Volunteer Spotlight: Hearts Broken Eyes Open

Haven Housing couldn’t function without the gift of time and energy from our amazing volunteers. We are grateful for Kristin Gifford and the organization she leads, Hearts Broken Eyes Open (HBEO), an open and affirming collective of friends in the Twin Cities committed to pursuing social change and racial justice together through learning, healing, and service. In the aftermath of George Floyd's murder, what had been a small, casual Bible study group, turned into an active, growing group committed to justice and seeking ways to dismantle racism in the local community. After learning more about our mission at Haven Housing, volunteers with Hearts Broken Eyes Open hosted an interactive blanket drive. Soon after, the group began hosting a monthly Sunday meal for St. Anne’s palace emergency family shelter guests. They have been purchasing and delivering these monthly dinners for more than a year! In addition, HBEO has organized volunteers to help with an annual back-to-school event and an evening yoga/mindfulness activity designed for children.

 We are beyond grateful for Kristin and volunteers with Hearts Broken Eyes Open for their pursuit of a more just community and world through acts of learning and service. Thank you for all you do and will continue to do

If you want to learn more about Hearts Broken Eyes Open visit their website (heartsbrokeneyesopen.com).