Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 5hWe will have the first part of winter gear distribution to clients next week- please help us prepare by bringing in donations by this Friday, October 16! 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 6hwww.cbsnews.com/minnesota/vi... The Living Room was featured on WCCO this morning! Check out the interview with Peer Support Supervisor Amy and Clinical Director Lauren!cbsnews.comWalking into the Living Room feels “like walking into somebody’s home,” staff sayClinical director Lauren Daniel says the Living Room’s peer support model — staffed by people who’ve navigated similar mental health struggles themselves — helps reduce the stigma of asking for help. 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 01/10/2026Just announced! We’ve been selected to receive a pro bono strategic consulting project from @compassprobono.bsky.social. We’re thrilled to get started, stay tuned for more exciting updates! Learn more about this exciting opportunity here: www.compassprobono.org 010
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Last week our Clinical Director Lauren and Peer Support Supervisor Amy presented on the Living Room model at the Minnesota Coalition for the Homeless Annual Conference in Duluth! It was a great opportunity to connect with providers and spread the word about this resource. 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 16/09/2026If you’re struggling, the Living Room is here to help. Call 651-251-2629 from 12-8 pm, any day of the week, or visit in person at 2265 Hillcrest Ave., St. Paul, MN 55116. Want to learn more about the Living Room? Read our latest blog post: emmanorton.org/blog/support...emmanorton.orgSeptember is Suicide Prevention Month - Emma NortonAs September is Suicide Prevention Month, we wanted to take this opportunity to remind our community of the Living Room as a resource for any Minnesotan aged 18 or older. This mental health service is... 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 16/09/2026Since opening in late 2024 the Living Room has had 163 visitors who would have otherwise gone to the hospital or called a crisis line... Only 3 of those visitors required hospitalization, and each were given a warm handoff, rather than having to sit for hours in a stressful emergency waiting room. 100
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 15/09/2026We have a partner who provides new coats for the children in our program, so for kids we're just seeking donations of warm socks, mittens & gloves, winter boots, and snow pants. Please bring donations by October 16 so we have time to organize everything before distribution the following week! 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 15/09/2026We're kicking off the 2026 Coat & Winter Gear Drive! The temperatures are starting to drop, and we want to get our clients and residents ready for when the cold arrives. While we primarily need donations of winter gear for adults, we're also seeking winter gear of all kinds and sizes for teenagers. 100
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 14/09/2026While we normally don't take food donations as we don't have facilities to store it, we were able to coordinate with Al of Al's Breakfast (who provides the pancakes at the Dining Hall!) so we knew exactly when the food was arriving and could quickly organize it for distribution to our clients! 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 14/09/2026Last week we received a generous donation from Hamline Church Dining Hall of their leftover groceries from the State Fair! This included over 200 pounds of raw and cooked meat, over 150 pounds of cheese, 4 large boxes of bread and buns, 3 large boxes of apples, milk, chips, beets, garlic, and more. 100
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 03/09/2026The Emma's Place youth have started the new school year! Thank you to everyone who supported our back to school supply drive, so everyone started the school year with new backpack full of nice supplies! 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 26/08/2026We want to give a BIG shout out to APi Group for donating a huge amount of school supplies! We now have enough school supplies not just for our youth, but also our adult learners! 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 20/08/2026Got old paperwork? Shred it for a good cause! Centennial UMC is hosting a community fundraiser benefitting Emma Norton & other United Women in Faith missions. Oct 3, 9-11 a.m. 1524 County Rd C2, Roseville Clear the clutter and support healing from homelessness! 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 19/08/2026Thank you to Centennial UMC for hosting bingo for the Restoring Waters residents last week! 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 18/08/2026We're still looking to fill about 20 volunteer shifts for our Volunteer Day at Hamline Dining Hall on August 28! See the graphic for available shifts and positions, and contact info to claim a spot! 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 13/08/2026Thank you to everyone who worked on, performed in, and attended the Mx. Trish Takeover Sparkle Show last Saturday at @blackhartstp.com! The Fury Du Nord volunteers collected 2 big boxes of school supplies, and the show raised nearly $600! 011
