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The Minneapolis Foundation cultivates generosity by driving action for the greatest civic, social, and economic needs. We partner with nonprofits, facilitate grantmaking, drive research and advocacy, and provide services to donors seeking to make a difference.

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Minnesota Meeting: Of the People

Amid this year’s surge in federal immigration enforcement, Minnesotans have shown what it means to stand together. Join us on October 7 for the 2026 Minnesota Meeting.

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Advancing Literacy in Minneapolis Public Schools

Minneapolis Foundation funding will support eight full-time literacy positions at 10 high-need elementary schools.

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93 Community-Led Projects Powered by Great Lakes Grants

In its first year of grantmaking, the Great Lakes Thriving Communities grantmaking program awarded more than $15.5 million for environmental and public health work.

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Our history of driving civic and social change can be felt locally and globally—and will be for generations to come.
$129M
Given in annual grants
5,708
Organizations and people supported
1,572
Charitable funds administered
74%
Of giving goes to Minnesota-based organizations