Who We Serve
Sabathani Housing Services assists residents of Hennepin County who:
- Are unable to pay their rent, mortgage, or utilities.
- Are currently unhoused.
Our Programs
Explore the housing services we offer, each tailored to meet specific needs, with varying eligibility requirements, services, and resources. Click on the program titles below to learn more about the support available.
Helps prevent homelessness by offering:
- Direct referrals from individuals via email or phone.
- Referrals from Hennepin County via the RentHelp system.
Eligibility:
- Must live in Hennepin County, preferably near the 38th Street corridor.
- Household income must be below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG).
- Support is limited monthly. If we’re unable to assist, referrals are made to other providers.
Income Guidelines (200% FPG):
Household Size | Annual Income | Monthly Income* |
1 Person | $39,900 | $2,660 |
2 People | $43,200 | $3,607 |
3 People | $54,640 | $4,554 |
4 People | $66,000 | $5,500 |
5 People | $77,360 | $6,447 |
6 People | $88,720 | $7,394 |
7 People | $100,080 | $8,340 |
8 People | $111,440 | $9,287 |
9 People | $122,800 | $10,234 |
10 People | $134,160 | $11,180 |
Each additional person: $947/month
Apply for Prevention Assistance
If you are in need of prevention assistance, click here to apply.
Supports youth aged 16–24 who are referred through Coordinated Entry.
Services Include:
- Assistance obtaining and maintaining housing.
- Ongoing case management.
- Maintaining and increasing financial stability.
- Improving social connection.
For chronically homeless adults who:
- Have been homeless for 12+ months OR homeless 4 times in 3 years (totaling 12+ months).
- Are referred through Coordinated Entry.
Services Include:
- Subsidized rental assistance.
- Help obtaining and maintaining housing.
- Ongoing case management.
Helping families with school-age children stay housed and stable.
The School to Housing (STH) program supports families who are at risk of homelessness or currently experiencing housing instability. We currently serve families in Bloomington and Richfield school districts.
We can only take clients into our STH program through referral from schools.
You may qualify if you:
- Are at or below 30% of the Area Median Income (AMI)
- Are doubled up or living in your own unit
- Have past-due rent or utility bills
- Have school-age children enrolled in one of the eligible school districts
Services Include:
- Rental and utility assistance
- Housing placement support
- Ongoing case management
How to Apply
- Check Your Eligibility
Ensure you have school-age children enrolled in one of the eligible districts and meet the income and housing criteria listed above. - Visit the RentHelp Webpage
Go to: renthelphennepin.hdsallita.com/home - Apply for Assessment
Select the “Apply for Assessment” option to begin the process.
Note: Sabathani accepts participants into the STH program through referrals from school social workers.
Get Support or Make a Referral
Need help paying rent, mortgage or utilities?
If you are in need of prevention assistance, click below to fill out our pre-screening form.
If you have additional questions? Please email prevention@sabathani.webaloolabs.com.
Currently unhoused?
If you are in need of shelter, please use the following resources:
- Hennepin Shelter Hotline: 612-204-8200 (Best number for immediate shelter needs)
- Adult Shelter Connect: 612-248-2350 (For referrals only)
- HB101.org: Visit HB101.org for a comprehensive list of resources, including numbers to call based on your specific needs and location within Minnesota
About Sabathani Housing Services
At Sabathani, we believe housing is the foundation for stability and well-being. Our Housing Services program is built on compassion, experience, and a trauma-informed approach. Guided by Kelina Morgan and her team, we work alongside individuals to navigate housing instability.
As a Black-led and founded organization, we address systemic disparities in housing and homelessness, especially among African Americans, who make up 70% of the unhoused population despite being 12% of the community.
Our vision is to end homelessness along the 38th Street corridor by providing holistic support that helps individuals and families achieve self-sufficiency.
Support Our Housing Services Clients
Help Sabathani Housing Services provide essential items for individuals and families experiencing housing instability. Our Amazon Wishlist includes items currently needed to support the people we serve.