Fourth Generation
Giving and learning together
Who
We Are
Fourth Generation is a hands-on experience in philanthropy for rising leaders who care about local issues and want to make a bigger impact.
Impact
Since its founding in 2010, and with the support of more than 400 volunteer members along the way, the group has raised and distributed more than $900,000 to local organizations addressing issues that range from mental health to economic justice.
Learn
Members listen to community and learn from experts about a critical local issue while examining the practice of philanthropy.
Share & Connect
Members connect with their peers and community members to broaden their outlooks and learn about the barriers that hold inequities in place.
Collaborate
By pooling contributions, resources, and diverse perspectives, members collaborate to create an accessible and equitable grantmaking process.
This Year's Topic
Our 2026–2027 grantmaking cycle will focus on mental health and local efforts to foster well-being and connection amid the many challenges our communities face today. Across the Twin Cities, organizations are breaking down barriers to care, reducing stigma, and creating opportunities for people to access support in ways that honor their experiences and identities. By investing in these efforts, we’re supporting the relationships, resources, and systems that help all of us thrive. This year, Fourth Generation will learn about and support nonprofits working to make mental health care more accessible, equitable, and community-centered.
Become a Member
Learn how to join Fourth Generation and make a bigger impact.
Curious?
Get on our mailing list and attend our September kickoff or another fall meeting to get a sense of what we’re all about. Fourth Generation meets on the third Wednesday of every month. You’re also welcome to reach out to Sara Lueben with questions.
Commit.
Ready to join? Fourth Generation members each pledge $500 to the group’s giving. Pledges are due at the end of December, and payments are due at the end of March. Payment options and scholarships are available.
Members and supporters can make their donations here.
Celebrate!
Fourth Generation makes grantmaking decisions in the spring. We announce awards in May and celebrate with our grantees at our year-end celebration event.
The Latest
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Fourth Generation Takes On Hunger
No one could have foreseen how timely, appropriate, and important this focus would be.
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Celebrate Fourth Generation at Graze 4 Good
Curious about how collective giving can shape a stronger community? Graze 4 Good offers a welcoming space to see the impact of Fourth Generation.
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Doing Good, Together
Fourth Generation wrapped up their most recent grantmaking cycle by awarding $38,000 to three organizations run by youth and empowering youth in the Twin Cities.
Read StoryAdvisory Committee
John Wulterkens Board Chair
Chas Kennedy Grantmaking Chair
Melissa Miller Graze 4 Good Chair
Rose-Marie Athiley Social Media, Public Relations, and Communications Chair
Chelsea Delong Finance and Fundraising Chair
Axaule Sultanova Education and Equity Chair
Asmita Singh Education and Equity Chair
Amanda Folberg Membership and Engagement Co-Chair
Ashley Houston Membership and Engagement Co-Chair
Sam Ludlow-Broback Member-At-Large
John Schwegman Member-At-Large
