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Driving collective action to realize strong, vibrant communities.

The Minneapolis Foundation cultivates generosity by taking action on the greatest civic, social, and economic needs—partnering with nonprofits, facilitating grantmaking, driving research and advocacy, and providing services to donors seeking to make a difference in their communities.

08/21/2026

We're still thinking about the powerful words our speakers shared at our recent event, Nobody Saves the World Alone. Together, we explored the past, present, and future of collective giving—and celebrated the people and communities working together to create meaningful change.

Take a look at this video for a glimpse at an inspiring evening of connection and collective possibility. You can find the full conversations here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLE02iOsNnBzE

08/20/2026

What an honor to attend the Best Places to Work Awards at CHS Field! We are thrilled to place second in our category.

This recognition comes down to our people. We’re grateful to everyone who makes the Minneapolis Foundation a place where people can do meaningful work, support one another, and thrive.

08/19/2026

Farmers, fishers, Tribal nations, food entrepreneurs, and local organizations are coming together to build a more connected North Shore food system rooted in ecological stewardship, local ownership, and community resilience.

This week, our team and fundholders stepped into the ecosystem through stories, perspectives, and shared conversation. They learned about the connections between climate resilience, conservation, Tribal self-determination, and rural vitality—and what’s possible when land, water, and community unite.

We’re grateful to the partners who helped make this experience possible: Margaret A. Cargill Philanthropies, University of Minnesota Extension, and McKnight Foundation.

08/13/2026

Looking for a hands-on way to build skills, connect with others, and make a difference locally? Join Fourth Generation!

Fourth Generation, a program of The Minneapolis Foundation, is a giving circle that brings people together to learn, build relationships, and invest collectively in Twin Cities organizations creating positive change. Along the way, you’ll gain experience in grantmaking, collaborative decision-making, and values-based philanthropy.

This year, Fourth Generation will make grants focused on mental health. Attend the fall kickoff on September 16 to learn more, meet others who are passionate about our community, and see if the group is a good fit for you.

RSVP at the link in the comments. We hope to see you there!

08/11/2026

Consider us inspired!

Thanks to everyone who joined us for Nobody Saves the World Alone. Your energy, curiosity, and generosity made the evening truly special.

Special thanks to our wonderful speakers, Hali Lee, Julián Castro, Tyeshia Wilson, and Bo Thao-Urabe, for sharing their visions for a more connected future.

The evening was a powerful reminder of what collective giving can make possible. We hope you left with new connections, fresh ideas, and boosted energy to keep working for the communities you care about.

p.s. We see you, photo booth pros.

08/10/2026

Our latest OneMPLS grants will support three local organizations serving survivors of domestic and gender-based violence.

Cornerstone, Domestic Abuse Project MN, and Tubman will each receive $100,000 to strengthen the critical services they provide, from emergency shelter to financial and legal assistance.

These investments will help offset the impact of profound disruptions during Operation Metro Surge, which created additional barriers for survivors seeking safety and required organizations operating on razor-thin budgets to rapidly adapt their services.

We’re honored to invest in these organizations as they work hard to ensure that survivors always have somewhere to turn.

08/04/2026

Congratulations to the latest grant partners of the Hear the Impact Fund! These organizations are doing important work for and alongside Minnesotans who are Deaf, DeafBlind, or hard of hearing and helping create communities where everyone can connect and thrive.

Anderson Center at Tower View | Charles Thompson Hall | Metro Deaf School | Minnesota DeafBlind Association | ThinkSelf Minnesota Deaf Adult Education & Advocacy

We are grateful to the fundholder who made this work possible and proud to support organizations creating meaningful change across our state.

Visit the link in the comments to learn more about the Hear the Impact Fund and this special grant round.

07/31/2026

Save the date! On October 7, join us for the 2026 Minnesota Meeting.

Amid this year’s surge in federal immigration enforcement, Minnesotans have shown what it means to stand together. This gathering will reflect on what happened last winter, what our communities are still experiencing, and where we go from here.

Hear from Minnesotans, alongside national and international perspectives, as we consider what our state's response reveals about resilience, civic action, and democracy.

This event is free and open to the public, but space is limited. Speaker announcements are coming soon – reserve your ticket today.

Click the link in the comments to register.

07/29/2026

Small businesses are a cornerstone of strong communities. Today, we're proud to announce $2.43 million in grants to 19 nonprofit organizations working to help entrepreneurs thrive, strengthen neighborhood business districts, and build a stronger regional economy.

This year, we adapted our Economic Mobility grants to respond to urgent community needs. By making larger, two-year investments in a smaller group of nonprofit partners, we're helping ensure small businesses have the support they need to recover and thrive.

Congratulations to this year's grantees:

African Career, Education and Resource, Inc. (ACER) | African Development Center | African Economic Development Solutions (AEDS) of Minnesota | Coalition of Asian American Leaders - CAAL | First Children's Finance | Lake Street Council | LEDC-MN | LISC Twin Cities | MEDA: Metropolitan Economic Development Association | Minnesota Consortium of Community Developers | Mni Sota Fund | Neighborhood Development Center | New American Development Center| Northside Economic Opportunity Network | PFund Foundation | Redesign, Inc. | West Bank Minneapolis | West Broadway Business & Area Coalition | WomenVenture

07/23/2026

Congrats to Project for Pride in Living for opening Opportunity Crossing, one of the largest affordable housing developments in Minneapolis history! We are proud to have played a part in this development through the Main Street Economic Revitalization grants we administer, and through grants to PPL from our fundholders. It’s inspiring to see community come together to build something transformational.

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800 IDS Center, 80 South Eighth Street
Minneapolis, MN
55402

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+16126723878

Website

http://www.MinneapolisFoundation.org/

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