Connections Shelter

06/12/2026

The weather is beautiful. The tables are set. We have a chair for you and tickets still available at the door. We hope you can join us tonight for A Midsummer Soiree at the Gustavus Arboretum!

06/09/2026

At our Midsummer Soiree, partake of our “Fact or Fiction Fairy Hunt” to discover our hidden sprites throughout the garden. Each will have important information on the unhoused and the experience of homelessness in the nation and Mankato. Find them all and earn a chance to win a beautiful diamond earrings from Carol Brady Jewelry. These total half-carat lab-grown diamonds are exquisite and can be a perfect touch to your Soiree experience!

Thank you Carol Brady for sponsoring our Fact or Fiction Fairy Hunt!

Don't have your tickets yet, this is just one of the many activities you won't want to miss out on at Friday's A Midsummer Soiree. Get your tickets today!

06/05/2026

Just ONE WEEK until the Midsummer Soiree!

The garden will soon be glowing, the music will be playing, and our community will come together for an unforgettable evening in support of Connections Shelter.

Tickets are selling quickly, and time is running out to reserve your place at this special event. Join us for an evening of delicious food, refreshing drinks, silent auction treasures, and meaningful impact as we celebrate hope, community, and the future of year-round shelter services.

Every ticket purchased helps provide shelter, support, and a path forward for neighbors experiencing homelessness right here in our community.

Get your tickets today before they're gone!

Ticket sales close soon—don't miss your chance to be part of this magical evening.

06/03/2026

Tickets are going fast! Do you have yours?

Join us for an enchanting garden soirée inspired by A Midsummer Night’s Dream, raising vital funds for neighbors experiencing homelessness.

05/26/2026

“Hark! A perfect summer eve approacheth…” ✨🌙

The long-range forecast foretells fair skies, warm breezes, and a magical midsummer night just three weeks away at our annual Midsummer Soiree benefiting Connections Shelter.

Gather thy dearest friends for a girls’ night, whisk away thy beloved for a date night, or assemble thy merriest companions for an unforgettable evening beneath the stars. Expect laughter, music, delicious fare, and a touch of enchantment — all while supporting our neighbors experiencing homelessness.

“Though she be but little, she is fierce.”
And this community? Fierce in compassion, generosity, and hope. ❤️

Do not miss the event of the season! Secure thy tickets now before they vanish like fairy dust at dawn.

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Join us for an enchanting garden soirée inspired by A Midsummer Night’s Dream, raising vital funds for neighbors experiencing homelessness.

05/19/2026

Summer shelter hours have begun! This doesn't effect much for our guests day to day except having an additional late check in hour to enjoy the summer weather. ☀️🕶️

Summer shelter also means we are using lots more resources. Below is a list of a few of our most used products if you feel inclined to drop off any donations for our summer shelter guests.

Items can be dropped off at our Drop In center, 800 S Front St from 10-3 Monday - Thursdays all summer long. Thanks to our community we are so thankful to be open this summer!

05/06/2026

✨ Step into a night of magic, mischief, and midsummer dreams… ✨

Tickets for our Midsummer Soirée are officially on sale! 🌙🌿 Join us for an unforgettable evening inspired by A Midsummer Night’s Dream—filled with enchanting атмосpheres, community, and purpose.

🎟️ Good news! We’ve extended our Early Bird pricing through May 15th—and you can save $40 on a reserved table of 8 when you book now.

Gather your friends, dress for the occasion, and be part of something meaningful. Every ticket helps support our work and keeps our mission moving forward.

✨ Don’t wait—secure your spot before the magic fades!

05/05/2026

🎉 We did it - together! 🎉

Because of this incredible community, we’ve officially met our first $35,000 match for our 365 Match Campaign! That means every dollar you gave was doubled to make an even greater impact for our guests.

And here’s the exciting part… we’ve unlocked a NEW $35,000 match! 🙌

Thanks to critical public investment from the City of Mankato and Blue Earth County Housing Trust Fund, we have the support needed to continue operations through the summer months this year. Now, these 365 Match Campaign funds are helping us build the long-term sustainability needed to operate year-round, every year.

You still have a chance to double your impact and help us continue building sustainable, year-round shelter for those who need it most. Every gift brings us one step closer to making sure no one is left out in the cold—any time of year.

Let’s keep the momentum going. 💛 Link to donate is in the comments.

04/24/2026

Because of your generous support, we are at 96% of our $35k match goal! So far, we've raised $33,733, leaving just $1267 left to meet the match! If you'd like to help us meet the goal, you can donate online here - www.connectionsshelter.org/donate