Ivy House Online Fundraiser

Dear Friends,

I'm emailing you today to let you know that the Southern Minnesota Crisis Nursery has reopened our doors to assist families in need during the Pandemic Crisis. 

We've spent our time while closed developing thoughtful policies to ensure staff and client safety, but we feel that we must remain open as long as we are able to during this uncertain time. 

Families will be using our services for different reasons during this time. We are committed to ensuring a safe space for children during quarantine and the increased stress that this situation can create. In addition, we seek to be an option for safe, reliable childcare for essential workers.

We want to thank all of you for your kind words and support during this time. Unfortunately, due to the pandemic, we've already had to cancel two important fundraisers. To make matters worse, the new situation in which we find ourselves means that each hour of care we provide costs much more to provide.

This means that for the time being, SMNCN’s childcare services will only be available from Friday to Sunday. Our Crisis Line and Family Advocacy services will continue to operate 24/7.  

Fortunately, there’s a solution: SMNCN will be holding a virtual fundraiser for from May 1-8, Hosted by GiveMN. Even better, The Otto Bremer Trust will DOUBLE any contribution you make up to $10,000 during the month of May.  

We thank you for your vital support!