunities.🔑 #affordablehousing #homesforall
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MNPromiseAct
@MNPromiseAct8 Sep 2025
📢 We’re excited to host our first Info Session for Round 2 of the #MNPROMISEAct! 🗓️ Join us on September 9 at 4:30 PM to learn: ✔️ How the grant can support your business ✔️ Who’s eligible in Round 2 ✔️ What to expect in the application process Don’t miss it! 📍 See all upcoming events here: mnpromiseact.co/42fmhzF Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development
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Housing in Action@housinginaction19 Aug 2025
Have you listened to part 3 of our Affordable Housing Deep Dive with leaders from the affordable housing sector yet? Tune in wherever you listen to podcasts! 👇 youtu.be/Yka_VK0YXq0 creators.spotify.com/pod/pro…

S3 E4: Affordable Housing Deep Dive Part 3: Housing Justice Sector | Reclaiming Home

Listen, follow, and give us a rating wherever you listen to podcast...

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SPPS Nutrition (@sppsnutrition) profile picture
SPPS Nutrition@sppsnutrition23 Jun 2025
Meals are free for kids 18 and under. Meals must be eaten on site. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Download the “Free Meals for Kids” app. @SPPS_news @SaintPaulParks @hungerimpactpartners #summermealsmn #freemealsforkids #foodtruck #communityresources
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Minnesota Community Care@MNCommunityCare6 May 2025
Happy Nurse Week! 💙 Minnesota Community Care thanks our incredible nurses for their compassion, dedication, and care. You make a difference every day—and we’re so grateful for all that you do! #NursesWeek #ThankYouNurses #MinnesotaCommunityCare
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Mayor Melvin Carter@MayorCarter1 May 2025
Our Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander neighbors are community pillars, pouring into our city generations of culture and resilience. From small business owners to artists, educators and public servants, Saint Paul is stronger and more vibrant because of you.
Proclamation designation May 2025 as Asian American, Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Month in the City of Saint Paul.

ALT Proclamation designation May 2025 as Asian American, Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Month in the City of Saint Paul.

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Mayor Melvin Carter@MayorCarter27 Apr 2025
We got rid of youth sports fees and participation soared. This is what it looks like when we show up for our young people. Check out what our @SaintPaulParks has planned for the summer.
April 27, 12-3pm. Summer choice fair, an event for Saint Paul families to learn about summer youth programs. Food and fun will be served. This event is free. Oxford community center, 270 Lexington Parkway N.

ALT April 27, 12-3pm. Summer choice fair, an event for Saint Paul families to learn about summer youth programs. Food and fun will be served. This event is free. Oxford community center, 270 Lexington Parkway N.

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Bring it Home, Minnesota@BringItHomeMN29 Feb 2024
Share if you agree. And join the thousands of Minnesotans who share the belief that we all do better when we all have access to safe, affordable housing. Visit bringithomeminnesota.org/dis… to discover more.
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Minnesota Homeownership Center@MNHOC13 Nov 2023
On the latest Welcome Home Podcast, we sit down with @ModelCitiesInc Homeownership Advisor Linda White, Promise Realty Owner/Realtor Kimberly Smith-Moore and @BremerBank Community Impact VP Trent Bowman to talk about achieving homeownership for yourself. youtu.be/0pmE1Vw7UNI
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LISC Twin Cities@LISC_TwinCities7 Sep 2023
Sharing this important opportunity from @ModelCitiesInc for first-time homebuyers 🚨
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Minnesota Realtors®@Minn_Realtors12 Jun 2023
Treasurer Pat Paulson has volunteered at several nonprofits teaching workshops that prepare first-time buyers for the home buying process and homeownership. Pat has volunteered with @prginc, @NWHomePartners and @ModelCitiesInc. #RealtorVolunteerDays #RealtorsAreGoodNeighbors
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Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder@mnspokesman27 May 2023
This week’s #BlackBusinessSpotlight shines on @westindiessoul, an authentic Caribbean comfort food restaurant with a catering service, food truck, and specialty sauce line. spokesman-recorder.com/2023/…
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Our Saviour's Community Services@oscs_mn3 May 2023
“Minnesota is already home to a robust network of nonprofit emergency services providers that serve as the state’s safety net. They know what works. Investing in them will support our communities and people in need.” minnpost.com/community-voice… #mnleg @Morrison4MN @jimabeler
Minnesota business leaders back proposed $220-plus million homelessness proposal

Minnesota business leaders back proposed $220-plus million homelessness proposal

We stand by our community partners and their calls for bold public investments in the emergency shelter system this legislative session.

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Connections Shelter@EKoser450143 May 2023
"Connections treated me like a person, not someone who was homeless. It gave me hope." Fund Shelters and Shelter Capital #mnleg @mhwicklund
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Our Saviour's Community Services@oscs_mn3 May 2023
“We believe that now is the time for state lawmakers to invest in Minnesota’s emergency shelter system and those experiencing homelessness.” - Minnesota business leaders in @PioneerPress opinion piece @TinaLiebling @davepinto #mnleg
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MNHomelessCo@MNHomelessCo3 May 2023
Thank you @RepKeeler for being a powerful and knowledgeable champion for homelessness! Your leadership has generated momentum that has brought much-needed awareness and opportunity for change to be made for emergency shelters– let’s secure ESP and Shelter Capital funds! #mnleg
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