Donors
Grow Your Giving
Invest in a thriving community by supporting the causes and organizations you care about.
Create the Future You Envision
As a giver, you may have many goals: support the causes and community organizations you care about most; provide for your loved ones; invest in social change. By partnering with a community foundation, you can make an impact and realize your charitable goals.
Our local, experienced team will partner with you and your financial advisors to create a personalized giving plan. You can choose from many fund types — such as a donor advised fund — and many giving options.
Why Choose the Foundation
In addition to receiving personalized service and access to high-quality charitable products, when you work with us, you are joining forces with Minnesota’s largest community foundation. We have 80 years of expertise investing in the places and causes you care about.
Mya H., a donor since 2019
“ We feel very blessed as our family, and so we try to make sure that we give forward to others whenever we can.”
Judy M., donor
Together We Are a Force for Change
Our Donors Make a Difference
Our donors responded to the unique circumstances of 2022 with unparalleled generosity, recommending grants to thousands of nonprofit organizations throughout the community.
Donor Resources
Explore resources and tools to guide your giving and maximize your use of the online donor portal for managing your fund.
Events
Our Giving+Together and North Star Society events bring donors together to learn about a variety of topics.
Meet Our Team
Our dedicated gift planners and philanthropic advisors are ready to help you fulfill your charitable mission. They have the experience and community connections to help you start, continue or grow your giving.
Stories From Our Donor Community
Five Tips for Researching Nonprofit Organizations to Support
These tips provide a useful guide for donors choosing to make a first-time gift to an organization.
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Putting Youth & Housing at the Forefront of Giving
Learn how fundholders Curt & Timm are using their donor advised fund to make an impact on youth and families.
Read their story
What are Non-Cash Assets?
Donating non cash assets like real estate or cryptocurrency can allow you to make a significant impact on your favorite causes.
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The Charitable Gift of Life Insurance
Create a charitable legacy by donating a gift of life insurance.
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