Elizabeth Brisbin

Community Support at the Resilience Center – Waite House

All community members are invited to join us at the Resilience Center at the Waite House. This is a place to connect with neighbors, rest, receive care, and access free support services. Everyone is welcome!

📍Waite House Community Center | 2323 11th Ave. S, Minneapolis

📅 Wednesday’s November 12 – January 14

🕛 Open from 1 – 4 p.m.

(Except not open 12/24, instead we will be open Tuesday 12/23 from 1-4pm)

Available Services (Free of Charge):

  • Mental health care and emotional support
  • Resources for individuals and families experiencing homelessness
  • Information and referrals to community programs
  • North Star Therapy Animals for comfort and grounding
  • Hennepin County Economic Services & Assistance
  • OJP Victim Services
  • Minneapolis Homeless Response Team
  • Snacks and water provided by the Neighborhood Association

Whether you need support, want to connect with others, or simply need a calm place to be, the Resilience Center is here for you.

Let’s heal together.
Please share this information with anyone who may benefit.

 

Held in partnership with:

Hennepin County, City of Minneapolis, and Pillsbury United Communities.

Elizabeth Brisbin

Increases in Demand at Food Shelves & Food Cafes

Since last week we have seen acute increases in demand on our food shelves and in our food cafes in Minneapolis.  For instance, our Oak Park cafe served 400 people in 1.5 hours last Thursday alone, serving 1200-1500 meals weekly. Similar trend is seen at Waite House Cafe in Phillips neighborhood serving 600 meals per week, and at the Brian Coyle Center where we distribute 600 hot meals through Kitchen Coalition partnership five days a week.
In addition. both the Brian Coyle and Waite House Food Shelves have seen an increase of 30% demand for food from the food pantries.
Help meet the demand, and donate now >> Pillsbury United Communities🍎 
What you are doing is making a huge impact in our communities, and we need everyone to act just as you have today.  We have three food cafes, and two food pantries throughout Minneapolis. Both the Brian Coyle and Waite House food shelves although located in South Minneapolis, serve thousands of families coming from anywhere in the twin cities metropolitan areas whereas, the food cafes serve primarily residents of the most immediate neighborhood where they are located.
We are also coordinating food drives /donations drop offs at our neighborhood center locations as follows:
Waite House: 10 : 00 AM – 4:00 PM Monday-Thursday
Oak Park: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Monday-Thursdays
Pillsbury House and Theatre: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Monday-Thursday
Brian Coyle Center: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM Monday -Friday.
We also here attached the Food Wishlist for the locations for reference.
While a food donation for our pantry is welcomed, the biggest impact comes from a monetary donation; as we are able to buy food in bulk at a reduced cost from retail, paying less than you would at your local grocery store. Make a a bigger impact and help feed our neighbors through a monetary donation >> Pillsbury United Communities🍎 
It is true that we are stronger together, and you demonstrate that with a love of humanity that spreads kindness and care you offer to communities.
Thank you!

Elizabeth Brisbin

Give to the Max Day Amplifies Power

Give to the Max 2025

Powering People. Strengthening Place. Building a More Equitable Minneapolis.

At Pillsbury United Communities, we are creating a city where every person has the opportunity to thrive. Through a powerful network of neighborhood centers and social enterprises, we work alongside individuals and families to build pathways toward prosperity, equity, and community well-being.

Every day, our mission comes to life in ways both big and small — from a hot meal shared in fellowship, to a youth discovering their voice, to neighbors uniting for systemic change.

Why Your Gift Matters

Your donation fuels programs that meet urgent needs today while building long-term solutions for tomorrow.

  • $100 provides fresh groceries or a week of hot meals for a family.
  • $300 supports youth internships that prepare the next generation of leaders.
  • $1,000 sustains neighborhood-based arts, education, and employment programs that empower whole communities.

Together, we’re building a Minneapolis where everyone—regardless of zip code—can live with dignity, opportunity, and hope.

Our Community Centers: Roots of Connection and Opportunity

Across our four neighborhood hubs, tens of thousands of people each year access food, education, health, and employment resources that strengthen families and communities:

Social Enterprises Creating Lasting Impact

Your generosity also supports our innovative social ventures that expand opportunity across Minneapolis:

Full Cycle bike shop offering internships for homeless youth, learn more: https://fullcyclebikeshop.org/

KRSM radio station elevating conversations and cultures over the airwaves in six languages, learn more: https://krsmradio.org/

North News delivering original reporting from the Northside perspective and providing journalism opportunities for youth, learn more: https://mynorthnews.org/

Pillsbury House Theatre presenting thought-provoking performances that lead to understanding and positive change, learn more: https://pillsburyhouseandtheatre.org/

Sisterhood Boutique providing personal and professional skills-building opportunities for young women, learn more: https://sisterhoodmn.org/

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