Building a Vibrant Minnesota
As Minnesota’s largest community foundation, we inspire generosity, advocate for equity and invest in community-led solutions. This purpose guides our work in and for Minnesota and the Twin Cities’ East Metro.
We are a partner to thousands of donors and nonprofit organizations working to help us meet our aspiration: A just and vibrant Minnesota where all people and communities thrive.
Learn about the $7 million in state funding awarded to projects throughout Saint Paul.
The program supported 42 Saint Paul nonprofits and businesses that faced immense challenges the past four years due to the pandemic, civil unrest and other obstacles.
Read The ReportThe Bush Prize recognizes organizations that have a culture of innovation and a history of successful community problem solving.
Applications will be accepted April 1 - May 31 at 12 p.m. View award eligibility, application questions, selection criteria and how to apply.
Learn about the AwardAt this early juncture in the year, collaboration continues to be an important thread in our work.
President & CEO Eric J. Jolly, Ph.D., talks about two new community partners and welcomes four new staff at the Foundation who happen to have partnership at the center of their work.
Hear from Dr. JollyHave you ever wondered how a community foundation works or how it differs from other organizations?
A community foundation exists to meet the specific and unique needs of the places and people it serves — and for the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation, that’s Minnesota and all who call it home.
Learn about community foundationsListen to Season 3, Episode 9 of I So Appreciate You!, as Melanie and Nadege wrap and reflect on this season.
Co-hosts Nadege Souvenir and Melanie Hoffert wrap up season 3, reflect on this season’s guests, and finally share Nadege’s exciting news.
Listen NowLearn how one couple’s gift of real estate will support young library patrons for future generations.
Inspired by the work of The Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library, Scott and Kathy chose to create their own legacy through a charitable gift in their will.
Read their StoryMake the most impact with your charitable dollars. Learn why we are the choice partner for thousands of donors.
You can expect that we will take great care of your clients to ensure their unique giving visions are realized.
Through grants and partnership, we support innovative organizations across the state of Minnesota.
The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation and our partners F. R. Bigelow Foundation and Mardag Foundation offer a variety of grant opportunities to support nonprofits meeting the diverse community needs across the East Metro and Minnesota.
We offer two Building Community Capacity grant rounds a year. Our second grant round of 2024 opens on July 15, 2024, and closes Aug. 7, 2024. We also offer other grant programs with rolling application dates.
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The largest community foundation in the state