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Published 1/27/2021
The Importance of an Eviction Moratorium
In this guest blog post, the Volunteer Lawyers Network (VLN) explains how an eviction moratorium has helped Minnesotans keep safe and secure housing throughout the pandemic.
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Published 1/19/2021
Pahoua Yang Hoffman on Community Impact in 2021
The Community Impact team leader reflects her first seven months on the job and the needs of the year ahead.
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Published 1/15/2021
How a Rural Attorney Built Her Practice
Attorney Abby Leach shares her views on the importance of community foundations and charitable giving in a rural community.
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Published 1/12/2021
Foundations Announce Nearly $7 Million in Grants Statewide
Grants will help nonprofits remain responsive and resilient after a challenging year.
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Published 1/05/2021
2020: A Year Unlike Any Other
In the face of the challenges of 2020, we experienced unparalleled generosity from our donors and innovation from our staff as we responded quickly to meet the needs of our community.
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Published 1/05/2021
Foundation Names Ellen Brownell Associate Vice President, Director of Investments
Ellen will be responsible for assisting the chief investment officer in all aspects of portfolio management.
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Published 12/02/2020
Navigating Digital Learning in a Changing Landscape
Here are three innovative ways the nonprofit sector is addressing gaps in access to technology and internet resources needed for online learning.
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Published 11/19/2020
Art as Healing
White Bear Center for the Arts is on a mission to create healing during the pandemic.
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Published 11/17/2020
Retirement Assets
Gift planner Elizabeth McCray breaks down the three most common ways donors are giving retirement assets to the causes they care about.
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Published 11/16/2020
Announcing the Frontline Families Fund
Fund will provide financial support to families of frontline healthcare workers who have lost their lives to COVID-19.
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Published 11/12/2020
Partnerships That Shine
Deb Foster, executive director of the Ain Dah Yung Center, shares how collective visions can lead to positive outcomes for youth.
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Published 11/10/2020
Helping Children Reach Their Full Potential
Minnesota nonprofits discuss the importance of early childhood development.
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Published 11/10/2020
Foundations Present “Art In This Present Moment”
Projects by Minnesota’s Black, Indigenous, and People of Color artists portray personal narratives addressing diversity, identity and today’s societal issues.
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Published 11/09/2020
Brownbody
Artists develop the score to Tracing Sacred Steps, which Brownbody initially presented in April 2019 as a work-in-progress.
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Published 11/09/2020
Indigenous Roots
A new mural in Saint Paul celebrates four Twin Cities multicultural women dancers and the strength, beauty & power we hold when uniting our communities together.
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Published 11/09/2020
Penumbra Theatre
Penumbra company member Hannibal Lokumbe composed an original score for a video in tribute to George Floyd and all of the victims of state-sanctioned violence. Sarah Bellamy wrote the narrative and she and Lou Bellamy provide the voice overs.
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Published 11/06/2020
Gizhiigin Arts Incubator
Artists Clyde Estey, Jr., and Kent Estey collaborate on a work reflective of their shared artistic upbringing in the White Earth Nation.
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Published 11/04/2020
Generosity: It's How You Give
In this video message, Dr. Jolly shares stories that have shaped his life and forever altered his views on generosity.
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Published 11/04/2020
Foundation Welcomes Cheniqua Johnson and Gina Suarez Reyes
New positions create pathway for future leadership in philanthropy dedicated to strengthening communities.
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Published 11/03/2020
Million Artist Movement
Million Artist Movement worked on two collaborative art projects – a quilt sourced from community and a project based around food sovereignty.
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Published 11/02/2020
TruArtSpeaks
TruArtSpeaks highlights the work of a dancer and ceramicist who center the Black experience in their art.
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Published 10/30/2020
Monkeybear's Harmolodic Workshop
Artists created a shadow puppet piece to share narratives and stories from the uprising in the Twin Cities.
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Published 10/30/2020
Walker West
Walker West Music Academy worked with musician William E. Duncan to bring a new composition to life.
