Catholic Charities of St. Paul and Minneapolis

Name

Catholic Charities of St. Paul and Minneapolis

Legal name

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis

Website

https://cctwincities.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1869

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Human and Social Services

NAICS

Temporary Shelters (624221), Community Housing Services (62422), Emergency and Other Relief Services (624230), Religious Organizations (8131), Other Residential Care Facilities (6239)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Nursing & Personal Care Facilities (8050)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Based Social Services & Community Outreach (Food Pantries, Shelters, Counseling) (BPAGAJAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Housing Assistance & Homeless Services (BPAGAEAB), Community Centers & Neighborhood Support Services (BPAGAEAL), Youth Housing, Foster Care & Wraparound Support (Education-Linked) Nonprofits (BPAGADAO), Affordable/Subsidized Independent Living (HUD/LIHTC) Communities (HLADAAAB)

Keywords

• Emergency shelter services
• Affordable housing programs
• Aging disability services
• Homeless services
• Nonprofit social services

Headquarters

HQ city

Minneapolis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices15 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual and Corporate Donations: Private donations from individuals and corporations funded 32% of operations in 2023. Includes donor-advised fund giving, corporate and foundation giving, IRA charitable rollover, matching gifts, estate and planned giving, stocks and mutual funds, and in-kind donations.
2. Government Contracts and Grants: State grants from Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) Homelessness, Housing and Support Services Administration (HHSSA), Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF). Includes funding for housing with supports, homeless youth programs, emergency services, and shelter-linked mental health.
3. Fees for Services: Revenue from fees for service programs including care management services billed to medical insurance providers (Medica, Blue Cross Blue Shield), and Hennepin and Ramsey counties for case management contracts.
4. Investment Revenue: Investment income used to cover budget shortfalls ($6,439,449 shortfall covered by investment income in FY2024).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Catholic Charities Twin Cities delivers a continuum of human services to vulnerable populations across the Twin Cities metro, including adult emergency shelters (Higher Ground Saint Paul and Minneapolis), daytime opportunity centers with meals and showers, medical respite and recuperative care, nearly 1,000 units of permanent supportive housing across multiple residences, aging and disability in-home care management, child development and mental health services, youth shelter and housing, family shelter, coordinated housing intake, diversion services, and community education. Services are provided free or heavily subsidized to clients regardless of faith or background, funded by donations, government grants, and fee-for-service contracts.

