Dakota Woodlands

Dakota Woodlands is the only shelter for families experiencing homelessness in Dakota County. Our primary goal is to help families secure and maintain permanent, supportive housing by providing access to resources, education, and support. 

This year, our goal is to raise $10,000 to replace worn beds at Dakota Woodlands — so every family who arrives here has a soft place to land and a safe night’s sleep. And right now, your gift goes twice as far.

Your donation today will be doubled to provide twice the comfort and care. And right now, your gift goes twice as far. Thanks to a generous donor, every gift is matched dollar for dollar, up to $5,000:

$50 becomes $100 → Fresh bedding 

$150 becomes $300 → A new mattress for a toddler 

$300 becomes $600 → Two full bed setups for children 

$500 becomes $1,000 → New beds for a family of four  

It’s a powerful time to give — and a beautiful way to support families who deserve a soft place to land. Because housing is a human right. 

Let’s provide a soft landing for families who need it most.