Solid Ground | Helping Families Build Strong Foundations

Solid Ground is an award winning nonprofit organization whose proven, holistic approach helps families build the strong foundations they need to emerge from homelessness into a brighter future. Learn more

SERVICES

Preventing and ending homelessness for families with children in the communities we serve through housing, resources, and opportunity.

Services for Families

At Solid Ground we help families and children break the cycle of homelessness and poverty.

If You Need Housing

Solid Ground receives referrals through Coordinated Entry systems in Ramsey and Washington Counties. Learn more on programs and eligibility.

Volunteer

Each year, hundreds of volunteers work together with Solid Ground to help prevent and end homelessness for families in this community. Ready to join us?

Donate

Solid Ground helps break the cycle of homelessness and poverty for the next generation. There are many ways you can support the families at Solid Ground!

Through safe, affordable housing and innovative supportive programming, Solid Ground helps families break the cycle of homelessness and poverty for the next generation. Solid Ground currently runs eight programs in suburban Ramsey and Washington Counties serving over 1,633 individuals annually.

Latest News & Events

All Roads Lead to Home: A Family’s Journey with Solid Ground

October 20, 2026

When Sarah and Justin came to Solid Ground with their children in 2021, they were ready for a new beginning. Their family had experienced significant challenges, including addiction and the loss of both of their parents to addiction. “Before Solid Ground, life was really tough,” Sarah shares. “Solid Ground definitely made our recovery more possible with the stability, the resources,…

Maxwell’s Story

July 17, 2026

Maxwell, a single father of three children, ages 9, 3, and 2, reached out to Solid Ground for assistance. He had been approved for an apartment and had paid the application and holding fees himself. He had also just started a full-time job but would not receive his first paycheck until after his scheduled move-in date. He needed the money…

Gabby’s Story, Breakfast Speaker 2026

May 20, 2026

“I’m standing here today because of Solid Ground and because of the people in this room who believe that every family deserves a safe place to call home.” Gabby, a lifelong resident of St. Paul, stands as an example of how community support can transform lives. Her journey has been far from easy. Eight years ago, the father of Gabby’s children…