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)

(651)293-1928

Fax

https://www.modelcities.org/shelter-housing/supportive-housing/

[email protected]

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

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

What's Here

Family Permanent Supportive Housing

Providing organization

Model Cities of Saint Paul

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