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 11/08/2026Thank you to Kendra Scott for having us table in-store at Rosedale Center as a part of the fundraiser you held with us last Thursday! 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 05/08/2026In case you didn't mark it in your calendar, we've got a fundraiser tomorrow with Kendra Scott Rosedale! Join us in person 8/6 5-7 pm, or shop online using code "GIVEBACK-MFIUO" for 20% of your purchase to support Emma Norton Services. In store we also have 3 special necklaces in our logo colors! 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 04/08/2026Julie has joined Emma Norton Services as our Interim Executive Director, bringing extensive nonprofit leadership experience and a background in housing and mental health services. We're excited to welcome Julie as we continue supporting individuals and families on their healing journeys. 010
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 04/08/2026This Saturday, August 8, Sparkle Presents Mx Trish Takeover at @blackhartstp.com will be gathering school supplies and fundraising for the youth at Emma's Place! Come have fun and support the education of kids and youth recovering from homelessness! 012
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 03/08/2026Thank you to our friends from Resurrection United Methodist for hosting bingo at Restoring Waters last month! 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 31/07/2026Staff, current and former board members and presidents, and longtime important partners spoke on the impact Tonya has had not just on the organization, but on each of them personally. There were many tears shed, but even more joyful memories shared. Thank you to everyone who joined us! 010
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 31/07/2026On Wednesday we came together to celebrate Tonya's 12 amazing years leading Emma Norton Services. Over 100 people gathered to express their gratitude and wish Tonya well in the next chapter of her professional life. 100
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 29/07/2026Community members and staff got "Emma Bucks" to spend on the businesses they were interested in, and voting slips to indicate their favorite. This year the winners were S'mores Cookies and Hot Cheetos Mozzarella Sticks! 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 29/07/2026Last week was Business Week at Emma's Place! On Monday the teens learned about entrepreneurship, teamed up, and came up with ideas for their businesses. On Tuesday they made plans and went shopping for supplies, on Wednesday they prepared their products, and Thursday was the Business Fair! 100
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 24/07/2026Have an idea for a special fundraiser to support our general operating fund or a specific need in our programs? Don't hesitate to reach out- we love collaborating with our community! 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 24/07/2026Thank you to everyone who visited the Maplewood Raising Cane's last Friday and helped raise funds for youth summer camp fees! Special shout out to staff Jennifer, Emily, Laura, and Angela who sent in pictures! 200
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 23/07/2026We've got another exciting fundraiser coming up in 2 weeks! We are partnering with the Kendra Scott store at the Rosedale Center on Thursday, August 6! Join us in person 5-7 pm, or shop online at kendrascott.com and use code GIVEBACK-MFIUO for 20% of your purchase to support ENS! 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 20/07/2026Make sure the left side of the table says "08/28/2026, Friday" so that you're signing up for the right day. If a shift says it is full, but the person signed up is "Hamline Dining Hall/Emma Norton" please email our Volunteer Coordinator Mo Mayberry at mmayberry@emmanorton.org to claim that shift! 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 20/07/2026We are excited to share that we are again a partner with Hamline Dining Hall! We're also having a special volunteer day at the Dining Hall on Friday, 8/28, the second day of the fair! Use this link: www.signupgenius.com/go/409084EAB... to see available shifts. 100
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 16/07/2026Thank you to our friends from the Hennepin Avenue UMC's UWF for teaching a cooking class last week on making macaroni and cheese from scratch! This class was so popular that we finished cooking and clean up almost an hour earlier than scheduled! Many hands make both light work and tasty food! 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 09/07/2026Thank you to the volunteers and donors who helped make our 4th of July party so fun! 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 06/07/2026Thank you to the Chapel Choir from Downers Grove First UMC for coming to visit us last week! In the morning the choir took a tour of Restoring Waters, then helped us with sorting donations and in the afternoon they put on a free choir concert for our residents and our neighbors at Marvella! 