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Published 11/03/2026
Five Ways to Encourage Legacy Giving
Explore simple ways to start conversations about estate planning and lasting community impact.
Published 11/02/2026
Five Ways to Make the Most of Your Year-End Giving
Learn how to be intentional with your year-end giving by following these simple tips.
Published 10/30/2026
Showing Up for the Place We Call Home: This Election and Beyond
What we heard across Minnesota this year, what we’re doing about it and resources for election season
Published 10/26/2026
Our Downtown Headquarters: An Expansion & Investment in Saint Paul
Expansion at Osborn370 will strengthen statewide engagement, expand opportunities for collaboration and offer a new destination for community.
Published 10/14/2026
Elevating Estate Planning Conversations
Practical ways that professional advisors can help clients give to causes they care about while achieving their financial and giving goals.
Published 10/13/2026
Moving Money from Wall Street to Main Street
The Foundation's new investment portfolios are creating opportunities for investors and strengthening communities across the state.
Published 9/30/2026
Engaging Millennials and Gen Z in Planned Giving
Strengthen your nonprofit's annual and planned giving by building relationships with younger donors.
Published 9/25/2026
Honoring Two Decades of Courage, Leadership and Racial Justice
What began as a bold commitment to naming and addressing racism has grown into a celebration of the people, partnerships and movements creating a more just Minnesota for all.
Published 9/11/2026
Important Year-End Giving Dates for Donors
As you make plans for your 2026 year-end fund contributions and grant recommendations, please keep in mind these important dates.
Published 8/27/2026
Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation Helps Build a New Future for Rural Minnesota
Learn how the Foundation's investment in Green Acres Milling is creating financial opportunities for the city of Albert Lea
Published 8/25/2026
Downtown Saint Paul Draws $15 Million Commitment from Foundation
The Foundation joins Securian Financial and the Bush Foundation in backing downtown’s redevelopment and takes seats on the governing bodies directing the work.
Published 8/25/2026
A Deeper Way to Support Your Client's Philanthropy
Conversations about nonprofit board service can help clients align their nonprofit leadership, values and long-term impact goals.