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Published 5/26/2026
Giving Rooted in Gratitude
A life-saving experience at Children’s Minnesota transforms Jeff and Janet von Gillern’s gratitude into lasting generosity.
Published 5/18/2026
From Volunteer Service to Sustained Support
Learn how to turn volunteers into lifelong donors.
Published 5/18/2026
Give Your Home & Continue Living in It
The Gift of Real Estate with Retained Life Estate
Published 5/11/2026
Bridge to Basics: Hygiene Support Bonded by Friendship
Friends Rana Khoury and Kristie Thibodeau turn shared commitment to volunteering into a bustling nonprofit.
Published 5/07/2026
Thoughtful Giving, Grounded in Community
Learn why partnering with the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation can improve your philanthropic giving.
Published 5/01/2026
Where Purpose, Planning and Minnesota Communities Come Together
How the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation helps advisors and clients align generosity with lasting community impact.
Published 4/28/2026
When It’s Time to Sell: How One Business Owner Used Private Stock to Multiply His Impact
As he prepared to exit a long-held company, Al Geiwitz discovered how donating privately held stock could reduce taxes and fuel long-term giving.
Published 4/28/2026
Strengthening Communities Through Smarter, More Resilient Giving
Partner with the Foundation to expand your charitable giving portfolio to support the community in times of need.
Published 4/09/2026
Holding Hope When It Matters Most
Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation’s president and CEO shares how humility, hope and deep relationships guide her leadership.
Published 4/06/2026
Three Key Giving Terms Nonprofit Donors & Board Members Should Know
Terms to ensure your donors and board members are on the same page when it comes to charitable giving.
Published 3/23/2026
Three Questions to Ask When Developing Your Charitable Giving Plan
Determine the best way to achieve your charitable vision.
Published 3/12/2026
Women Are Reshaping Philanthropy — And the Future of Giving
Studies show women are driving charitable decisions, giving more collaboratively, and shaping the future of philanthropy through empathy, engagement and strategic planning.