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.
Our local, experienced team will partner with you and your financial advisors to create a personalized giving plan that helps you realize your goals and make an impact.
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 2020 with unparalleled generosity, making record-breaking grants to 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
Three Questions to Ask When Developing Your Charitable Giving Plan
Determine the best way to achieve your charitable vision.
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Local Experts Share Findings on Age-Related Health Inequities
Three nonprofit partners share insights about health equity in the age of COVID-19, and the role the pandemic has played in exacerbating disparities faced by older adults.
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Gifts of Grain
Here’s how one Minnesota farmer turned his crops into resources for the community.
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Creating a Charitable Giving Legacy
Here are a few ways you can achieve your long-term philanthropic goals.
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