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![Equity Through a Sports Lens](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/people/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/MiguelR.jpg)
Learn how board member Miguel Ramos’ experiences shaped his work in diversity, equity & inclusion.
MORE![Who Narrates Your Story?](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/21.2-Rekhet-Si-Asar-headshot.jpg)
Rekhet Si-Asar, executive director of In Black Ink, shares how stories humanize us and invite people in to share our world.
MORE![Local Lawyer’s Passion for Education Fuels Giving](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/Jamie-Forman.jpg)
Jamie Forman gives back to help others move forward.
MORE![Incorporate Giving Into Your Practice](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/general/Campaigns/Where-Giving-Grows/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/Michael-Sampson.jpg)
Why now is the time to incorporate giving into your practice - with tips on how to support your clients' charitable wishes.
MORE![The Power of Investing in Waseca](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/21.1-Waseca-city-hall.jpg)
Learn how one man’s generosity in Waseca strengthened his community.
MORE![Reimagining How We Support Our Community](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/21.1-reimagining-nonprofit-support.jpg)
2020 offers a roadmap for how to rebuild our communities in 2021.
MORE![The Importance of an Eviction Moratorium](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/housing-investments.jpg)
In this guest blog post, the Volunteer Lawyers Network (VLN) explains how an eviction moratorium has helped Minnesotans keep safe and secure housing throughout the pandemic.
MORE![How a Rural Attorney Built Her Practice](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/21.1-Abby-Leach-headshot-cropped.jpg)
Attorney Abby Leach Schumaker shares her views on the importance of community foundations and charitable giving in a rural community.
MORE![Foundations Announce Nearly $7 Million in Grants Statewide](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/1.21-Grant-announcement.jpg)
Grants will help nonprofits remain responsive and resilient after a challenging year.
MORE![2020: A Year Unlike Any Other](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/general/Campaigns/Art-In-This-Present-Moment/Soomaal-House-of-Art/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/Soomaal-House-006.jpg)
In the face of the challenges of 2020, we experienced unparalleled generosity from our donors and innovation from our staff as we responded quickly to meet the needs of our community.
MORE![Navigating Digital Learning in a Changing Landscape](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/12.20-education.jpg)
Here are three innovative ways the nonprofit sector is addressing gaps in access to technology and internet resources needed for online learning.
MORE![Art as Healing](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/WBCA-Indoor-Gallery-16.9.jpg)
White Bear Center for the Arts is on a mission to create healing during the pandemic.
MORE![Announcing the Frontline Families Fund](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/FFF_SupportingPhoto1.jpg)
Fund will provide financial support to families of frontline healthcare workers who have lost their lives to COVID-19.
MORE![Partnerships That Shine](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/ain-dah-yung-exterior-16.9.jpg)
Deb Foster, executive director of the Ain Dah Yung Center, shares how collective visions can lead to positive outcomes for youth.
MORE![Helping Children Reach Their Full Potential](https://de4vzavwp1bb7.cloudfront.net/blog/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/Think-Small-3.2.jpg)
Minnesota nonprofits discuss the importance of early childhood development.
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