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Statement regarding Burnsville domestic violence killings

2024-02-19T14:37:02-06:00

Statement regarding Burnsville domestic violence killings Domestic violence has claimed more lives in our community, leaving us heartbroken and grieving. 360 Communities extends its heartfelt condolences to the families of the first responders killed Sunday. Officers Paul Elmstrand and Matthew Ruge, and firefighter/paramedic Adam Finseth made the ultimate sacrifice. Sgt. Adam Medlicott is recovering [...]

Statement regarding Burnsville domestic violence killings2024-02-19T14:37:02-06:00

A year of growth and impact

2023-12-18T15:39:29-06:00

2023 A year of growth and impact In 2023, 360 Communities experienced remarkable growth. Our commitment to fiscal responsibility shone through as we navigated an 18% increase in individuals seeking services. This translates to a striking 47% rise in households served. More than 98% of those served had household incomes below 200% of the [...]

A year of growth and impact2023-12-18T15:39:29-06:00

A safe pathway for a survivor and her family

2023-12-20T14:45:29-06:00

360 Communities Lewis House: A safe pathway for a survivor and her family For Charlene, the abuse was physical, mental, and emotional. Her ex-husband inflicted beatings that escalated over time and resulted in severe injuries, including a miscarriage. She knew she needed to escape, but that would not be easy. Legal constraints, financial insecurity, [...]

A safe pathway for a survivor and her family2023-12-20T14:45:29-06:00

Getting help and giving hope – a 360 Communities story

2023-12-18T17:55:35-06:00

Getting help and giving hope: a 360 Communities story Melinda M is the first person in her family to graduate from college, earning her criminal justice degree with honors. She has worked as a correctional officer at Minnesota’s only women’s prison. Melinda is also a domestic violence survivor. These experiences have armed her with [...]

Getting help and giving hope – a 360 Communities story2023-12-18T17:55:35-06:00

Louise Evans retires

2023-12-18T16:51:07-06:00

Louise Evans delivered 25 years of advocacy during her 360 Communities career The closing of our Hastings Lewis House coincided with the sunset of an impactful career. For more than two decades, Advocate Louise Evans has been the guiding light for those navigating the darkest of times, offering unwavering support, a compassionate ear, and [...]

Louise Evans retires2023-12-18T16:51:07-06:00

Closing Hastings Lewis House

2023-12-31T08:46:45-06:00

Closing the doors of our Hastings Lewis House shelter For over two decades, 360 Communities has operated two shelters for victims of domestic and sexual violence in Dakota County. In November, we were forced to close our Lewis House shelter in Hastings. We could not operate two shelters due to the stagnant nature of [...]

Closing Hastings Lewis House2023-12-31T08:46:45-06:00

Creative ways to support the mission

2023-12-19T12:21:07-06:00

Creative ways to support the mission Community members, young and old, supported 360 Communities with financial gifts, volunteer hours, and creativity this past year. Their contributions lie at the heart of our mission and bolster our impact in the community. Volunteers bring passion and expertise, amplifying our reach and effectiveness. Meanwhile, donations fuel our [...]

Creative ways to support the mission2023-12-19T12:21:07-06:00

360 Communities to close Hastings Lewis House

2023-10-12T16:01:55-05:00

360 Communities to close Hastings Lewis House 360 Communities will close its Lewis House domestic and sexual violence shelter in Hastings and reduce staffing in its violence prevention and intervention program by mid-November 2023. “Resource constraints led us to this difficult decision,” says 360 Communities President & CEO Jeff Mortensen. “Unfortunately, at a time [...]

360 Communities to close Hastings Lewis House2023-10-12T16:01:55-05:00

Laniado embraces role of 360 Communities Board Chair

2023-11-07T17:32:48-06:00

Laniado Embraces Role of Board Chair Hannah Laniado says taking on the role of Board Chair on the 360 Communities Board of Directors was an easy decision.  “360 Communities is one of the most impactful and inspiring organizations I have ever had the privilege to be connected with,” she says. “I’m deeply committed to [...]

Laniado embraces role of 360 Communities Board Chair2023-11-07T17:32:48-06:00

Embracing diversity to build a more prosperous future for all

2023-09-19T07:50:59-05:00

Embracing diversity to build a more prosperous future for all A message from Jeff Mortensen, President & CEO 360 Communities’ 90 staff and 1,000 volunteers courageously walk alongside more than 15,000 people every year. Learning from this collective strength, wisdom, and feedback, 360 Communities adjusts and improves programming to build a strong organization that delivers [...]

Embracing diversity to build a more prosperous future for all2023-09-19T07:50:59-05:00
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