Responsive Philanthropy
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Philanthropy in Focus
We're looking back at podcast guests whose work is centered around transforming systems and thinking critically about the power of philanthropy. Hear insights from our episodes featuring Jen Ford Reedy, Toya Randall, Isaiah Oliver, Vu Le, and Shannon Smith Jones.
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When we see people, and we invest in them, and we understand that their expertise combined with our expertise makes our community better, we do better.- Chanda Smith Baker
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The Ames Fund: A lasting legacy in Northfield
The Ames Fund of the Minneapolis Foundation was created to invest in the health, well-being, and vibrancy of the community of Northfield, Minnesota. The Minneapolis Foundation served as the philanthropic advisor by researching and articulating the issues and needs of the community.
Philanthropy must invest in solutions that are driven by community voices and the increasingly interconnected nature of our community. Explore how we’re working to be responsive rather than prescriptive in our work.
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Update on Main Street Economic Revitalization Partnership
Our goal is to announce details of the first grant round in January.
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Graze 4 Good 2022 Event Series
Graze 4 Good is a three-part virtual and in-person event series that features local restaurants, innovators, and experts focused on Fourth Generation’s chosen issue of the year: Mental health justice.
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Philanthropy in Focus
We're looking back at podcast guests whose work is centered around transforming systems and thinking critically about the power of philanthropy. Hear insights from our episodes featuring Jen Ford Reedy, Toya Randall, Isaiah Oliver, Vu Le, and Shannon Smith Jones.
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The Ames Fund: A lasting legacy in Northfield
The Ames Fund of the Minneapolis Foundation was created to invest in the health, well-being, and vibrancy of the community of Northfield, Minnesota. The Minneapolis Foundation served as the philanthropic advisor by researching and articulating the issues and needs of the community.
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Tonya Allen
Tonya Allen, president of the McKnight Foundation, spoke with Chanda about building and sharing power, and how that relates to one’s ability to rewrite the rules. Tonya also addressed the idea of blending the lines between philanthropy and community.
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The Power of Being Seen
The Women’s Foundation of Minnesota honored our Chief Impact Officer, Chanda Smith Baker, with the 2021 Mary Lee Dayton Catalyst for Change Award. Chanda’s acceptance speech inspired us, and so we wanted to share it with you.
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Responding to Emerging Needs through the OneMPLS Fund
Through the OneMPLS Fund, we have witnessed firsthand the power of a collective impact fund that can respond nimbly to community needs.
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2020-2021 Grantmaking Cycle
Explore Fourth Generation’s 2020-2021 grantmaking cycle, which focused on economic justice.
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Fourth Generation Kick-Off Events
Fourth Generation’s 12th grantmaking cycle kicks off by sharing details on how to become a member and an opportunity to vote for this year’s grantmaking topic.
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When a critical issue emerges, the OneMPLS Fund enables our community to join forces and respond nimbly. Learn more about how it works, the grantees it has supported, and how you can become a part of its impact.
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