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Published 10/29/2020
Soomaal House of Art
This Minneapolis-based Somali artists’ collective supports a growing number of emerging and established Somali artists.
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Published 10/22/2020
AICHO
Artists painted a mural that aims to bring color and life to Duluth’s Lincoln Park neighborhood, utilizing Anishinaabe symbolism to shed light on the city’s Indigenous history.
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Published 10/21/2020
Catalyst Arts
Artists form a collaborative on a Black/queer living & cultural experience in an RV while following their acting, writing and filmmaking dreams.
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Published 10/12/2020
Giving with Intention
Through her donor advised fund, Mya Honeywell designed a creative way to engage her clients while giving back to her community.
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Published 10/12/2020
Q&A With Clayton Chan
The estate planning lawyer shares his views on charitable giving, community foundations and helping clients achieve their goals.
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Published 10/12/2020
Don’t You Feel It Too?
Don’t You Feel It Too? is a movement meditation practice, and part of our Art In This Present Moment series.
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Published 10/06/2020
2020 Facing Race Award Honorees Named
Twin Cities PBS will televise this year’s recognition honoring Minnesota anti-racism activists; the show will feature special guest Jonathan Capehart.
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Published 10/01/2020
Why I’m Voting
Nausheena Hussain, executive director of RISE, shares why voting matters.
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Published 9/23/2020
Partnership for a ConnectedMN Awards $2.1 Million in Grants
23 organizations serving digital access needs of Minnesota students receive grants.
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Published 9/21/2020
How Four Donors Responded to the Pandemic
Donors shift their giving to meet community needs.
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Published 9/21/2020
Engaging Donors During Times of Uncertainty
Here's how to manage the challenges of talking to donors about planned giving during a pandemic.
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Published 9/18/2020
How the SECURE and CARES Acts Affect Charitable Gift Planning
You can help your clients make the most out of their gifts with the recent changes to the rules on charitable giving.
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Published 9/14/2020
Advocating for Racial Equity in Minnesota Classrooms
Learn more about MNEEP and its work to empower students to reach their full academic potential in This Present Moment.
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Published 9/10/2020
Changing the Narratives of Black, Indigenous & People of Color Through Art
The Twin Cities Theatres of Color Coalition discusses the role performing arts plays in social change.
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Published 9/08/2020
Participating in a Greater Vision for Minnesota
Learn more about COPAL and its work to build civic engagement in the Latinx community in This Present Moment.
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Published 8/31/2020
Building a Connected Community of Leaders
Learn more about AALF, and its work building strong community leaders in This Present Moment.
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Published 8/28/2020
Five Tips to Prepare Your Clients for End-of-year Giving
We’re here to help you and your client meet your year-end goals.
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Published 8/26/2020
Foundation Elects New 2021 Board Members
The Foundation announced the election of four new members to its board of directors.
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Published 8/24/2020
MCF and the Foundation Award Final Round of MDRF Grant Funding
In total, the Minnesota Disaster Recovery Fund for coronavirus has supported 93 organizations and awarded over $11.4 million.
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Published 8/24/2020
Community Sharing Fund Celebrates 40 Years
Hear from Program Manager Arbadella Williams and others how Community Sharing Fund has made a difference for 40 years.
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Published 8/19/2020
Four Tips to Engage Your Clients in Family Giving
Talking to clients about multigenerational giving can increase satisfaction and build your practice.
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Published 8/18/2020
Donor Q&A: Ray
A lifelong volunteer and community mentor shares his philosophy on the importance of giving.
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Published 8/18/2020
“Art In This Present Moment” Created in Support of BIPOC Artists
Initiative seeks to amplify the voices and experiences of Minnesota artists by placing a spotlight on their music, dance and visual arts.
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Published 8/17/2020
Giving As a Way of Life
Abby, a former social worker, and her husband, Ken, turned the sale of a business into a legacy of giving that spans generations.
