Economic Mobility
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The Wheels of Economics
We recently teamed up with the Destination Northside Coalition to offer our fundholders an up-close look at development projects in North Minneapolis.
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A Church's Legacy of Generosity
Watch this video to see how the Minneapolis Foundation ensured the legacy of a historic Hopkins church lived on after it closed its doors and how it connected with local organizations.
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Fueling Economic Mobility in 2024
We invest in community-led efforts to disrupt inequitable practices and systems, stabilize communities, and advance racial and economic justice.
Our economic systems should be fair and position everyone to achieve financial stability and build wealth. Learn how we support efforts to stabilize communities and dismantle inequities in our economy.
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GRANTS THAT CHAMPION THE NEEDS OF WOMEN
The WCA Foundation recently awarded $670,080 in grants to 26 organizations that provide direct services to women addressing economic stability, education, shelter, safety, and health.
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Supporting Rural Communities
Watch this video to see how two families are using the production and sale of honey and maple syrup to fuel a charitable fund.
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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.
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WCA FOUNDATION NAMES NEW COHORT OF GRANTEE PARTNERS
A cohort of six local organizations serving women will receive unrestricted funding for two years as part of the WCA Foundation’s new approach to grantmaking.
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SUPPORTING THE ECONOMIC VISIONS OF MINNESOTANS
See how the Main Street grants are helping communities in Minneapolis and nearby suburbs build for the future.
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Building for the Future
The projects and businesses fueled by Main Street Economic Revitalization grants provide a diverse array of services that reflect the needs of their neighborhoods and the dreams of the Minnesotans behind them.
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Advancing Racial and Economic Justice in 2022-2023
Through investments ranging from grants to convenings, we support community-led efforts to disrupt inequitable systems, close racial wealth gaps, and stabilize communities. See our 2022-2023 highlights.
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OneMPLS Fund in 2022-2023
This collective impact fund pools money from people and businesses throughout our community to respond nimbly to pressing needs. See our 2022-2023 highlights.
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Stepping into Homeownership
In 2023-2024, the OneMPLS Fund will focus on fair and affordable housing. Watch this story about how the fund is supporting Hope Community.
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The Minneapolis Foundation today announced $3,184,900 in grants to 79 local organizations that are advancing racial and economic justice in the Twin Cities.
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