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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Ensuring Women Survive and Thrive
The WCA Foundation awarded grants to 18 organizations focused on meeting the fundamental needs of women through economic stability, education, shelter, safety, and health programs and initiatives.
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West Bank Fund Awards Capacity-Building Grants
$19,000 in one-time capacity building grants was granted to ten organizations that provide services to residents living in the West Bank neighborhood of Minneapolis.
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$3.4 Million Awarded in Racial and Economic Justice Grants
Grants will go to 81 local organizations that are advancing racial and economic justice in the Twin Cities. This was a competitive process, with applications reviewed by a committee of Foundation staff and community members.
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Women Fueling Change
The WCA Foundation awarded $432,500 in grants to 17 organizations focused on meeting the fundamental needs of women through economic stability, education, shelter, safety and health programs and initiatives.
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Lutunji Abram
Lutunji Abram has created multiple businesses, including Lutunji’s Palate Bakery & Cafe. In this episode, Chanda talked to Lutunji about her journey to becoming an entrepreneur and the power of finding your purpose.
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Scholarship Funds Invest in Black Leadership
Through its scholarship program, a fraternity of African American professionals demonstrates the power of collective giving.
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Redeveloped building providing new opportunities for Black entrepreneurs
Fox 9 recently covered the redevelopment of the 927 building and the important collaborative effort focused on expanding Black ownership opportunities on the northside.
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North Minneapolis has another neighborhood-changing renovation
Learn about the 927 Building rennovation—a project from our partners at the Phillips Family Foundation.
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Racial and Economic Justice on Lake Street
With people across our community, we are supporting local businesses as they continue to rebound from the turmoil of 2020.
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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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