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Published 2/18/2025
Drumming for Unity: A Vision for Community Change
Created by John Salgado Maldonado, Cimarrón Batucada uses the art of drumming to address social justice issues and promote cross-cultural community engagement.
Published 2/07/2025
The Gift of Cryptocurrency
Make cryptocurrency part of your or your clients' charitable giving plan.
Published 1/28/2025
Announcing Our New Strategic Plan
The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation launches our strategic plan for the next five years. Watch our video to see our aspiration, purpose and key strategies.
Published 1/27/2025
Foundation Welcomes Three New Members to Board of Directors
The Foundation announced the election of three new members to its board of directors, beginning their terms in 2025.
Published 1/21/2025
We’ve Moved
On January 21, 2025, the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation relocated to Osborn370, a dynamic hub of innovation and diversity in downtown Saint Paul.
Published 1/15/2025
President & CEO Eric Jolly Announces 2025 Retirement
Eric J. Jolly, Ph.D., President and CEO of the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation since 2015, will retire midyear. Read his letter to the community.
Published 1/09/2025
From Lab to Stage: Kenji Shoemaker's Unique Path in Theater
There’s a unique art and science to prop and stage design. These skills helped former scientist Kenji Shoemaker switch careers, showcasing his talents behind the curtains.
Published 1/09/2025
Open Arms of Minnesota: Delivering Hope, One Meal at a Time
Learn how one organization is changing lives with medically tailored meals.
Published 1/08/2025
Foundation Welcomes Susie Brown as Managing Director, Client Foundations
The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation announced that Susie Brown will join the Foundation as Managing Director, Client Foundations.
Published 12/18/2024
2024: A Year of Partnership and Innovation
In 2024 we worked closely with various community partners such as nonprofit organizations, fundholders and fellow foundations to continue envisioning an equitable, just and vibrant Minnesota where all communities and people thrive.
Published 12/02/2024
Foundations Announce $10.3 Million in 2024 Second-Round Community Grants
Grants will provide crucial funding resources to community organizations making a tangible difference in the lives of individuals and families across the East Metro and Greater Minnesota.
Published 11/13/2024
Sara Ochs: Bridging Theater and Music in a New Artistic Journey
Sara Ochs is a multidisciplinary theater artist and songwriter. With support from Art in This Present Moment, Sara will be exploring her talents as a songwriter, writing new music and potentially a one woman play.