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Published 2/02/2024
Foundation Selected as Grantmaking Partner
Kari Onyancha hired by the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation to support new relationship
Published 2/02/2024
How to Make a Donor Advised Fund Part of Your Estate Plan
Here are answers to common questions on how to include a charitable giving fund in your estate plan.
Published 1/12/2024
Operationalizing Equity
Chief Operating Officer Nadege Souvenir discusses how the Foundation weaves equity into everything we do.
Published 1/11/2024
Daniel Lemm Joins Board of Directors
Daniel Lemm brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his appointment.
Published 1/02/2024
Foundation Welcomes Jennifer Vickerman as a Gift Planner
The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation announced that Jennifer Vickerman will be joining the Foundation as a Gift Planner.
Published 12/20/2023
2023: A Year of Collective Collaboration
2023 was a year of collaboration. See how partnerships led to aligned action in our 2023 year in review.
Published 12/04/2023
Guide Your Clients’ Strategic Giving in High-income Years
Learn how bunching can be beneficial to achieving your clients’ giving and tax goals.
Published 12/04/2023
Foundations Announce $11.6 Million in 2023 Second Round Community Grants
Grants will provide funding resources for community organizations that provide critical resources to Minnesotans across the state.
Published 12/01/2023
Max Foundation Trains Coaches and Educates Students on Mental Health
The Marvin family honors their loved one by starting a foundation to educate others about the importance of mental health.
Published 11/10/2023
Local Foundation Invests in the Future of the Iron Range
The Mesabi East Foundation is investing in the future of its community by offering scholarships to graduating seniors.
Published 11/09/2023
Foundation Welcomes Alfonso Wenker as Vice President of Community Impact
The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation announced that Alfonso Wenker will be joining the Foundation in January.
Published 11/09/2023
Five Little Known and Sometimes Misunderstood Facts about Donor Advised Funds
Learn these DAF facts to better guide your work with donors.