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Our Mission
To end Veteran homelessness in Minnesota
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Our Vision
To provide assistance throughout Minnesota to Veterans and their families who are homeless or experiencing other life crises leading to homelessness
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Message from Jon Lovald, Chief Operations Officer
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Hello MACV supporter,
As we all celebrated another year of freedom in the United States this month, MACV was out in the public involved in numerous events sharing our mission to end Veteran homelessness in Minnesota. MACV employees were creating new partnerships with Veteran organizations and other Minnesota events. We love sharing the stories of camaraderie and fellowship at events like the Princeton Moving Wall,
where MACV provided many of our typical Stand Down services to Veterans who attended.
MACV was “front and center” at both the Twins and Saints military appreciation games this month, where we told the story of our new home being built with Lennar and the Builders Association of the Twin Cities Foundation in Maplewood.
The momentum at MACV continues to build as MACV was recently awarded a grant to assist Veterans in Greater Minnesota with employment, which is one of our 3 main pillars of assistance. Employment is critical to maintaining housing and this grant will allow us to further support the employment needs of our Veterans.
MACV is hosting its first Stand Down event at Target Center next month on August 14th. If you are interested in volunteering at the event, please respond to this email and you will be contacted to be added to the volunteer list.
Thank you for continuing to be a MACV supporter and sharing our mission with Veterans and those who support Veterans.
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Are you interested in serving our Veterans as a MACV team member? See our open positions by
clicking here.
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Kinzler Insulates House for Homeless Female Veterans
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Earlier this spring, Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans teamed up with Kinzler’s building partner, Lennar Minnesota and BATC-Housing First Minnesota, to break ground on a home that will house female veterans – a population that is in serious need. Kinzler partnered with insulation supplier Johns-Manville, donating material and time to install batt insulation, spray foam around the rim joists and blow-in insulation in the attic. The five-bedroom home located in Maplewood, MN is scheduled to be completed in August. #KinzlerCares #WeInsulateYou #Veterans #HelpingHeroes
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Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV) | Phone 833-222-MACV (6228) |
mac-v@mac-v.org
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North Region
Princeton Stand Down
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MACV North partnered with the Princeton community and local Veteran partners during the Vietnam Moving Wall’s visit to the Mille Lacs county fairgrounds to offer a mini Stand Down of veteran resources. Over 40 providers were present on July 5
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to share what resources are available for Veterans. Because the Princeton Stand Down was held in conjunction with the Vietnam Moving Wall, people had the opportunity to pay their respects and learn about the many benefits available for Veterans. We are very proud of our partnerships throughout Minnesota and this was no exception.
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This year, our North office team provided outreach at the Duluth Air Show to show support for our Veterans and raise awareness about our mission to end Veteran homelessness in Minnesota. The United States Air Force Thunderbirds headlined the event along with a host of other world class performers!
Do you have an upcoming Veteran related event that you would like MACV to be part of? Reach out to us now so we can spread the word about our mission to End Veteran Homelessness in Minnesota together. mac-v@mac-v.org
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Minnesota Lynx FastBreak Foundation
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A special thanks to the Lynx FastBreak Foundation for their incredible gift to MACV! These incredible gifts and partners help MACV to end Veteran homelessness in Minnesota.
Want to help?
Reach out to us at mac-v@mac-v.org
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CLICK HERE
TO WATCH THE VIDEO! (Photographed above are MACV team members Stephanie Stetler and Neal Loidolt)
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Minnesota Twins and St. Paul Saints Military Appreciation Day
A very special thanks to the Minnesota Twins and the St. Paul Saints for honoring MACV and our mission during the baseball games!
If you missed the video on the jumbotron, check it out below!
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Minnesota Veterans Career Fair
This year, MACV was a service provider at the 12th Annual Minnesota Veterans Career Fair. Leading up to the Career Fair, was a great segment on Minnesota Military Radio featuring a wonderful partner to MACV, the Director at the Office of Veterans Employment Programs, Mr. Jim Finley. A critical component to supporting our Veterans is through access to employment and MACV is glad to partner with great agencies to help our Veterans achieve self sufficiency.
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Director of Veterans Employment Programs-DEED Jim Finley & Minnesota Military radio host Tom Lyons
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MACV Team Members: David Mirambeaux & Dustin Bystrom
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MACV President and CEO Neal Loidolt and past American Legion State Commander Denise Milton
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American Legion Conference
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Our President and CEO presented to the State Legion convention in Rochester on July 19th to thank all Legionaires for their support of MACV over the past 26 years. Last year, State Department Commander Denise Milton promoted MACV for her Commander's project. We are so very appreciative for the support of past Commander Milton and all Legionaires in Minnesota. With your partnership, we will end Veteran homelessness in MN.
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Little girl donates lemonade stand money to help homeless Veterans!
Rachel Barth is almost six years old and raised $65 from her two day lemonade stand. She decided to donate to MACV because "they fought for America to help America's team win." How amazing is this little girl!! The
news station KIMT
was there to capture this wonderful moment! Thank you Rachel for your kindness and generosity.
Want to do a fundraiser for MACV?
Email us at mac-v@mac-v.org
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MACV team member Guy Sing & Rachel Barth
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Dan Couture
North Office
St. Louis County Case Manager
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After a corporate downsizing a few years ago, I gave some thought to what I truly wanted to do in a new career. I made the decision that I wanted to work, in some capacity, in the service of veterans. As a retired First Sergeant from the Minnesota Army National Guard, I realized that I was at my best when I worked in the service of soldiers. Working with MACV gives me the opportunity to work within my strongest skill sets, and be able to demonstrate compassion and understanding with homeless veterans, and veterans who are struggling in difficult circumstances.
I am a lifetime Duluth area resident, graduated with a business degree from the University of Minnesota-Duluth, and have worked most of my civilian career in pharmaceutical sales. Also, during this time, I served over 20 years in the Minnesota Army National Guard; 2-194 Armor Battalion. I am married to my wife, Deb, and we have three adult children.
I spent many years coaching my kids in hockey and soccer, and now am looking forward to spending more time hunting, golfing, and downhill skiing. I am very excited to join the team at MACV, and provide service to veterans in Duluth and St. Louis County.
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Please
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for full listing of Legal Clinics
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2017 was a year of remarkable growth both in internal infrastructure and external relationships. To learn more about our amazing year, please click the link below to view our Annual Report.
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Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV) | Phone 833-222-MACV (6228) |
mac-v@mac-v.org
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