Cultivating
change
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Who
We Are
The Minneapolis Foundation cultivates generosity by driving action for the greatest civic, social, and economic needs. We partner with nonprofits, facilitate grantmaking, drive research and advocacy, and provide services to donors seeking to make a difference.
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FOURTH GENERATION AWARDS 2024 GRANTS, ANNOUNCES NEXT FOCUS ISSUE
The giving circle has chosen youth-led initiatives as the focus of its upcoming 2024-25 grant cycle.
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$3.1 MILLION IN RACIAL AND ECONOMIC JUSTICE GRANTS AWARDED
$3,184,900 in grants were awarded to 79 local organizations that are advancing racial and economic justice in the Twin Cities.
Learn MoreOur history of driving civic and social change can be felt locally and globally—and will be for generations to come.
$98M
Given in annual grants
70%
Of giving goes to Minnesota-based organizations
1,567
Fundholders in our generous community
$1B
Total assets under management
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