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Published 8/12/2020
Using Stock to Support Your Favorite Charities
Did you know that you can donate stock as a way to grow your fund and support your favorite nonprofit organizations?
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Published 8/12/2020
Pivot Your Fundraising
Here are three giving strategies you can talk to donors about during times of uncertainty.
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Published 8/10/2020
Criminal Justice Is a Public Health Issue
Huda Ahmed plans to transform Minnesota’s criminal justice system through a public health lens.
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Published 8/10/2020
How We Partner to Amplify Your Giving
See how combining our community knowledge and donor relationships leads to a special collaboration in this video.
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Published 8/10/2020
How Caroline and Aurea Learn From Each Other
A beautiful relationship between a donor advised fundholder and her advisor is the gift that keeps on giving.
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Published 8/10/2020
Helping Families Stay Safely Housed
Learn more about Neighborhood House and their housing support services in This Present Moment.
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Published 8/05/2020
Books That Encourage You to Give, Stand and Lead
Foundation staff and nonprofit leaders recommend their top summer reads for nonprofit employees.
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Published 8/03/2020
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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Published 8/03/2020
Giving is a Family Affair
Sue, a fundholder at the Foundation, shares her personal, family-focused approach to giving.
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Published 7/27/2020
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.
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Published 7/17/2020
Bridging Social Distancing through Innovation
Watch how Keystone Community Services is innovating to meet community needs.
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Published 7/15/2020
Donor Q&A: Jim Hansen
This local business leader lives out lessons of hard work, generosity and volunteerism.
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Published 7/09/2020
Supporting Families to End Multi-generational Poverty
Learn more about Northside Achievement Zone and their transformational work for families in North Minneapolis.
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Published 7/01/2020
Qualified Charitable Distributions in Retirement
In this video, we explore how donors can efficiently turn retirement income into a charitable donation.
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Published 6/30/2020
Public-Private Partnership to Support Student Connectivity Needs
The state is working with philanthropic and business leaders to focus on device and connection needs.
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Published 6/25/2020
Three Organizations Grant $2.5 Million to Help Rebuild The Twin Cities
Funds support small businesses in cultural corridors
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Published 6/19/2020
Healing Trauma through Radical Self-Care
The Healing Justice Foundation provides the community with healing support and resources to address inequities.
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Published 6/17/2020
Why Beneficiary Designations Should Be Part of Your Fundraising Plan
Beneficiary designations can be a great way for donors to leave a lasting legacy for organizations they love and support.
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Published 6/17/2020
Carrying on a Friend’s Love for Babies
Hear how Mary continues her friend's legacy in This Present Moment.
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Published 6/16/2020
Nonprofits Put Recovery Funds to Use
Communities are receiving critical support to get through the coronavirus pandemic.
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Published 6/15/2020
Sewing Together a Caring Community
Hear how Shellie gives back to her community in This Present Moment.
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Published 6/12/2020
Building a Safe Village
Hear how Otis Zanders and Ujamaa Place support young African American men in This Present Moment.
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Published 6/05/2020
Three Organizations Work to Transform the Criminal Justice System
Organizations launch emergency “Twin Cities Rebuild for the Future Fund,” already at $1 million.
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Published 6/05/2020
Ways to Meet Immediate Community Needs
These articles and links to resources offer ways to act now in support of the Twin Cities protests and rebuilding efforts.
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Published 6/03/2020
MCF and the Foundation Award Over $3 Million in Grants
Grants for COVID-19 nonprofit recovery and community resilience focus on Twin Cities BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color) community recovery efforts.
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Published 5/29/2020
Grants Awarded for Community-Led Solutions to Heal Racial Trauma
Funding will support programming of the African American Leadership Forum and the Healing Justice Foundation.
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Published 5/29/2020
Foundation Welcomes Stephanie Gale
Stephanie Gale assumes new role as associate vice president - finance and controller at Minnesota’s largest community foundation.
