Facing Race Awards Press Kit
2025 Award Recipient Press Materials
The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of its 2025 Facing Race Awards, honoring five Minnesota-based anti-racism advocates who have made notable strides toward fostering a state where all communities and people thrive. The award recipients are:
- Alexs Pate
- Nate Smith
- Kathy Sublett
- Sai Thao
- Patricia Torres Ray
Nominations for the Facing Race Awards are open to the public each year. The 2025 recipients were chosen by a selection committee made up of community members, including past Facing Race Award recipients.
Established in 2007, the Foundation’s Facing Race Awards honor Minnesota’s anti-racism advocates who work tirelessly to change the narrative on race and create communities where everyone feels safe, valued and respected.
Recipient announcement press release [PDF]
Recipient biographies [PDF]
“This year our Facing Race Award recipients share a common thread – they are all working to dismantle systemic barriers and build systems where all people can thrive.”
Chanda Smith Baker, president & CEO
