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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Responding to Emerging Needs through the OneMPLS Fund
Through the OneMPLS Fund, we have witnessed firsthand the power of a collective impact fund that can respond nimbly to community needs.
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2020-2021 Grantmaking Cycle
Explore Fourth Generation’s 2020-2021 grantmaking cycle, which focused on economic justice.
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Fourth Generation Kick-Off Events
Fourth Generation’s 12th grantmaking cycle kicks off by sharing details on how to become a member and an opportunity to vote for this year’s grantmaking topic.
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Fourth Generation Awards $80,000 in Economic Justice Grants
Funding will support eight local groups that are working on the group’s chosen community issue of the year.
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Grants Awarded to Advance Equity
The Jay and Rose Phillips Family Foundation of Minnesota awarded $321,000 in grants to advance economic empowerment and education equity in North Minneapolis.
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Graze 4 Good Virtual Event Series
Graze 4 Good is a unique fundraiser that pairs the Twin Cities’ vibrant food community with emerging philanthropists eager to make a difference, all in support of Fourth Generation.
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First Round of Racial and Economic Justice Grants Awarded
$3,320,000 in grants were awarded to 84 local organizations that are doing innovative work to advance racial and economic justice.
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OneMPLS Rebuild: Friends of the Global Market
In October 2020, the OneMPLS Fund awarded grants to BIPOC-owned businesses grappling with the dual crises of COVID-19 and the killing of George Floyd. Learn more about one grant recipient, Friends of the Global Market.
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Community Resilience Supported by the OneMPLS Fund
Since its inception in 2018, the OneMPLS Fund has enabled people and businesses to respond quickly and flexibly to community needs.
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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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