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FOURTH GENERATION

The Minneapolis Foundation recognizes that young professionals are more charitable than ever before but are also choosing to give in different ways. As the Fourth Generation of The Minneapolis Foundation, this group fosters the next wave of charitable givers to make an impact in our community.

ABOUT ROBYN SCHEIN

Who is Robyn Schein?

	I am the Director of Donor Experience and Engagement at The Minneapolis Foundation.
I help individuals, families, and companies meet their philanthropic goals. I dislike the terms “next generation,” “emerging,” “young leader,” and “gen Xer” but, I fit that demographic and I have a particular interest in making philanthropy more accessible to my peers.

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Philanthropy 101 with Trista Harris Trista Harris headshot

posted Dec 3, 2012

Last week on Thursday during our "Philanthropy 101" session we heard from Trista Harris, Executive Director of Headwaters Foundation for Justice and National Chair of Emerging Practitioners in Philanthropy.

Trista started the discussion by referencing a 2009 study by the National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy (NCRP) that says for every $1 invested in advocacy and organizing work in Minnesota, there is a return in investment of $138. The study was done over a 5 year period, looking at 15 Minnesota organizations that worked with underrepresented constituencies on a range of issues.

The NCRP made the following recommendations to Minnesota grant makers on how to achieve the greatest return on their investment:

1. Increase the percentage of grant dollars devoted to advocacy, community organizing and civic engagement.

2. Engage board members and donors in dialogue about how advocacy and organizing can help a grant making institution achieve its long-term goals.

3. Strengthen peer learning and strategizing about advocacy and organizing.

4. Engage nonprofit partners in strategic planning and grant making process of foundations.

5. Apply a racial equity lens to grant making.

6. Provide general operating support and multi-year grants.

The study is available online at http://www.headwatersfoundation.org/node/97

Four-star dining, three award-winning chefs, and one great cause

3/5/2012

On March 4th, Fourth Generation teamed up with three local chefs for Graze 4 Good, a sold out fundraiser supporting nutrition and food justice* in our community. Over 150 people gathered at Spill the Wine where foodie and Fourth Geners joined forces to enjoy tasty treats from Doug Flicker of Piccolo, Steven Brown of Tilia, and Mike Brown of Travail and make a difference.

Like Fourth Generation members, the chefs also had appetite for food justice and donated their time and talent to make Graze 4 Good a success. This event, combined with funds already raised gives Fourth Generation over $30,000 to support local nonprofits addressing this issue.

"Even though food is a basic need, food injustice is all around us. Fourth Generation is raising funds to support organizations that are bringing healthy foods in our communities – whether they are running food shelves, offering nutrition programs, or improving access to affordable and healthy foods," said Robyn Schein, Director of Fourth Generation.

Addressing the group of mostly twenty- and thirtysomething year olds, the chefs shared their ideas and values around nutrition, locally sourced food, and food justice. Mike Brown said he appreciates the deep relationship he has with local vendors who often consult with him to determine what seeds to plant the next year. Steven Brown agreed, saying that nothing tastes as good as freshly prepared and cooked foods. But for these chefs, it's not just about the food – it's also about the people.

"By using locally grown ingredients, we're also investing in people and their families and that means a lot to us," Doug Flicker said.

Members also had an opportunity to tell participants about the Fourth Generation experience.

"It's like running a mini foundation… and while it's great for the community, this experience is also great for members," advisory committee chair Lolyann Connor said. She added that Fourth Generation gave her an opportunity to learn about effective giving and community issues, gain leadership skills, and collaborate with others for greater impact.

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*Food justice is the right of all people to produce, distribute, access, and eat healthy food.

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