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![Refugee Families Are Counting on Us](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/21.10-Afghan-mom-and-daughter.jpg)
In this guest blog post, Aziza Mama of the International Institute of Minnesota shares how the Institute supports newly arrived families from Afghanistan.
MORE![Kazua Melissa Vang](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/Kazua-Melissa-Vang-AITPM/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/AITPM_Kazua-16.jpg)
Artist Kazua Melissa Vang uses photography and mixed media art to preserve the legacy of her father and tell the stories of her family and Hmong heritage.
MORE![Capacity Building Grant Program Helps Nonprofits Grow](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/Urban-Roots-youth-2021.jpg)
Three grant recipients share how their organizations have grown with capacity building support from the Management Improvement Fund.
MORE![2021 Facing Race Award Honorees Named](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/general/What-We-Do/Facing-Race/Facing-Race-2021/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/Valerie-Shirley-headshot-for-web.jpg)
A program celebrating the honorees will be broadcast on the Minnesota channel of TPT Twin Cities PBS, featuring special contributor and author Kao Kalia Yang.
MORE![Broderick Poole](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/Broderick-Poole-AITPM/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/AITPM_Broderick-12_2021-09-28-191603_ffte.jpg)
Artist Broderick Poole showcases his artistry by shining light on prominent Black leaders through jacket patchwork.
MORE![Donor Relationships 101](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/general/Professional-Advisors/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/Lisa-16.9-cover-photo.jpg)
Learn how the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation partners with donors to invest in our community.
MORE![Four Lessons Learned From Analyzing Our Grantmaking](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/people/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/Stephanie-Peterson.jpg)
Here’s how the Foundation is advocating for equity by updating our grantmaking methodology.
MORE![Ramsey County Public Safety Fund](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/21.9-Ramsey-County-Public-Safety-Fund.jpg)
New fund will support Ramsey County’s initiative to reduce non-public safety-related traffic stops.
MORE![How to Develop a Non-cash Asset Strategy for Your Nonprofit](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/general/Donors/Gifts-We-Accept/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/charitable-remainder-trust-donor.jpg)
Here’s how to make non-cash assets part of your nonprofit’s fundraising plan.
MORE![Supporting Your Clients’ Charitable Giving Changes](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/253911/volunteer-immediate-needs.jpg)
Here's how you can help your clients as they pivot their giving to better support their community.
MORE![Donated Real Estate into Community Resources](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/Lisa-and-Jerry-OBrien-in-front-of-artwork.jpg)
Learn how Lisa and Jerry O'Brien turned their condominium into continuous support for their favorite causes.
MORE![Charitable Giving Legislation in the News](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/21.8-In-the-news.jpg)
Our response to the proposed Accelerating Charitable Giving (ACE) Act
MORE![Beyond ESG: Sustainable Investment](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/Manidoo-Ogitigaan-AITPM/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/AITPM_Laban-23.jpg)
Chief Investment Officer Shannon O’Leary participated in a global panel discussion on sustainable investment trends.
MORE![Gift Bunching: A Way to Maximize Your Charitable Impact](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/general/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/20279/Jeremy-Wells-2018_191031_170647.jpg)
With a technique known as gift bunching, you can maintain your charitable impact while realizing potential tax benefits.
MORE![The Value of Community Engagement](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/people/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/Diane-Tran-Saint-Paul-Minnesota-Foundation-Board_16.9.jpg)
Board Member Feature: How Diane Tran’s experiences at the intersection of people and place led to a career in community engagement.
MORE![Getting-Back-Together at the Minnesota State Fair](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/Fair-at-night-16.9.jpg)
In this guest blog post, Mary Chung and Shana Zaiser of the Minnesota State Fair Foundation share how one of Minnesota’s most treasured cultural traditions has adapted with optimism.
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