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Aeon has developed more permanent (non-shelter, non-transitional) affordable apartment homes for homeless individuals than any other organization in the state.



Aeon news from 2009

Another chapter in a century-old house's life
12/30/2009
Aeon moved a century-old house this week to make way for a new construction. Together, the new building and renovated house will provide 61 affordable apartment homes for individuals experiencing homelessness.
Price Waterhouse Coopers holds holiday party for residents
12/23/2009
The smiles of many boys and girls were made brighter this holiday season because of volunteers from Price Waterhouse Coopers.
Construction begins on Alliance Addition
12/10/2009
Construction crews have begun to transform a surface parking lot into 61 affordable apartment homes for individuals who experienced homelessness.
The life they hoped for
11/25/2009
"I am blessed to have affordable housing," said Jama Abdullhi, a refugee who fled the unrest in Somalia and now lives at Chicago Avenue apartments.
Give to the Max on NOVEMBER 17 - and watch the impact of your gift go even further!
11/13/2009
Thank you to all those who gave gift to Aeon on Give to the Max day on November 17!
Pushing the envelope – for the good of the industry
11/11/2009
“Aeon pushes the green envelope not just for the sake of innovation, but to implement strategies that will move our industry forward to being as green and as sustainable as possible,” said Vice President of Housing Development Gina Ciganik.

“We’re minimizing the negative impact on the environment and maximizing the positive impact on our residents’ lives.”
Listen to a podcast about Ripley Gardens
11/04/2009
Listen to Project Manager Rosemary Dolata speak about the Ripley Gardens development in Minneapolis.
Partnering to help create homes
11/03/2009
Volunteers from Cummins Power Generation and several other businesses partnered with Aeon this fall to help create places that people will be proud to call home.
Supporters of Aeon's work gather to celebrate the groundbreaking of Renaissance Box
10/09/2009
Aeon Renaissance BoxAeon can't do its work alone. Renaissance Box's groundbreaking event gathered supporters and funders to celebrate  their collaborative efforts to create Aeon's first LEED Gold eligible development.
Connect holds happy hour with a purpose
9/30/2009
Nearly 70 young professionals gathered to network and support Aeon. The "happy hour with a purpose" gathered coats, hats and mittens that will help keep Aeon residents warm during the upcoming winter months.
Join us for the groundbreaking celebration of Renaissance Box!
9/28/2009
Aeon Renaissance BoxJoin Aeon on Thursday, October 8 as it celebrates the ground breaking of its second St. Paul property.
Clover Field Marketplace celebrates new playground
7/23/2009
Chaska officials and residents gathered at Clover Field Marketplace to celebrate a new playground, made possible by Ridgeview Medical Center and Ridgeview Foundation.
Celebrate the continued transformation of an urban intersection
4/29/2009
Join Aeon and Hope Community on May 12 to celebrate the grand opening of The Wellstone Apartments, the third phase of the Franklin Portland Gateway.

Supporting Aeon's mission at Beyond Bricks & Mortar
4/29/2009
"Your generosity is a beacon for the rest of the community," said Aeon Board Member Keith Simons at Aeon's Beyond Bricks & Mortar fundraising breakfast on April 29. More than 800 people gathered to hear how Aeon's mission provides a most basic, human need.
Check out our "My Home" music video!
4/29/2009
"My Home" debuted at Aeon's Beyond Bricks & Mortar breakfast on April 29!
Aeon thanks its volunteers!
4/20/2009
Aeon is celebrating National Volunteer Recognition Week April 19 - 25 and extends its gratitude to more than 1,000 volunteers who provided 5,800 hours of service last year.
The Wellstone featured on the Minneapolis & St. Paul Home Tour
4/19/2009
The Wellstone was featured as one of 60 homes on the Minneapolis & St. Paul Home Tour on April 25 - 26.
Community members gather for Alliance Addition groundbreaking
4/16/2009
"All the work these partnerships accomplish are about humanity and serving the needs of our community," said Minnesota Housing Commissioner Dan Bartholomay at the groundbreaking of Alliance Addition.
Aeon welcomes its first LEED professional
4/02/2009
Aeon is pleased to announce that one of its Housing Development project managers became Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) accredited.
Aeon president testifies at the Capitol
3/31/2009
Aeon President Alan Arthur recently testified at the Capitol in support of a bill that would expand the use of non-profit housing bonds.
Twin Cities jazz legend performs at Aeon's Annual Meeting & Celebration
3/25/2009
More than 190 people gathered for Aeon's 2009 Annual Meeting & Celebration where jazz legend Irv Williams and other resident musicians shared their talents.
Join us as Aeon breaks ground on the Alliance Addition
3/13/2009
Join Aeon on April 15 as it breaks ground on the Alliance Addition, an expansion of the award-winning Alliance Apartments in Minneapolis.
Join us for Aeon's annual meeting & celebration!
3/02/2009
Gather with Aeon staff, residents and board of directors for our annual meeting and celebration at 5 p.m. on March 24, 2009.
Aeon Welcomes New Chief Operating Officer
2/23/2009
Aeon welcomes Tom Nordyke as its Chief Operating Officer, a newly created position for the organization.
Housing experts gather to discuss affordable housing
2/12/2009
Housing advocates and experts gathered this month to examine strategies in building affordable, sustainable housing throughout the Twin Cities Region.
Touring The Wellstone Apartments: one of Minneapolis' newest community assets
1/29/2009
More than 30 people gathered recently to learn about Aeon's mission and tour The Wellstone Apartments. Mayor R.T. Rybak joined the group to show his support of Aeon's investment in the City of Minneapolis.
Now leasing: The Wellstone Apartments
1/28/2009
The Wellstone - Aeon's newest property - offers 49 apartment homes with a range of affordability, including market-rate apartments. Several apartments are still available. Contact the leasing office at 612-598-4323 for more information.
A renter falls victim to foreclosure
1/28/2009
Bette Gleason became homeless when the house she rented was foreclosed. 
Aeon sponsors an HOURCAR
1/01/2008
Committed to its core value of sustainabilty, Aeon has sponsored an HOURCAR. Learn more about this car-sharing program serving the Twin Cities.


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