First Look Luncheon tickets are now available! Visit our ticketing and auction website to purchase. 

If you’re interested in sponsoring Art 4 Shelter, please contact Elisabeth at eloeffler@simpsonhousing.org.

Buy art. Give shelter.

Art 4 Shelter (A4S) is an annual fundraiser for Simpson Housing Services. It’s an art sale and auction featuring original works by emerging and established artists. Proceeds benefit Simpson’s mission to house, support, and advocate for people experiencing homelessness.

Every year, hundreds of generous artists donate original works of art to this massive exhibition and sale. The pieces are displayed anonymously and offered for a fixed, affordable price ($35 for a 5”x7” image, $75 for an 8”x10” image, etc.). Attendees are invited to explore and then pluck whatever art compels them right off the walls, not knowing until later if they’ve been created by an established favorite or an emerging artist. It’s like a treasure hunt, a night of discovery, and a showcase of our massively talented creative community all in one.

Program

First Look Luncheon

11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Exclusive first look at and chance to purchase original Art 4 Shelter artworks. Enjoy a delicious lunch by CRAVE with complimentary wine.

In-Person Art Sale

6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
Free, public exhibit and sale of original artwork, photography, and ceramics.

Online Auction

Auction hours: 11:30 a.m.–8:30 p.m. | Auction pick-up: 8:45 p.m.–9:15 p.m.∗

Online auction featuring hundreds of items, including ceramics, jewelry, large original artworks, services from local artists, and more. Participate in person or bid remotely.

∗ Winning bidders can take auction items home from Glass House or email development@simpsonhousing.org to schedule a pick-up from our office, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

The 2018 Wilder Research Homelessness in Minnesota study found that up to 20,000 Minnesotans are homeless on any given night–a record high. Thanks to Art 4 Shelter, we’ve raised over $1.2 million to house, support, and advocate for people experiencing homelessness. 

By donating or buying art, you can help Simpson work to end homelessness.

Questions? Please email development@simpsonhousing.org

Read more here about Art 4 Shelter’s history and founders.