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Sankofa Supportive Housing - Model Cities of Saint Paul

839 University Avenue West, Saint Paul, MN 55104

Eligibility

Youth and young adults ages 17 - 25 who are either pregnant or parenting a child under the age of three years old and have lacked a permanent place to live continuously for a year or more, or at least four times in the past three years

Required documents

Application/registration form birth certificate drivers license picture ID proof of household income Social Security card/number state ID

Hours

- Office: 8 am - 5 pm Monday - Friday - United Way 211 Coordinated Access Pre-Screen: 24 hours/7 days a week
(651)291-0211

Voice - Intake Coordinated Access Prescreening (CAHS)

211

Voice - Intake Coordinated Access Prescreening (CAHS)

https://www.modelcities.org/shelter-housing/supportive-housing/
[email protected]

Interpretation services

Interpreters available

Application process

Call United Way 211 for a pre-screen to access the Ramsey County Coordinated Access to Housing and Shelter (CAHS). Pre-screens are provided by United Way 211 and are available 24 hours/7 days a week by dialing 211 or (651)291-0211.

Fees

- Housing cost is subsidized by Project-based Section 8, therefore, tenants are responsible for monthly rental payments equivalent to 30 percent of their monthly income. Remaining rental payments are made by St. Paul PHA. - The first month's rent and security deposit (equivalent to the first month's rent) are due upon move-in. This can be paid by a third party on behalf of the tenant.

Service area

Ramsey County, MN

Other Information

Program Fees

Sliding Scale/Reduced Fee

Description

Provides permanent supportive housing for youth and young adults who are pregnant or parenting, services include an individualized service plan. Individualized service plans may include: - Community building activities - Crisis intervention - Chemical health support - Life skills classes - Individual and group counseling - Job readiness and skills training - Parenting education

Last Assured

12/01/2025

Providing organization

Model Cities of Saint Paul

Promotes social and economic prosperity by providing access to opportunities that stabilize and develop families and communities