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Published 5/22/2020
Investing in Minnesota’s Future
College Possible responds to this present moment by adapting their tech-connected program
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Published 5/22/2020
Golden Contributions
Donors David and Janet support essential community needs in response to COVID-19.
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Published 5/21/2020
Keeping Child Care Doors Open
Think Small responds to this present moment with micro-grants for family child care providers.
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Published 5/18/2020
Investing in the Asian Minnesotan Community
The Coalition for Asian American Leaders is facing this present moment with hope and action.
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Published 5/11/2020
Nine Tips to Help Clients with Planned Giving
With increased interest in estate planning, here are ways to connect with clients on this important subject.
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Published 4/29/2020
Three Benefits of Donor Advised Funds for Professional Advisors
Donor advised funds can enhance your clients’ charitable giving goals, and working with your clients on DAFs can also benefit your business.
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Published 4/28/2020
Investment Update for Nonprofit Fundholders
Our Chief Investment Officer Shannon O'Leary provides an update on the performance of the multi-asset endowment portfolio.
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Published 4/28/2020
How to Steward Donors During COVID-19
Top five fundraising tips to help manage your current donor relationships
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Published 4/28/2020
The CARES Act and Charitable Giving
The CARES Act includes three specific provisions that relate to charitable giving and offer nonprofits unique fundraising opportunities.
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Published 4/27/2020
Six Things to Read & Watch about the Changing Fundraising Landscape
How should nonprofits approach planned giving and major gift fundraising right now?
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Published 4/23/2020
Foundation Welcomes Pahoua Yang Hoffman
Nonprofit executive brings expertise to advancing community-led solutions in Minnesota as senior vice president of Community Impact.
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Published 4/21/2020
Ways to Give During Crisis
Not sure how to donate to COVID-19 support efforts? The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation has options.
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Published 4/21/2020
MCF and Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation Award Round Three Grant Funding
Minnesota Council on Foundations and Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation award over $2 million in third round of grants from the MDRF.
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Published 4/21/2020
Investment Update
We tapped Alex Rotenberger, Investment Analyst, to answer your questions about our current strategies for managing our investment portfolio.
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Published 4/09/2020
Rewriting Destiny
One man’s crusade to change the lives of the formerly and currently incarcerated
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Published 4/07/2020
Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation Announces Executive Promotion
Carrie Jo Short assumes new role as senior director, community impact at Minnesota’s largest community foundation.
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Published 4/07/2020
$2.1 Million in Grants Awarded from the Minnesota Disaster Recovery Fund
Minnesota Council on Foundations and Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation award second round of grants from the MDRF.
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Published 4/01/2020
$2 Million in Grants Awarded from the Minnesota Disaster Recovery Fund
Minnesota Council on Foundations and Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation award first grants from the MDRF.
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Published 4/01/2020
A Welcoming Oasis
Como Friends helps provide an oasis in Saint Paul at Como Park Zoo and Conservatory.
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Published 3/31/2020
Responding to Community Needs During COVID-19
Here are some of the steps we are taking to fulfill our purpose to inspire generosity, advocate for equity and invest in community-led solutions during these challenging times.
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Published 3/30/2020
A History Maker Inspiring Women and Girls of Color
Get to know Gloria Perez, president and CEO of the Women's Foundation of Minnesota, and learn what inspires her life-changing work.
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Published 3/26/2020
The Resilience of the Nonprofit Sector Shines Through
Get inspired by the inventive ways local nonprofits are engaging and serving their communities during the pandemic.
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Published 3/25/2020
Take the Census & Shape Your Community
Take the 2020 Census. Now, more than ever, it is important to make sure your voice is heard and that you are counted.
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Published 3/18/2020
Minnesota Disaster Recovery Fund Launched
Minnesota Council on Foundations and Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation Launch $4.4mil Minnesota Disaster Recovery Fund for Coronavirus
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Published 3/16/2020
How to Make Your Nonprofit Endowment a Successful Source of Income
Here are tips from our nonprofit partners on establishing a successful endowment fund.
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