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PRISM believes that everyone is capable of achieving stability and self-sufficiency with help of an effective and healthy support network.

MISSION

Our mission is to walk alongside families, providing support-based programs that encourage self-sufficiency. We build relationships with families, treating them with our core values of Dignity and Accountability as they work to overcome barriers and improve their lives.

PROGRAMS

Emergency Food Shelf:

Food to support 4,640 food shelf visits annually, averaging 20 pounds per person per visit (serving 5 cities in northwestern Hennepin County, MN)

Financial Assistance:

Homelessness prevention: $135,000 distributed to help 160+ families maintain stable housing during a financial crisis.

PRISM Express (dial-a-ride):

Provided 37,000+ rides to medical appointments, personal errands, social service appointments, community education classes and more.

PRISM Automotive Repair:

Assessed and repaired 200+ vehicles for low income families during first year of operation.

PRISM Ways to Work:

Provides vehicles to working families. A reliable car is a key to a family's economic freedom and self esteem. Your generous donation means independence for a family in need.

YOUR DONATION

  • Your $25 donation will feed a family of four (4) for one week.
  • Your $100 donation will provide ten (10) families with personal case-work, focused on goal-setting and problem-solving.
  • Your $350 donation will help a parent keep a job by covering the cost of necessary car repairs.
  • Your $750 donation will prevent a family from becoming homeless during their time of financial crisis.
  • Larger donations will do all of this and more!

Updates and Donor Comments

  1. steve nienabersteve nienaber 12/16/2011 at 06:51 AM ET
    This gift was made possible by the employees of the Minneapolis Clinic of Neurology of Golden Valley who bought Christmas cookies and other donated items at their craft sale this past Wednesday.
  2. roxanne s oswaldroxanne s oswald 11/20/2011 at 10:42 PM ET
    Keep up the good work!
  3. Harley D Reed JrHarley D Reed Jr 11/16/2011 at 11:52 PM ET
    Keep up the good work.
  4. BRUCE A. JANSSONBRUCE A. JANSSON 11/16/2011 at 11:08 PM ET
    Incredible organization. Thank YOU PRISM!
  5. Mary McKoskeyMary McKoskey 11/16/2011 at 07:32 PM ET
    PRISM is a kind and empowering safety net of support and services for families all over the metro area.
  6. Elizabeth JohnsonElizabeth Johnson 11/16/2011 at 06:55 PM ET
    I have worked at PRISM for 16 years and the needs keep growing! This community supported work is truly part of the solution! Thank you for your outpouring of volunteer, finanical, and prayer support for PRISM and for those families we help!
  7. Judy AJudy A 11/16/2011 at 04:42 PM ET
    Thank you to everyone at PRISM for helping people in our community!
  8. Steve HaagensonSteve Haagenson 11/16/2011 at 04:35 PM ET
    Keep up the great work, PRISM
  9. Barbara OlsonBarbara Olson 11/16/2011 at 03:35 PM ET
    We've volunteered for the past 4 years at Prism. They manage to do outstanding work with folks needing help. It has been difficult to see the food shelves so bare these past months. So many families need a little help to get through these troubling times. We are happy to donate funds, goods and time to Prism.
  10. Mary FormanMary Forman 11/16/2011 at 03:18 PM ET
    A great organization with a wonderful philosophy and mission!
  11. MARYLYN LEAFMARYLYN LEAF 11/16/2011 at 03:05 PM ET
    PRISM is truly an amazing organization - access, dignity, support, life skills!
  12. Jason WittakJason Wittak 11/16/2011 at 02:27 PM ET
    How do we, as a community, help our neighbors in need? One word - PRISM.
  13. Barbara DavisBarbara Davis 11/16/2011 at 12:46 PM ET
    Great organization...they do so much for so many - all with repect and encouragement.
  14. James PufferJames Puffer 11/16/2011 at 12:32 PM ET
    You folks are great! Best Wishes in these challenging times.
  15. Monica TrevinoMonica Trevino 11/16/2011 at 12:28 PM ET
    On behalf of the families we serve, thank you to all the donors who are making Give To The Max Day a success. We are grateful for your support.
  16. Kristine ObergKristine Oberg 11/16/2011 at 11:48 AM ET
    Heartfelt thanks for all that you do to help our community.
  17. Brad BrownBrad Brown 11/16/2011 at 11:30 AM ET
    I love PRISM for helping families to become self-sufficient.
  18. Dennis JohnsonDennis Johnson 11/16/2011 at 11:08 AM ET
    Compassion through dignity and accountability...PRISM works for the community!
  19. Sally TurrittinSally Turrittin 11/16/2011 at 09:43 AM ET
    When we give to PRISM, we give to our friends and neighbors.
  20. Sharon GarberSharon Garber 11/16/2011 at 08:23 AM ET
    PRISM is an amazing place - food, transportation, housing, all rolled up in a caring environment.
  21. Gloria J PeckGloria J Peck 11/16/2011 at 07:00 AM ET
    It's a great place to volunteer, a place where we can be God's hands and feet.
  22. Robyn BrowningRobyn Browning 11/16/2011 at 03:46 AM ET
    PRISM does amazing work in our community. Thanks to PRISM staff, volunteers, and supporters for making it such a wonderful org!
  23. James CookJames Cook 11/16/2011 at 02:09 AM ET
    Doing a great job of turning "hopeless" into "I can make it with a little help from PRISM. One incredible organization.
  24. Michael BryantMichael Bryant 11/15/2011 at 02:21 PM ET
    Keep up the great work
  25. Robin HellerRobin Heller 11/08/2011 at 02:36 PM ET
    I knew someone that worked there, and truly believed in the good that was accomplished. They just need more financial support.

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    PRISM believes that everyone is capable of achieving stability and self-sufficiency with help of an effective and healthy support network.
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