Product overview

Catholic Charities Twin Cities operates as a comprehensive human services organization offering a continuum of care across the Twin Cities metro area. The portfolio includes adult emergency shelters (Higher Ground Saint Paul and Minneapolis shelters, opportunity centers, and medical respite/recuperative care programs), deeply affordable permanent supportive housing (multiple residences including Higher Ground, Endeavors, Evergreen, Glenwood, Dorothy Day, St. Anthony, and St. Paul residences totaling nearly 1,000 units), aging and disability services (care management and Homeless Elders Program), children and family services (child development center, children's day treatment, youth shelter, youth housing, family shelter, and coordinated access), community education programs, and diversion/intake services. The organization is structured around four direct service divisions: Housing and Emergency Services, Aging and Disability Services, and Children and Families Services, all supported by shared administrative functions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Higher Ground Saint Paul Shelter Overnight emergency shelter providing 172 men's beds and 60 women's beds with case management and social services, located at the Dorothy Day Place campus in downtown St. Paul. Includes showers, meals, and collaboration with Ramsey County.
• Higher Ground Minneapolis Shelter Adult facility in Minneapolis offering 125 no-fee shelter spaces plus 80 Pay-for-Stay beds, with Hennepin County social services, meals, showers, lockers, and housing case managers on site.
• Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation Saint Paul Opportunity Center Integrated one-stop location in downtown St. Paul connecting adults to meals, showers, laundry, mail service, physical and mental health care, employment training, housing services, and access to benefits.
• Mary F. Frey Opportunity Center Daytime services in Minneapolis connecting adults with medical and mental health care, breakfast and lunch, showers, internet access, laundry, and employment counseling.
• Higher Ground Saint Paul Medical Respite Place of healing for homeless adults too injured or sick for shelter or street but not sick enough for the hospital. Nurses and case managers help patients follow discharge instructions and connect to housing.
• Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation Recuperative Care Center Short-term respite for people experiencing homelessness needing additional recovery time after hospital discharge, including private/semi-private bedrooms, three hot meals daily, and nursing support.
• Higher Ground Minneapolis Residence Permanent supportive housing for 85 single adults, veterans, and people with complex medical conditions, co-located with the Higher Ground Minneapolis Shelter.
• Endeavors Residence Permanent supportive housing for 173 single adults, veterans, and people with complex medical conditions, offering efficiency, single room occupancy, and Board and Lodge units.
• Evergreen Residence Housing for single adults offering 88 units of deeply affordable, permanent single-room occupancy housing in Hennepin County, with on-site medical clinic, mental health referrals, and peer support resources.
• Glenwood Residence Managed alcohol program offering 80 units of deeply affordable housing for people with alcohol use disorders who have not found success with traditional treatment, using a harm-reduction model with on-site medical clinic.
• Higher Ground Saint Paul Residence Permanent supportive housing for 183 single adults, veterans, and people with complex medical conditions, co-located with the Higher Ground Saint Paul Shelter.
• Dorothy Day Residence Permanent supportive housing for 177 single adults with 77 efficiency apartments and 100 single room occupancy units, including an on-site Minnesota Community Care Clinic.
• St. Anthony Residence Managed Alcohol program offering 60 units of permanent supportive housing for men with alcohol use disorders who have not found success with traditional chemical dependency treatment programs.
• St. Paul Residence Permanent supportive housing for 60 single men with on-site case management, single occupancy rooms, shared bathrooms and kitchens, computer lab, and 24/7 front desk service.
• Housing First (Scattered-Site Housing) Scattered-site program helping people experiencing homelessness secure and maintain housing in apartments throughout Minneapolis and Saint Paul through outreach, post-placement services, and ongoing case management.
• Aging & Disability Care Management In-home intensive care management for older adults and people living with disabilities in Ramsey and Hennepin counties. Professional care managers assess needs, develop care plans, coordinate services, and advocate on behalf of clients; 96% of older adult clients stayed in the home of their choice in 2023.
• Homeless Elders Program Intensive case management and advocacy for vulnerable elders experiencing homelessness (60+ or 55+ if Native American) in Hennepin and Ramsey counties; more than 300 seniors have moved into permanent housing through the program since 2023.
• Northside Child Development Center Learning center in North Minneapolis for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years providing early education, preschool, school readiness, and before/after school care using evidence-based practices.
• Children's Day Treatment Year-round mental health program for children in grades K-8 to build social, emotional, and behavioral skills and support academic growth, including skills development, therapy, and family support.
• Hope Street Youth Shelter Emergency shelter for young people ages 18-24 offering safe housing and holistic care with a trauma-informed approach for 30-90 days while youth work to secure permanent housing. Largest youth shelter in Minnesota.
• Youth Permanent Supportive Housing Scattered-site housing support and case management for disabled, homeless youth ages 18-24 and single-parent households in Minneapolis.
• Hennepin County Shelter Hotline Hotline staffed by trained diversion professionals to help Hennepin County residents access emergency shelter, mediation, housing options, and resources; served 5,861 households in FY2024 with a 33% diversion success rate.
• Family Service Center Up to 120 consecutive nights of shelter for 21 Ramsey County families, including meals, health services, activities for children, and housing and employment search assistance.
• Coordinated Access to Housing and Shelter (CAHS) Coordinated entry assessments for families experiencing homelessness in Ramsey County, including housing referrals, community referrals, problem-solving conversations, and system navigation; accessed by phone (651-215-2262) or email.
• Community Education Educational experiences including experiential learning tools/simulations, in-person workshops, and education sessions that engage community members on issues of poverty and homelessness.
• Diversion Program Person-centered approach helping Hennepin County residents facing housing emergencies explore options before accessing emergency shelter, including stipends for security deposits, rent, and family reunification expenses.

