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Published 7/10/2024
Corner Conversations: Sowing the Seeds of Change
Learn how Sharing Our Roots is providing BIPOC, queer and immigrant individuals with equitable access to land.
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Published 6/26/2024
A Professional Advisor’s Guide to Charitable Conversations
Here are a few tips to help you talk to your clients about charitable giving.
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Published 6/25/2024
Foundations Announce $8.7 Million in 2024 First-Round Community Grants
Grants will provide funding resources for community organizations that provide critical resources to Minnesotans across the state.
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Published 6/06/2024
Why Nonprofits Deserve Your Continued Support
Learn why supporting nonprofits now is more crucial than ever.
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Published 6/05/2024
GIVING WoMN: Fueling Change Through Collective Giving
Learn how one group of women are transforming how they support community.
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Published 5/29/2024
Meet Four East Metro Main Street Grantees
Learn how funding from the East Metro Main Street Economic Revitalization Program is empowering nonprofits and businesses to serve their communities.
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Published 5/22/2024
Giving Stories: Donor's Future Fund Will Support Causes for Years to Come
Learn how Connie Roehrich plans to support her favorite causes with a future fund.
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Published 5/22/2024
Donating Stock to Support Your Favorite Charities
Did you know that donating stock can grow your charitable impact and support your favorite nonprofit organizations?
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Published 5/08/2024
Brick By Brick: Saint Paul Team Clinches Spot at National Robotics Competition
Capitol Hill Magnet School’s LEGO Llamas will show off their talents in STEM at the Florida Sunshine Invitational.
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Published 4/30/2024
Top 5 Reasons to Partner with a Community Foundation
Here are five unique benefits of working with a community foundation to reach your charitable giving goals.
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Published 4/26/2024
Investing in the Legacy of the Saint Paul Public Library
Learn how one couple’s gift of real estate will support young library patrons for future generations.
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Published 4/22/2024
Is a Life Income Gift Right for Your Client?
Six questions to ask when helping your client choose a charitable gift annuity or charitable remainder trust.
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Published 4/19/2024
Donor Advised Funds 101 - An Introduction to DAFs
Here are answers to your common questions about donor advised funds (DAFs), a popular approach to charitable giving.
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Published 4/18/2024
Rhonda Cox Promoted to VP of People and Culture
The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation announced that Rhonda Cox has been promoted to the position of Vice President of People and Culture.
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Published 4/16/2024
Benefits of Donating a Business or Donating Private Stock
Considering a business transition? Here’s why you should consider making charitable giving part of any business exit plan.
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Published 4/16/2024
Non-cash Assets: Why You Should Talk to Your Clients about Giving Options
Donating a non-cash asset is often more financially beneficial to both your client and the nonprofit they support. The tax benefits can be higher and the non-cash assets are often more valuable.
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