Legacy Funds make it easy to contribute to the causes you care about most through a donation or planned gift. The funds are endowed* to create a permanent source of support.
Legacy funds are managed by The Minneapolis Foundation to ensure the donors’ charitable gifts will grow over time and be distributed to make the greatest impact. These gifts are pooled and invested for the long-term, with annual grant distributions to effective, established organizations working within the specific interest areas.
*Note that smaller direct gifts to a Legacy Fund may be pooled with the annual income distributions from that fund to make a more immediate impact on the issue area.
Make a direct or planned gift to one or more of the following Legacy Funds:
 | Community Endowment
Support organizations and programs that serve the common good and general welfare of our community as determined from year to year by the Trustees of The Minneapolis Foundation. The Community Endowment provides the most flexible source of support for our community – today and for future generations.
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| Animal Welfare
Support organizations that provide humane care for domestic animals and promote policies to protect them.
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| Arts & Culture
Support the arts, artists and arts education, and the cultural institutions that enrich our community.
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 | Children & Youth
Support programs and organizations that promote a healthy and safe childhood and offer young people opportunities for growth, leadership and service.
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 | Education
Support programs that engage families, communities and schools to improve educational access and outcomes for all, from early childhood through post-secondary education.
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 | Environment
Support environmental education, protection and stewardship in the metro area and throughout Minnesota.
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 | Health
Support programs that promote wellness and the general health of individuals and families by improving access to quality health care services.
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 | Housing and Human Services
Support programs and organizations that create and promote safe and affordable housing for all, encourage self-sufficiency and provide basic services for people in need.
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 | Immigrants & Refugees
Support programs that help new Minnesotans—immigrants and refugees—acclimate, become self-sufficient and participate fully in the community.
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 | International Development & Relief
Support organizations that provide disaster relief, economic opportunities and education in developing countries, and advance the cause of peace in the world.
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 | Justice, Equality and Civic Engagement
Support programs that protect the rights of all by promoting justice, cross-cultural understanding and participation in the civic, economic and social life of the community.
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 | Senior Services
Support organizations that promote the health and dignity of older individuals, providing safe environments, engaging programs and services so they may continue to contribute to the life of our communities. |
GREATER POSSIBILITIES TOGETHER