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Published 4/01/2020
$2 Million in Grants Awarded from the Minnesota Disaster Recovery Fund
Minnesota Council on Foundations and Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation award first grants from the MDRF.
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Published 4/01/2020
A Welcoming Oasis
Como Friends helps provide an oasis in Saint Paul at Como Park Zoo and Conservatory.
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Published 3/31/2020
Responding to Community Needs During COVID-19
Here are some of the steps we are taking to fulfill our purpose to inspire generosity, advocate for equity and invest in community-led solutions during these challenging times.
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Published 3/30/2020
A History Maker Inspiring Women and Girls of Color
Get to know Gloria Perez, president and CEO of the Women's Foundation of Minnesota, and learn what inspires her life-changing work.
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Published 3/26/2020
The Resilience of the Nonprofit Sector Shines Through
Get inspired by the inventive ways local nonprofits are engaging and serving their communities during the pandemic.
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Published 3/25/2020
Take the Census & Shape Your Community
Take the 2020 Census. Now, more than ever, it is important to make sure your voice is heard and that you are counted.
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Published 3/18/2020
Minnesota Disaster Recovery Fund Launched
Minnesota Council on Foundations and Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation Launch $4.4mil Minnesota Disaster Recovery Fund for Coronavirus
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Published 3/13/2020
Our COVID-19 Update
Our top priority is the health and safety of our staff, donors, grantees, partners — and the community at large.
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Published 3/12/2020
Power of Relationships
Here's how one Professional Advisor helped open 100 funds with the Foundation.
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Published 3/11/2020
WINGS to Soar
WINGS provides Northfield women and youth with the financial resources they need to fly.
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Published 3/03/2020
Foundation Announces Executive Promotions
Melanie Hoffert and Nadege Souvenir assume new roles at Minnesota’s largest community foundation.
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Published 2/25/2020
How to Answer Your Clients' Top Five Giving Questions
The Foundation answers some of the top questions your clients are going to ask about their giving this year.
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Published 2/18/2020
Investing in Housing
Housing is the foundation for stable families and vibrant communities. We are focused on three key strategies to address homelessness and create access to affordable housing.
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Published 2/18/2020
No Place Like Home
Model Cities creates an ideal community for residents like Melkua and Pamela at the BROWNstone in Saint Paul.
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Published 2/17/2020
Walking in the Footsteps of Family
Robin Hickman-Winfield uses the works of her great-uncle, Gordon Parks, to educate youth on the importance of narrative change.
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Published 2/11/2020
Why Tax Time is the Right Time to Talk Charitable Giving
Here are eight tips to start the conversation about charitable giving with your clients.
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