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We have a DAF problem
Community foundations can lead the way in solving it and unlocking these resources—and the Minneapolis Foundation is completely focused on doing just that. We see the DAF problem, and we see the opportunity.
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Environmental Justice in the Great Lakes Region
Check out this informative panel discussion from the 2024 Minnesota Meeting where experts focus on environmental justice.
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Running the Philanthropic Race Together
Whether you're just starting your philanthropic journey or looking to deepen your impact, the Minneapolis Foundation can help. We’re excited to run this race together.
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New Report Offers Map of Youth Career Pathways
“Paving the Way to Prosperity” highlights challenges and opportunities for Twin Cities programs serving young people.
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Graze 4 Good Trivia Night Will Support Youth-Led Work
Fourth Generation fundraiser will be held April 30 at Graze Food Hall by Travail. This year, the group chose to support organizations and projects that are led by young people and focus on cultivating youth leadership.
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It’s Time to Give Advised
The Minneapolis Foundation can help you use your Donor Advised Fund to meet the urgency of the moment. With a little advisement, you can donate it to causes you connect with deeply.
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Hear the Impact Fund Awards $768,000 in Grants
Minnesotans who are deaf, deafblind, or hard of hearing will benefit in a variety of ways from the work of 17 organizations that received grants from a unique charitable fund administered by the Minneapolis Foundation.
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2025 Graze 4 Good
Join us the newly relaunched Graze Food Hall by Travail for delicious food and drink, games, networking, and a chance to learn about Fourth Generation’s 2024-2025 focus issue: Youth-led Initiatives.
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2025 Economic Mobility – Capacity Building Grants
The Minneapolis Foundation announces a call for proposals from organizations that advance economic mobility. Our 2025 grants will focus on capacity building and operating support as these organizations adjust to changes in the funding and policy landscape.
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Our Commitment to Advancing Economic Mobility
Recognizing today’s challenges, the Minneapolis Foundation is launching an updated version of the Racial and Economic Justice grant program that incorporates feedback about the need for more flexible resources to support organizations that advance economic mobility.
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We have a DAF problem
Community foundations can lead the way in solving it and unlocking these resources—and the Minneapolis Foundation is completely focused on doing just that. We see the DAF problem, and we see the opportunity.
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Connecting Hearts and Minds Through Music
Watch this video about Giving Voice to witness how they defy dementia through music and how the Foundation and our fundholders lift up this innovative work.
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Funding to Preserve Black History
A Racial and Economic Justice grant helps Memorialize the Movement preserve murals made after George Floyd’s murder.
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Curious about Art & Culture?
The arts are essential to who and what we are in Minnesota. We are committed to ensuring that the arts remain a strength in our state and are accessible to all communities.
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Running the Philanthropic Race Together
Whether you're just starting your philanthropic journey or looking to deepen your impact, the Minneapolis Foundation can help. We’re excited to run this race together.
Read StoryCivic Leadership
Graze 4 Good Trivia Night Will Support Youth-Led Work
Fourth Generation fundraiser will be held April 30 at Graze Food Hall by Travail. This year, the group chose to support organizations and projects that are led by young people and focus on cultivating youth leadership.
Read StoryDive deeper
Curious about Civic Leadership?
Communities are stronger when everyone participates in public discussion and decision-making about issues that affect their lives and our society as a whole. Explore how we partner with others to foster civic engagement, discourse, and advocacy.
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Investing in the Environment in 2024
Through investments ranging from grants to convenings, we support community-led efforts to address our region’s biggest environmental and public health challenges.
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$40 Million Available for Environmental Justice Grants
This program will distribute $40 million in grants to support priorities identified by local communities, from clean air and water to ensuring all residents have access to healthy food.
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Curious about Climate & Environment?
Our world is big and none of us can protect it alone, especially given the climate crisis we face. Learn more about how we are bringing diverse communities together to take action for climate justice.
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Youth-Led Solutions to Violence
Watch this video to learn more about the Fund for Safe Communities and the people working together to prevent violence in our community.
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FUND FOR SAFE COMMUNITIES AWARDS GRANTS TO FOSTER RESILIENCE
The Minneapolis Foundation today announced $526,543 in grants from the Fund for Safe Communities to 18 organizations that are doing innovative work to prevent violence and foster resilience in local communities.
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Curious about Criminal Justice?
We are committed to dismantling the pervasive racial inequities of our society’s criminal legal system. Explore the ways we are pursuing justice, equity, and healing.
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Hear the Impact Fund Awards $768,000 in Grants
Minnesotans who are deaf, deafblind, or hard of hearing will benefit in a variety of ways from the work of 17 organizations that received grants from a unique charitable fund administered by the Minneapolis Foundation.
Read StoryEconomic Mobility
2025 Economic Mobility – Capacity Building Grants
The Minneapolis Foundation announces a call for proposals from organizations that advance economic mobility. Our 2025 grants will focus on capacity building and operating support as these organizations adjust to changes in the funding and policy landscape.
Read StoryDive deeper
Curious about Economic Mobility?
Our economic systems should be fair and position everyone to achieve financial stability and build wealth. Learn how we support efforts to stabilize communities and dismantle inequities in our economy.
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New Report Offers Map of Youth Career Pathways
“Paving the Way to Prosperity” highlights challenges and opportunities for Twin Cities programs serving young people.
Read StoryEducation
A Statewide Effort to Rebuild Student Attendance
The Minneapolis Foundation recently partnered with EdAllies to host a roundtable discussion of chronic absenteeism.
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Curious about Education?
We need to build an education system that works for each and every child. Through research, learning collectives, grantmaking, co-investment, and more, we are pursuing equity in education.
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Hear the Impact Fund Awards $768,000 in Grants
Minnesotans who are deaf, deafblind, or hard of hearing will benefit in a variety of ways from the work of 17 organizations that received grants from a unique charitable fund administered by the Minneapolis Foundation.
Read StoryArt & Culture
Connecting Hearts and Minds Through Music
Watch this video about Giving Voice to witness how they defy dementia through music and how the Foundation and our fundholders lift up this innovative work.
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Curious about Health & Wellness?
Explore our resources to better understand the importance of self-care, trauma healing, and wellness.
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