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![Giving is a Family Affair](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/Ziggys-Art-Bus-2.jpg)
Sue, a fundholder at the Foundation, shares her personal, family-focused approach to giving.
MORE![Creating a Relief Fund in Greater Minnesota](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/mcaf-donation-16.9.jpg)
Learn more about the Martin County Area Foundation and their transformational work in Martin County in This Present Moment.
MORE![Bridging Social Distancing through Innovation](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/Keystone-community-services.jpg)
Watch how Keystone Community Services is innovating to meet community needs.
MORE![Donor Q&A: Jim Hansen](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/general/Donors/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/Jim-Hansen-fundholder-thumbnail.jpg)
This local business leader lives out lessons of hard work, generosity and volunteerism.
MORE![Supporting Families to End Multi-generational Poverty](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/7.20-NAZ-stock-photo.jpg)
Learn more about Northside Achievement Zone and their transformational work for families in North Minneapolis.
MORE![Qualified Charitable Distributions in Retirement](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/people/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/Mariah.Brook.new_-2.jpg)
In this video, we explore how donors can efficiently turn retirement income into a charitable donation.
MORE![Public-Private Partnership to Support Student Connectivity Needs](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/general/Campaigns/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/Neighborhood-House-ConnectedMN.jpg)
The state is working with philanthropic and business leaders to focus on device and connection needs.
MORE![Three Organizations Grant $2.5 Million to Help Rebuild The Twin Cities](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/Twin-Cities-Rebuild-for-the-Future-header.jpg)
Funds support small businesses in cultural corridors
MORE![Healing Trauma through Radical Self-Care](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/Dr.-Joi-Lewis-16.9.jpg)
The Healing Justice Foundation provides the community with healing support and resources to address inequities.
MORE![Why Beneficiary Designations Should Be Part of Your Fundraising Plan](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/people/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/Beth_McCray.jpg)
Beneficiary designations can be a great way for donors to leave a lasting legacy for organizations they love and support.
MORE![Carrying on a Friend’s Love for Babies](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/Mary-and-Sydney-16.9.jpg)
Hear how Mary continues her friend's legacy in This Present Moment.
MORE![Nonprofits Put Recovery Funds to Use](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/6.20-MDRF-grants.jpg)
Communities are receiving critical support to get through the coronavirus pandemic.
MORE![Sewing Together a Caring Community](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/Shellie-mask-16.9.jpg)
Hear how Shellie gives back to her community in This Present Moment.
MORE![Building a Safe Village](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/Ujumaa-Place-Graduation.jpg)
Hear how Otis Zanders and Ujamaa Place support young African American men in This Present Moment.
MORE![Three Organizations Work to Transform the Criminal Justice System](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/seen-project-photo.jpg)
Organizations launch emergency “Twin Cities Rebuild for the Future Fund,” already at $1 million.
MORE![Ways to Meet Immediate Community Needs](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/253911/volunteer-immediate-needs.jpg)
These articles and links to resources offer ways to act now in support of the Twin Cities protests and rebuilding efforts.
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