https://www.onwardep.org/stories daily 0.75 2022-12-01 https://www.onwardep.org/stories/anna monthly 0.5 2022-12-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5edfa9439cd864409555ead0/7fba333a-7a02-474c-b277-6a1c36b45def/2022+appeal+social+media+girl+in+sweater.jpg Enter Resident Stories - Onward is here for young people like Anna - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.onwardep.org/blogs daily 0.75 2026-05-14 https://www.onwardep.org/blogs/inside-onward-house monthly 0.5 2026-05-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5edfa9439cd864409555ead0/1704992554004-TRAWOV8S794LITD4JI3S/Headshot%2B2023_2.jpg Enter Blog Posts here - Inside Onward House: Reflections from our Open House - Make it stand out By Tricia Wright executive director https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5edfa9439cd864409555ead0/1778775567152-BDK45XBB3A75YYW6ZHDO/IMG_0846.jpeg Enter Blog Posts here - Inside Onward House: Reflections from our Open House - Onward House Since opening in 2018, Onward House has provided stable housing and support to young adults experiencing homelessness or housing instability. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5edfa9439cd864409555ead0/1778776190533-TW146UXRYNTS4FMIC821/IMG_0850.jpg Enter Blog Posts here - Inside Onward House: Reflections from our Open House - Welcome to Onward House The front entrance to Onward House welcomes young adults into a safe, stable, and supportive place to live, learn, and build independence. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5edfa9439cd864409555ead0/1778776371965-QHSKTMWKM7LJZ4H41G2I/Living+room+facing+Deck.jpg Enter Blog Posts here - Inside Onward House: Reflections from our Open House - A welcoming shared living space The main living room is designed to feel warm, comfortable, and welcoming for residents and guests alike. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5edfa9439cd864409555ead0/1778776589732-4M4CVDKCC0EI3P12M7BX/Dining+Room+looking+into+Living+room.jpg Enter Blog Posts here - Inside Onward House: Reflections from our Open House - Shared spaces for community and connection Shared spaces throughout Onward House are designed to help residents feel comfortable, connected, and at home while building community with one another. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5edfa9439cd864409555ead0/1778776443510-QN48GLFC8EFFF9CUTAT7/Art+corner.jpg Enter Blog Posts here - Inside Onward House: Reflections from our Open House - A space for creativity and self-expression This creative corner gives residents a space to express themselves, make art, and share pieces of their creativity throughout the home. 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History Onward Eden Prairie is a grassroots organization. Immanuel Lutheran Church, the Eden Prairie AM and Noon Rotary Clubs, City of Eden Prairie staff and elected leaders were early collaborators. They worked together to bring this nonprofit to life. https://www.onwardep.org/resources daily 0.75 2024-03-04 https://www.onwardep.org/news daily 0.75 2025-12-10 https://www.onwardep.org/housing daily 0.75 2025-11-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5edfa9439cd864409555ead0/1591999730227-WUYZJXXLY17G7T2VJIFZ/living+room+up.jpg Housing Living room with dark green couch and loveseat, wooden coffee table, side table with lamp, and decorative pillows on hardwood floor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5edfa9439cd864409555ead0/1591999729443-NCO2MSOIKW4JIO1DWIDY/entry.jpg Housing Interior view with a dark wooden console table featuring a white orchid plant in a black vase, papers, a "Be Happy" sign, tall floor lamp, and a wall mirror. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5edfa9439cd864409555ead0/1591999732191-1BT3SJ21UOPZOHTVQR04/dining.jpg Housing Wooden dining table with four chairs in a kitchen or dining room setting. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5edfa9439cd864409555ead0/1591999724829-JBDR6NSECYGLGSLRFZ50/cupboards.jpg Housing Open kitchen cabinet with cups, mugs, saucers, plates, plastic cups, stainless steel travel mugs, and glass tumblers neatly organized on shelves. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5edfa9439cd864409555ead0/1591999725213-VSTCCFN0G1HKW84SQQRQ/stove.jpg Housing Kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white electric stove, microwave, countertop utensils, and tile backsplash. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5edfa9439cd864409555ead0/1591999729912-MMOJMPRABN7EK9P1DA81/lower+level+sectional.jpg Housing Living room with black leather sectional sofa, two colorful striped pillows, a floor lamp, wooden side table, large windows, and a decorative rug. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5edfa9439cd864409555ead0/1591999728104-Z2JSC6QYRWC7670CYDAM/lower+level.jpg Housing Cozy living room with a white brick fireplace, two teal chairs, a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a beige rug. A shelf on the fireplace holds decorative items including jars and flowers. Two windows allow natural light to enter. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5edfa9439cd864409555ead0/1591999727906-2LR0PT4M1PE8FXQY3RJ4/laundry+room.jpg Housing Laundry room with washing machine, dryer, countertop with detergent, sink, and window blinds. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5edfa9439cd864409555ead0/1591999730261-87FBLMR7SKLN7ZCGGTSW/office+desk.jpg Housing Black desk with black office chair, small stack of books, and metallic trash bin on hardwood floor in corner of room. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5edfa9439cd864409555ead0/1591999731484-C7W5N129BL3BAXTWKUPY/unit+4.jpg Housing Bedroom with bed, gray bedding, patterned chair, side table, lamp, carpet, wood paneling, blinds. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5edfa9439cd864409555ead0/1591999732632-M8RGCRKYQFH25DGFZQH8/unit+3.2.jpg Housing Bedroom with wood paneling, queen-size bed with gray quilt, nightstand with lamp, and floor lamp. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5edfa9439cd864409555ead0/1591999732882-ILSMXGWOQJ3AOX5V67LO/unit+3.jpg Housing Bedroom with wooden dresser, mirror, bed with gray comforter, and bedside lamp. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5edfa9439cd864409555ead0/1593633827258-6JBDKO0HA9DMFB89CO7U/Woman+giving+money+to+homeless+person Housing - Fact Young adults who are homeless are at a high risk of becoming adults who are homeless. 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