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The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation partners with thousands of donors, nonprofit organizations and community members to help us meet our aspiration: An equitable, just and vibrant Minnesota where all people and communities thrive.

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Announcing the 2025 Facing Race Award Recipients

The Facing Race Awards recognize anti-racism advocates in Minnesota working for justice and equity.

Join us in celebrating our 2025 Facing Race Award recipients: Alexs Pate, Nate Smith, Kathy Sublett, Sai Thao and Patricia Torres Ray!

Meet the award recipients
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Chanda's Letter to Community

A note from our new President & CEO

Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation President & CEO Chanda Smith Baker shares a note to community on her first day leading the Foundation.

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MN Forward Pooled Funds Awards $1.35 Million in Grants

Grant funding to 27 groups supported projects in two categories: Fortify Grants and Futuring Grants.

The MN Forward Pooled Fund was started by a collaborative of funders for organizations and coalitions with annual or program budgets of $3 million or less.

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Impact in Action: Arts

At the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation, we believe art is a driving force behind community connection and economic vitality.

Protecting and investing in the arts is critical to Minnesota’s future – especially as we strive for thriving, healthy and equitable communities. Program Officer Sharon DeMark shares more about our commitment to the arts.

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Announcing Nearly $14 Million in Grants

The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation and our partners announce recent grants.

Together with F. R. Bigelow Foundation and Mardag Foundation, we awarded nearly $14 million through 456 grants.

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Warroad RiverPlace: Where Art Meets Community Engagement

When Warroad RiverPlace opened in 2024, over 1,100 people attended its grand welcoming — remarkable for a town of 2,000.

From conception to construction, this arts and culture nonprofit organization off the banks of the Warroad River is just as much a part of the community as the people it serves.

Meet the Nonprofit
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Serving Our Community

Donors

Donors

Make the most impact with your charitable giving. Learn why our community foundation is the choice partner for thousands of donors.

Professional Advisors

Professional Advisors

You can count on us to be a trusted partner — supporting you and your clients to ensure their unique giving goals are achieved.

Nonprofits

Nonprofits

Through grants, endowment funds and partnership, we support innovative nonprofit organizations across Minnesota.

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Grant Opportunities

The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation and our partners F. R. Bigelow Foundation and Mardag Foundation offer a variety of grant programs to support nonprofits meeting diverse community needs across the East Metro and Minnesota.

New grant application processes and updated funding priorities for our application-based grant programs will take effect in 2026. View our grant redesign hub for the latest information.

In addition, we offer grant programs with rolling application dates, including the Community Sharing Fund and Management Improvement Fund, and opportunities as a community grant partner of the Bush Foundation.

Our Impact

9,000

Grants given

To organizations, initiatives and projects in 2024

$197M

Granted

To communities by the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation in 2024

3,444

Organizations

receiving grants in 2024

$1.9B

Combined charitable assets

The largest community foundation in the state

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Stories From Our Community

Read Brass Solidarity: Bringing Music to George Floyd Square

Brass Solidarity: Bringing Music to George Floyd Square

Trumpet player Butchy Austin and his band, Brass Solidarity, use their sound for good every Monday in George Floyd Square.

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Read Empowering Women Through Financial Coaching

Empowering Women Through Financial Coaching

Joan Gilles of Financial Planning Partners is helping women strengthen their financial approach and amplify their impact.

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Read Minnesota Latino Museum: Celebrating Mexican and Latino Art and Culture

Minnesota Latino Museum: Celebrating Mexican and Latino Art and Culture

Learn how one organization is establishing an arts and cultural landmark in Saint Paul.

See the Highlights
Read Announcing Our 2025 Facing Race Award Recipients

Announcing Our 2025 Facing Race Award Recipients

This year’s awards recognize five Minnesotans building solutions that unite instead of divide from Saint Paul and Minneapolis to Duluth and Winona.

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Read Is a Donor Advised Fund Right for You?

Is a Donor Advised Fund with a Community Foundation Right for You?

Answers to the following five questions will determine if a donor advised fund may be right for you.

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Read Donating Stock to Support Your Favorite Charities

Donating Stock to Support Your Favorite Charities

Did you know that donating stock can grow your charitable impact and support your favorite nonprofit organizations?

See How
Read Making Red Wing an Arts & Culture Destination

Making Red Wing an Arts & Culture Destination

Art adds value to every community – and in Red Wing, Minnesota, a collaboration is bolstering economic growth and cultural vibrancy.

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Read A Letter from Chanda On Her First Day

A Letter from Chanda On Her First Day

Chanda Smith Baker, Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation President & CEO, shares a note to community on her first day leading the Foundation.

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