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.
A community foundation is only as good as its connection to the community. That’s what we do best.
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.
LEARN WHAT WE DOHere’s how one southern Minnesota farmer turned his crops into resources for the community.
"I’d been donating for a while through the grain elevator, but I found a much easier way by donating grain to the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation,” John says.
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Chief Investment Officer Shannon O’Leary discusses how the Foundation’s investment strategy promotes equity.
Hear how our Investments team pursues investment opportunities that incorporate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) as well as Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) measurements in their strategy — all while realizing strong returns.
WATCH THE VIDEOThe Management Improvement Fund offers grants for technical assistance and consultation to help improve the capacity and management of nonprofits in the East Metro and Greater Minnesota.
Grants up to $10,000 can be used to offset the expenses of vital capacity-building work like strategic planning, board development and organizational assessments for small to midsize nonprofits. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
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Make 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.
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To organizations, initiatives and projects
Organizations throughout the state received grants
To communities by the Foundation and our partners
Here’s how the Foundation is advocating for equity by updating our grantmaking methodology.
Learn MoreNew fund will support Ramsey County’s initiative to reduce non-public safety-related traffic stops.
Learn MoreHere’s how to make non-cash assets part of your nonprofit’s fundraising plan.
Learn MoreHere's how you can help your clients as they pivot their giving to better support their community.
Learn MoreLearn how Lisa and Jerry O'Brien turned their condominium into continuous support for their favorite causes.
Learn MoreOur response to the proposed Accelerating Charitable Giving (ACE) Act
Learn MoreChief Investment Officer Shannon O’Leary participated in a global panel discussion on sustainable investment trends.
Watch the videoWith a technique known as gift bunching, you can maintain your charitable impact while realizing potential tax benefits.
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