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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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Economic Response Grants Back 900+ Small Businesses

Hundreds of businesses have received emergency financial support through the Economic Response Fund, a rapid-response effort led by the Minneapolis Foundation to help small businesses stay afloat and keep contributing to the regional economy.

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Supporting Student Stability

The OneMPLS Fund has awarded $500,000 to Minneapolis Public Schools to expand housing support for students and their families.

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Two Leaders, One Shared Vision

Our Philanthropic Services staff is stepping into an exciting new chapter. Two experienced leaders at the Minneapolis Foundation, Andrea Cummings and Maggie McCracken, have been promoted to new roles as we advance our mission of driving collective action to realize strong, vibrant communities.

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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