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Published 2/20/2026
Uncertain Times Call for Thoughtful Giving
Here are a few ways you can stay grounded and generous when the world feels unpredictable.
Published 2/19/2026
The Charitable Gift of Life Insurance
Create a charitable legacy by donating a gift of life insurance.
Published 2/04/2026
Giving Back in 2026: Maximizing Your Impact Amidst Changing Tax Rules
Here are six new tax incentives to discuss with your advisors to ensure they help you make the most of your giving.
Published 1/12/2026
Kick Off 2026 with a Charitable Giving Checklist
Here are three thoughtful actions that can bring clarity and confidence to your giving at the beginning of the year.
Published 12/18/2025
Important Year-End Giving Dates for Donors
As you make plans for your 2025 year-end fund contributions and grant recommendations, please keep in mind these important dates.
Published 12/17/2025
2025: Bold Change, Bigger Impact
2025 ignited transformation — new strategies, grant and investment opportunities and a dynamic, new President & CEO, Chanda Smith Baker.
Published 11/18/2025
Women of Faith in Philanthropy — Legacy, Leadership and the Future
A panel event showcased how women of faith are poised to shape and enrich the philanthropic landscape, as they have for generations.
Published 10/29/2025
Strengthening Democracy: Community Voices and Civic Engagement in Minnesota
Here’s how philanthropy, local leadership and trusted news can shape Minnesota’s democratic future.
Published 9/15/2025
Is a Donor Advised Fund with a Community Foundation Right for You?
Answers to the following five questions will determine if a donor advised fund may be right for you.
Published 9/12/2025
Donating Stock to Support Your Favorite Charities
Did you know that donating stock can grow your charitable impact and support your favorite nonprofit organizations?
Published 8/18/2025
Investing in the Future: Supporting Nonprofit Sustainability and Capacity Building
Investing in nonprofit sustainability is one of the most generous and strategic choices a donor can make.
Published 8/11/2025
Inspiring Generosity in the Arts
At a recent Giving+Together event, art leaders addressed the economic and cultural benefits of the arts in our lives.