Quantifiable outcome

• 96% of older adult clients able to stay in home of their choice and delay entrance to assisted living facilities (2023)
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• Hennepin CountycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023County government partner funding the Shelter Hotline Diversion program ($6.4M+ in services in FY2024). Also funds housing case management, coordinated entry, and healthcare for the homeless services. Commissioner Marion Greene visited to learn about Diversion program.
• Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrimary government funder providing grants for homelessness, housing and support services through HHSSA. Funds programs including Housing with Supports for Adults with Serious Mental Illness, Homeless Youth Act, Emergency Services Program, and PATH.
• Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState agency providing Youth Intervention Programs (YIP) funding for children and family services.
• Ramsey CountycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty partner for Family Service Center, Coordinated Access to Housing and Shelter (CAHS), and shelter services. Ramsey County Shelter Entry & Diversion Team handles shelter bed reservations for Higher Ground Saint Paul.
• Medica and Blue Cross Blue ShieldcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealth insurance providers with care management contracts for Aging and Disability Services. Medical insurance billed for mental health services and transportation at Children's Day Treatment.
• Catholic Charities USAmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational membership organization - one of the largest private networks of social services providers in the country. Catholic Charities Twin Cities is a member with access to resources, best practices, and collective advocacy.
• Minnesota Community CaremajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare provider with clinic on-site at Dorothy Day Residence providing primary care services to residents.
• Hennepin County Healthcare for the HomelessmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare services provided at Higher Ground Minneapolis through partnerships with hospital systems. Medical respite programs partner with hospitals for post-discharge care.
• AmeriCorpscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFederal service program partnership to increase organizational capacity. Open positions include Heading Home Corp Housing Navigator, Recovery Navigator, and Opioid Response Project Coordinator.
• Veterans AffairsmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVeterans services integrated into shelter and housing programs. Access to Veterans benefits available at opportunity centers.
• United Way 2-1-1coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReferral partner for emergency services. Callers outside hotline hours directed to United Way 211 for assistance.
• Youth Services NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOnline platform for youth shelter availability and resources. Contact for Hope Street Youth Shelter placements.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Our Saviour's Housing: Minneapolis nonprofit offering emergency shelter, supportive housing, and case management for adults experiencing homelessness; directly overlapping service population and geographic footprint in Minneapolis.
• Aeon: Twin Cities nonprofit affordable housing developer and property manager; directly comparable to Catholic Charities' ~1,000-unit affordable housing portfolio and LIHTC-funded development model.
• Simpson Housing Services: Minneapolis-based nonprofit providing emergency shelter, transitional housing, and permanent supportive housing for people experiencing homelessness; operates in the same Twin Cities continuum of care and competes for similar county contracts.
• St. Stephen's Human Services: Minneapolis nonprofit providing shelter, housing, and outreach to people experiencing homelessness; directly competes for Hennepin County funding and serves overlapping client populations in the Twin Cities.
• Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota: Minnesota-wide faith-affiliated nonprofit providing housing, refugee services, older adult services, and community-based programs; directly competes with Catholic Charities Twin Cities for government contracts and donor support in the same Twin Cities metro market.
• People Serving People: Largest family-focused emergency shelter in Minnesota located in Minneapolis; directly comparable to Catholic Charities' Family Service Center in serving homeless families with children.
• Salvation Army Northern Division: Faith-based social services nonprofit operating emergency shelters, housing, and food programs across Minnesota including the Twin Cities; directly comparable service mix and funding sources.
• Emma Norton Services: St. Paul-based nonprofit providing housing and supportive services for women, families, and individuals transitioning from homelessness; comparable scope in Ramsey County.

Broad incumbents

• Catholic Charities USA: National membership organization of Catholic Charities agencies; Catholic Charities Twin Cities is a member. Provides national advocacy, best practices, and benchmarking across all Catholic Charities affiliates.

Regional players

• Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative: Minnesota-based interfaith collaborative operating emergency shelters and supportive housing across the metro; comparable service model with multi-faith partnership structure.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/cctwincitiesorg
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/cctwincities
• Facebookfacebook.com/CatholicCharitiesTwinCities
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/896900
• Instagraminstagram.com/cctwincities

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

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