Economic Mobility
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Our Commitment to Advancing Economic Mobility
Recognizing today’s challenges, the Minneapolis Foundation is launching an updated version of the Racial and Economic Justice grant program that incorporates feedback about the need for more flexible resources to support organizations that advance economic mobility.
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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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2025 Economic Mobility – Capacity Building Grants
The Minneapolis Foundation announces a call for proposals from organizations that advance economic mobility. Our 2025 grants will focus on capacity building and operating support as these organizations adjust to changes in the funding and policy landscape.
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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A better Lake Street?
The state announced a second round of Main Street funding totaling $16.75 million. A yet-undetermined figure will also go to small-business recovery in Minneapolis, Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park.
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Statement on Second Round of Main Street Funding
This funding is a critical investment in diverse communities that must be rebuilt for the economic engine of Minnesota to thrive.
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Changing Minnesota’s Racial Narrative
BLCK Press is a news organization that creates opportunities for early career journalists of color, empowering them to tell authentic stories that transform the racial narrative. They received a Racial and Economic Justice grant from the Minneapolis Foundation in 2022.
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OneMPLS: The Minnesota Housing Partnership
The Minnesota Housing Partnership advocates for equitable housing policy, conducts research to inform solutions, and delivers community development services throughout the US.
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$4.2 Million Awarded in Racial and Economic Justice Grants
The Minneapolis Foundation awarded $4,207,570 in grants to 86 local organizations that are advancing racial and economic justice in the Twin Cities.
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Main Street Grants Webinar
Join staff members of the Minneapolis Foundation, LISC, and Propel as they go over the details of the Main Street Economic Revitalization grant round and answer questions.
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Main Street Grants Will Support Small Business Recovery
In partnership with LISC Twin Cities and Propel Nonprofits, the Minneapolis Foundation will administer grants for projects in the business corridors worst hit by COVID-19 and the destruction following George Floyd’s murder.
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First Children’s Finance
The Minneapolis Foundation approved a innovative grant to First Children's Finance for Community Conversations. It addresses a pressing issue given the shortage of childcare spots in the metro area and across the state.
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OneMPLS Grants Strengthen Local Nonprofits
These grants will enhance the capacity of small and medium-sized nonprofits that provide critical services to diverse communities in Minneapolis and inner-ring suburbs.
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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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