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Published 9/18/2020
How the SECURE and CARES Acts Affect Charitable Gift Planning
New Charitable Giving Rules to the SECURE and CARES Acts Offer Clients New Tax Breaks
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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 8/06/2020
Planning Your Giving in Uncertain Times
Here are two giving techniques you can use to support the causes you care about.
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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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Published 3/13/2020
Our COVID-19 Update
Our top priority is the health and safety of our staff, donors, grantees, partners — and the community at large.
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Published 3/12/2020
Power of Relationships
Here's how one Professional Advisor helped open 100 funds with the Foundation.
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Published 3/11/2020
WINGS to Soar
WINGS provides Northfield women and youth with the financial resources they need to fly.
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Published 3/11/2020
Why Tax Time is the Right Time to Plan Your Charitable Giving
Here are six tips to consider as you think about how your charitable giving could impact your tax returns.
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Published 3/03/2020
Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation Announces Executive Promotions
Melanie Hoffert and Nadege Souvenir assume new roles at Minnesota’s largest community foundation.
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Published 2/25/2020
How to Answer Your Clients' Top Five Giving Questions
The Foundation answers some of the top questions your clients are going to ask about their giving this year.
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Published 2/18/2020
Investing in Housing
Housing is the foundation for stable families and vibrant communities. We are focused on three key strategies to address homelessness and create access to affordable housing.
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Published 2/18/2020
No Place Like Home
Model Cities creates an ideal community for residents like Melkua and Pamela at the BROWNstone in Saint Paul.
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Published 2/17/2020
Walking in the Footsteps of Family
Robin Hickman-Winfield uses the works of her great-uncle, Gordon Parks, to educate youth on the importance of narrative change.
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Published 2/12/2020
2020 Giving Trends
The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation predicts the charitable giving trends of 2020.
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Published 2/11/2020
How A Legacy Letter Can Deepen Family Relationships
Legacy letters provide a peek at the past and a direction for the future.
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Published 2/11/2020
Why Tax Time is the Right Time to Talk Charitable Giving
Here are eight tips to start the conversation about charitable giving with your clients.
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Published 2/04/2020
How to Build a Successful Endowment Fund
Tips on how to build and grow your nonprofit endowment fund, from nonprofits with a successful endowment fund
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Published 2/01/2020
A Fund for Puerto Rico
The donor advised fund El Fondo Boricua brings people together to support Puerto Rican communities.
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Published 1/30/2020
Celebrating 80 Years of Impact
A reflection on eight decades of work to create a just and vibrant Minnesota where all people and communities thrive.
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Published 1/23/2020
Establish an Endowment, Create a Legacy
Why establishing an endowment fund is beneficial to your organization’s future.
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Published 1/21/2020
Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation Announces New Board Members
Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation announces six new board members in 2020.
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Published 1/03/2020
A Sister's Love
Linda Turk’s love for her younger sister sparked her to establish a donor advised fund focused on mental health organizations.
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Published 12/20/2019
20 Resources to Build Your Clients’ Charitable Giving Expertise
Check out our list of philanthropy books, podcasts and Ted Talks for helping your clients achieve their philanthropic goals.
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Published 12/17/2019
Foundations Announce More Than $7.2 Million in Statewide Grants
Grants include funding for organizations and programs that elevate the voices and civic participation of communities that often go unheard.
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Published 12/16/2019
Nonprofits to Know - December 2019
Meet a few of the nonprofit organizations that received grant funding in our latest grant round.
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Published 12/16/2019
Foundation Promotes Scott Zastoupil to Chief Financial Officer
The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation announced that Scott Zastoupil has been promoted to the position of chief financial officer.
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Published 12/13/2019
Amplify Your Charitable Giving
Here are expert tips on how to enhance your year-end giving reach and goals.
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Published 12/13/2019
Exploring Pathways to Mental Health
Donors joined the conversation about mental health at the October 2019 Giving+Together event.
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Published 11/22/2019
Unique Community Spots for Your Next Donor Event
Next time you are looking to host a donor event, check out these unique community spaces in Minneapolis and Saint Paul.
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Published 11/21/2019
Running on the Power of Giving
Crescent Cove established financial stability by opening a nonprofit endowment fund.
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Published 11/21/2019
Nonprofit Resources That Don’t Break the Bank
This list of nonprofit communications and marketing resources can lighten up your workload with minimal impact on your budget.
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Published 11/21/2019
Foundation Launches Digital Endowment Toolkit
Establish your nonprofit's long-term revenue plan with help from our digital endowment toolkit.
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Published 11/20/2019
Urban Boatbuilders
Urban Boatbuilders uses the craft of boatbuilding to develop academic, 21st-century and technical skills in youth.
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Published 11/20/2019
Brownbody
Brownbody combines figure skating, modern dance and theater to tell stories of African-American culture and history.
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Published 11/20/2019
Wilderness Inquiry
Wilderness Inquiry provides access to the outdoors for everyone no matter their age, background and ability.
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Published 10/31/2019
Nonprofits Save $1.3 Million Using Catchafire
The Foundation builds nonprofits’ capacity with access to Catchafire, an online virtual volunteer platform that connects nonprofits with skilled volunteers.
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Published 10/29/2019
Meet Janssen Hang
HAFA is a membership-based nonprofit that is created, and led, by Hmong American farmers.
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Published 10/10/2019
Saint Paul Urban Tennis
Tennis is more than a game for Saint Paul Urban Tennis players and coaches.
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