This Present Moment

In This Present Moment, our president and CEO Dr. Eric Jolly talks with leaders from around Minnesota to share stories of generosity, inspiration and courage with you.

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A Vibrant Minnesota

We inspire generosity, advocate for equity and invest in
community-led solutions. Together, these three strategic pillars
guide our work in and for Minnesota and the Twin Cities’ East Metro.

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Partnership for a ConnectedMN

This public-private partnership aims to bridge the digital divide by supplying tech devices and internet access to families with school-age children across the state.

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Neighborhood House Connected MN

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.

Our Impact

$1.6B

Combined Charitable Assets

The largest community foundation in the state

8,575

Grants Given

To organizations, initiatives and projects

17

Community Affiliates

Providing regional granting and donor involvement opportunities

$82M

Granted

To communities by the Foundation and our partners

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Donors

Make the most impact with your philanthropic 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.

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Grant Applications Open

Our Building Community Capacity grants are responsive to community-identified priorities in the East Metro (Dakota, Ramsey and Washington counties).

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Nonprofits Put Recovery Funds to Use

Here are four examples of organizations that have used Minnesota Disaster Recovery Fund (MDRF) grants for important community needs.

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Celebrating 80 Years of Impact

Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation President & CEO Dr. Eric Jolly reflects on our eight decades of work to create a just and vibrant Minnesota where all people and communities thrive.

Celebrate Our 80th Anniversary

Stories From Our Community

Reading recommendations

Summer Reads and Listens for Professional Advisors

Check out our staff recommendations for articles and podcasts to stay on top of the CARES Act and financial advising.

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Giving is a Family Affair

Sue, a fundholder at the Foundation, shares her personal, family-focused approach to giving.

Martin County Area Foundation

Creating a Relief Fund in Greater Minnesota

Learn more about the Martin County Area Foundation and their transformational work in Martin County in This Present Moment.

Keystone Community Services volunteers in the back of a mobile food pantry

Bridging Social Distancing through Innovation

Watch how Keystone Community Services is innovating to meet community needs.