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A Vibrant Minnesota
We inspire generosity, advocate for equity and invest in
community-led solutions. Together, these three pillars
guide our work in and for Minnesota and the Twin Cities’ East Metro.
Who We Are
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.
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Donors
Make the most impact with your charitable dollars. Learn why we are the choice partner for thousands of donors.
Professional Advisors
You can expect that we will take great care of your clients to ensure their unique giving visions are realized.
Nonprofits
Through grants and partnership, we support innovative organizations across the state of Minnesota.
Our Impact
Combined Charitable Assets
The largest community foundation in the state
Grants Given
To organizations, initiatives and projects
Minnesota Counties
Organizations throughout the state received grants
Granted
To communities by the Foundation and our partners
Featured Stories
Board Member Feature: Equity through a Sports Lens
Learn how board member Miguel Ramos’ experiences shaped his work in diversity, equity & inclusion.
Read Miguel's story
Equity at Work
Nadege Souvenir shares how the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation internally advocates for equity.
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Three Generations of Giving
Giving has become a family tradition for fundholder Christine Noonan. "The idea of setting aside a fund at the Foundation is a way for us to be thoughtful, more intentional and more planful in our giving,” she says.
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Stories From Our Community
Building an Environmentally and Socially Equitable Community
Learn how Board Member Mary Jane Melendez’s passion for giving shaped her career in sustainability and social impact.
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How to Have Conversations About Estate Planning
Tara Mattessich, shareholder at Larkin Hoffman, shares her tips and tricks for discussing philanthropy with clients.
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How the Minnesota Disaster Recovery Fund Made a Statewide Impact
See the statewide impact and learnings from the Minnesota Disaster Recovery Fund for coronavirus.
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Response to Derek Chauvin Trial
The Foundation wants to acknowledge the emotional impact that the Derek Chauvin trial has had on our entire community. As such, we are planning to pause our daily operations to create a period of respite.
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