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 29/06/2026We wanted to share a few highlight pictures from our Juneteenth and Graduation party we held at Emma's Place earlier this month! The whole community came together for grilling, games, face painting, balloon animals, and celebrating the academic achievements of the kids and youth in the community! 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 17/06/2026Thank you to our friends from Advent UMC Eagan, including board member Ann Girres for coming to Restoring Waters last week to host a cooking class! We had a great turnout for the stir fry cooking class, and a delicious and nutritious meal! 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 16/06/2026Please join us in thanking Tonya for her extraordinary service to Emma Norton and wishing her the best in her new role at Simpson Housing! 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 16/06/2026While Tonya will be missed at Emma Norton, we are excited for the next chapter in her life. Tonya will continue her commitment to ending homelessness as the new Executive Director of Simpson Housing in Minneapolis. She will continue to be a powerful advocate for housing justice in the Twin Cities. 110
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 16/06/2026Today we have bittersweet news to share. Our Executive Director, Tonya Brownlow, will be departing Emma Norton after 12 years of leadership. Since 2014 Tonya has guided this organization through a period of remarkable growth and transformation. Her impact is woven into every part of who we are today 100
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 03/06/2026Last month our Executive Director Tonya and Advancement Director Shawna attended the United Women in Faith’s National Assembly and presented on Restoring Waters and the Living Room. It was wonderful to connect with women leaders from around the country (and Globe!) looking to create positive change! 200
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 02/06/2026We have updated our in-kind donation needs list for the summer! This graphic has some of our top needs for the summer months like fans, sunscreen, sidewalk chalk and bubbles. For the whole list and other donation information please visit www.emmanorton.org/donate/ 010
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 01/06/2026We were so proud to be one of the many mental health and recovery resources at the Just Hope Hot Rods for Hope event last month! It was great to be a part of this combination fundraiser, car show, and fundraiser, and to have fun with the St. Paul recovery community! 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 01/05/2026If you're in Minnesota, you can visit our Living Room in person or via telehealth for FREE mental health support. Learn more at emmanorton.org/programs/liv... 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 29/04/20261. Share and/or comment on this post to help it get into more people's social feeds 2. Bid in the auction fire sale- we've got art, baskets, and a hair styling class, all for a fraction of their full value! secure.qgiv.com/event/odg26/... 3. Donate at secure.qgiv.com/event/odg26/...secure.qgiv.comOpening Doors Gala 2026 010
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 29/04/2026Thank you to everyone who supported the Opening Doors Gala- we are currently about 85% of the way to our fundraising goal! There are 3 ways you can help us reach our goal... 100
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 24/04/2026 We heard from many attendees that coming together to celebrate healing from trauma was in itself a healing experience- which is exactly what we hoped for. We couldn't have done it with out all of you. Thank you!secure.qgiv.comOpening Doors Gala 2026 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 24/04/2026We're still tabulating the numbers and getting pictures together, so we'll share a longer thank you next week, but we wanted to express right away how grateful we are. The last year has seen many challenges for Minnesota, and that made this year's Gala feel uniquely important.secure.qgiv.comOpening Doors Gala 2026 100
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 24/04/2026Thank you everyone who attended the Opening Doors Gala or donated in lieu of attendance last night, bid online in or donated to the silent auction, and/or helped us promote the Gala over the last few months. It was an amazing evening! 100
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 23/04/2026Thank you to WCCO & CBS News Minnesota for having us on with Nunnabove to talk about the Gala! We can't wait to celebrate with you all tonight! www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/vi...cbsnews.comEmma Norton Opening Doors Gala is coming soonThe program raises money to help provide housing, support and healing services for women and families in transition from homelessness, explain Shawna Nelsen-Wills with Emma Norton, and Cadence and Mat... 000
Emma Norton Services @emmanortonservices.bsky.social · 22/04/2026Tomorrow is the Opening Door's Gala! We wanted to give a special thank you to this year's Advocate Sponsor, Regions Hospital. We can't wait to celebrate with friends from Regions, and our entire community tomorrow. 000