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Published 11/10/2020
Foundations Present “Art In This Present Moment”
Projects by Minnesota’s Black, Indigenous, and People of Color artists portray personal narratives addressing diversity, identity and today’s societal issues.
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Published 11/04/2020
Foundation Welcomes Cheniqua Johnson and Gina Suarez Reyes
New positions create pathway for future leadership in philanthropy dedicated to strengthening communities.
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Published 10/06/2020
2020 Facing Race Award Honorees Named
Twin Cities PBS will televise this year’s recognition honoring Minnesota anti-racism activists; the show will feature special guest Jonathan Capehart.
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Published 9/23/2020
Partnership for a ConnectedMN Awards $2.1 Million in Grants
23 organizations serving digital access needs of Minnesota students receive grants.
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Published 8/26/2020
Foundation Elects New 2021 Board Members
The Foundation announced the election of four new members to its board of directors.
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Published 8/24/2020
MCF and the Foundation Award Final Round of MDRF Grant Funding
In total, the Minnesota Disaster Recovery Fund for coronavirus has supported 93 organizations and awarded over $11.4 million.
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Published 8/18/2020
“Art In This Present Moment” Created in Support of BIPOC Artists
Initiative seeks to amplify the voices and experiences of Minnesota artists by placing a spotlight on their music, dance and visual arts.
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Published 8/10/2020
Criminal Justice Is a Public Health Issue
Huda Ahmed plans to transform Minnesota’s criminal justice system through a public health lens.
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Published 6/30/2020
Public-Private Partnership to Support Student Connectivity Needs
The state is working with philanthropic and business leaders to focus on device and connection needs.
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Published 6/25/2020
Three Organizations Grant $2.5 Million to Help Rebuild The Twin Cities
Funds support small businesses in cultural corridors
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Published 6/05/2020
Three Organizations Work to Transform the Criminal Justice System
Organizations launch emergency “Twin Cities Rebuild for the Future Fund,” already at $1 million.
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Published 6/03/2020
MCF and the Foundation Award Over $3 Million in Grants
Grants for COVID-19 nonprofit recovery and community resilience focus on Twin Cities BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color) community recovery efforts.
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