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Aid groups stepped in to assist Minnesota immigrant families
Minnesota has seen an impressive array of foundations, charities, houses of worship, and generous individuals step up to provide assistance after the federal immigration crackdown.
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For us, the fund is more than just a giving vehicle. It’s a way to ensure that our family’s commitment to literacy, education, and dignity continues across generations.- Rosemond Owens
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Regrounding in What Matters Now
Watch this video to see how shared tools and insights can help you support organizations you care about in this challenging time.
Explore how we partner with generous individuals, families, and businesses to drive positive change on the causes they care about—in Minnesota and around the world.
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Hear the Impact Fund Awards $147,000 in Grants
A new round of Hear the Impact grants is supporting five Minnesota organizations that serve Deaf and hard-of-hearing communities.
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Showing Up for Your Neighbors
In the wake of Operation Metro Surge, Iglesia Dios Habla Hoy (DHH Church) stepped up to support families facing fear, uncertainty, and the daily realities of increased immigration enforcement.
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Investing in Women’s Safety and Independence
The WCA Foundation, a Signature Fund of the Minneapolis Foundation, has awarded more than $555,000 to 20 Twin Cities metro-area organizations providing women with vital support in safety, shelter, health, and economic stability.
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Helping People Give When It Matters Most
Learn more about how the Minneapolis Foundation helped a generous community step up to meet immediate needs during Operation Metro Surge in this Star Tribune article.
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Fostering Inclusion Through the Special Olympics
The excitement is growing as Minnesota gets ready to step into the spotlight as host of the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games.
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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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Aid groups stepped in to assist Minnesota immigrant families
Minnesota has seen an impressive array of foundations, charities, houses of worship, and generous individuals step up to provide assistance after the federal immigration crackdown.
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Regrounding in What Matters Now
Watch this video to see how shared tools and insights can help you support organizations you care about in this challenging time.
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Where Sacrifice Meets Joy
Isaac and Rosemond Owens believe in giving until it hurts and have made giving back to African communities a central part of their lives.
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Whether you’re ready to establish a fund or give to a collective effort, we’re here to help you drive positive change on causes you care about. As a community foundation, we create pathways for you to learn, connect with others, and bring your charitable goals to life.
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