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Published 1/15/2025
President & CEO Eric Jolly Announces 2025 Retirement
Eric J. Jolly, Ph.D., President and CEO of the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation since 2015, will retire midyear. Read his letter to the community.
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Published 1/09/2025
From Lab to Stage: Kenji Shoemaker's Unique Path in Theater
There’s a unique art and science to prop and stage design. These skills helped former scientist Kenji Shoemaker switch careers, showcasing his talents behind the curtains.
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Published 1/09/2025
Open Arms of Minnesota: Delivering Hope, One Meal at a Time
Learn how one organization is changing lives with medically tailored meals.
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Published 1/08/2025
We’re Moving in 2025
On January 21, 2025, the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation will relocate to Osborn370, a dynamic hub of innovation and diversity in downtown Saint Paul.
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Published 1/08/2025
Foundation Welcomes Susie Brown as Managing Director, Client Foundations
The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation announced that Susie Brown will join the Foundation as Managing Director, Client Foundations.
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Published 12/18/2024
2024: A Year of Partnership and Innovation
In 2024 we worked closely with various community partners such as nonprofit organizations, fundholders and fellow foundations to continue envisioning an equitable, just and vibrant Minnesota where all communities and people thrive.
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Published 12/02/2024
Foundations Announce $10.3 Million in 2024 Second-Round Community Grants
Grants will provide crucial funding resources to community organizations making a tangible difference in the lives of individuals and families across the East Metro and Greater Minnesota.
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Published 11/13/2024
Sara Ochs: Bridging Theater and Music in a New Artistic Journey
Sara Ochs is a multidisciplinary theater artist and songwriter. With support from Art in This Present Moment, Sara will be exploring her talents as a songwriter, writing new music and potentially a one woman play.
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Published 11/01/2024
Staging Community: Building a Supportive Ecosystem for Local Theater
Learn how you can go from audience to advocate by supporting organizations like Exposed Brick Theatre.
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Published 10/24/2024
Mother and Son Duet Bridges the Gap Between Old and New
Mothers often have close relationships with their sons, but in the case of Maria Biagetti Cortez and Vladimir Garrido-Biagetti, that bond is deeply immersed in their culture and music.
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Published 10/22/2024
2024 Bush Prize: Minnesota Winners
Congratulations to these Minnesota nonprofit organizations recognized for their strong histories of innovation and community problem solving.
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Published 10/17/2024
How to Help Your Clients Choose a Donor Advised Fund Provider
See what five factors to consider when helping your clients choose a DAF provider and how provider services compare.
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