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You have the power to change lives through your giving. But how can you see the most good from your donation? Welcome to the world of Minnesota Community Foundation and The Saint Paul Foundation. We're two community foundations, working together to create a new era of impact through charitable giving. By mobilizing our resources, we're building strong communities, where all people can find hope and opportunities to enrich their lives.
News & Publications
March 10, 2010
ECHO's English, Hmong, Spanish and Somali Hunger Relief shows made possible with a grant from The Saint Paul Foundation
Check out a compilation of the Hunger Relief shows ECHO created in English, Hmong, Spanish and Somali with a grant from The Saint Paul Foundation’s Community Economic Relief Fund. Watch the video here.
March 2, 2010
Racial Equity Resources Directory Launches
Minnesota Compass and The Saint Paul Foundation announce the launch of a racial equity resource directory that can assist organizations and individuals take action to end racism. Read more
February 10, 2010
Seeking Nominations for Engaged Philanthropist Award
Nomination forms are now available for the new Engaged Philanthropist Award, co-sponsored by Minnesota Community Foundation and Social Venture Partners. If you know an exemplary engaged philanthropist you'd like to nominate, please click here for more information.
February 3, 2010
MNSights: Innovation in Philanthropy
The legendary innovator Steve Jobs said that innovation is what distinguishes leaders from followers. In this issue of MNSights, we explore some of the Foundations' innovative ideas for building on Minnesota's longtime status as a national leader in philanthropy. Download this issue now
January 29, 2010
Engaged Philanthropist Award
Our newest partner-driven effort is the Engaged Philanthropist Award. In partnership with Social Venture Partners Minnesota, we are creating the new award to showcase the work of philanthropists who have had exceptional impact in their community. We will present the award at the Engaged Philanthropist Conference in June. More details to follow at the SVP website.
Community Economic Relief Fund
The Foundations are funding strategic projects with specific nonprofits that have capacity to reach thousands of people who are desperately in need of support. Read more
Fund for Teachers grants: Apply now
Guidelines and applications are available on the Saint Paul Public Schools website. Click here to apply
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