Vail Communities

11/05/2026

Dear Partners, Donors, Vail Supporters, and Community Stakeholders,

We are reaching out to share an important and difficult update regarding Vail Communities’ Clubhouse program and the decisions that we have made about its future. We recently received notification of the intent to negotiate a contract with Vail Communities from DHS, for a Community-based Peer-Supported Drop-in Center. While this is a positive development, the proposed funding would only partially support the operations of one of our Clubhouses over a three-year period.

Additionally, we received notification from Ramsey County that our RFP proposal to secure funding for Ramco was not selected. This is a significant loss of anticipated funding and further limits our ability to maintain our existing operations and current Clubhouse structure.

Following an extensive review of available funding opportunities and the long-term sustainability of our Clubhouse programs, Vail has had to make the difficult decision to close our Uptown Minneapolis Clubhouse. We recognize the significant impact that this program has had on its Members, staff, partners, and the broader Minneapolis community, and we are deeply saddened by the circumstances that have led us here. To read the full announcement, please visit: https://vailcommunities.org/media-news.

11/04/2026

Halloween is always a blast at the Clubhouse! Enjoy these spooktacular pictures from our Halloween parties last Friday.🎃

11/02/2026

With Early Giving for Give to the Max now open, we wanted to highlight each program here at Vail. This week, we're starting with our incredible Housing division!🏠Our housing programs operate with a "housing-first approach," helping individuals and families achieve housing stability. A stable home often leads to secured employment, better child behavior outcomes, fewer school absences, and greater likelihood of disrupting the cycle of housing instability for future generations.

Because of generous donations, our Housing team is able to broaden their impact and serve more community members! In 2026, we expanded our Rapid Rehousing and Talle Rent Assistance Programs, resulting in an increased number of households who have secured new move-ins. On January 1st, 2027, we'll be launching our Housing-Focused Case Management program, which will assign actively homeless individuals to a case manager to support them in goal planning, financial aid, and navigation to housing stability.

This year, support the incredible work our Housing team is doing by Giving to the Max. Early Giving is now open—can we count on your support? Donate here: https://www.givemn.org/organization/Vail-Place.

11/01/2026

It's time to GIVE TO THE MAX! You heard Richard—if you've got an itch, it's time to give a stitch! This year's theme, "Minnesota Stitched," represents all the ways Minnesotans come together to support one another. Through our life-saving programs and services, Vail Communities creates hope and healing for so many—but we can't do it without you!

With your help, mental health recovery becomes possible for the communities we serve. Early Giving is now open. Can we count on your support today? Donate here: https://www.givemn.org/organization/Vail-Place.

10/31/2026

Early Giving OPENS TOMORROW for Give to the Max! This year, we hope you'll consider giving to Vail Communities. Your gift is more than just a donation; it's a commitment to mental health recovery and healing.

Every dollar supports adults living with mental illness in our Clubhouse, Targeted Case Management, and Housing programs. Your gift provides a thread of hope to an individual struggling. To donate or to learn more, scan the QR code or visit: https://www.givemn.org/organization/Vail-Place.

10/28/2026

Still smiling from our 2026 Autumn Gala!🙂💫Thank you to everyone who played a part in it. Whether you volunteered, sponsored, attended, or supported from afar, you make our community so special!

10/26/2026

10/23/2026

"More than a resource for those living with mental illness, the Clubhouse model is a quiet beacon in our collective search for health and wholeness."

Rebecca Krill, MD, is a Minneapolis-based pediatric psychiatrist and department chair for HealthPartners and Park Nicollet outpatient mental health department. She's also a Board Member for Vail Communities. From the moment she first encountered Clubhouse, she knew its importance and power in the healing of so many. Read the full article here: https://opmed.doximity.com/articles/are-clubhouses-the-key-to-solving-the-mental-health-crisis.

10/21/2026

A few Fridays ago in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, our RamCo Clubhouse held a drum circle. Known as a "bomba," this Puerto Rican event is meant for healing and is often performed for people who are grieving.

The word "bomba" means to "cool your spirit," and one of the elements involved is "youba" which is to "expel energy." Thank you to everyone who joined, drummed, and participated!🥁

10/19/2026

✨Save the date!✨Give to the Max Day is just a MONTH away, and Early Giving begins on Nov. 1st! GTM Day is the perfect time to support Vail Communities and our mission.

This year's theme is "Minnesota Stitched," representing the ways Minnesotans come together--thread by thread--to support one another. To learn more, scan the QR code or visit: https://www.givemn.org/organization/Vail-Place.