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Published 5/22/2020
Investing in Minnesota’s Future
College Possible responds to this present moment by adapting their tech-connected program
Published 5/22/2020
Golden Contributions
Donors David and Janet support essential community needs in response to COVID-19.
Published 5/21/2020
Keeping Child Care Doors Open
Think Small responds to this present moment with micro-grants for family child care providers.
Published 5/18/2020
Investing in the Asian Minnesotan Community
The Coalition for Asian American Leaders is facing this present moment with hope and action.
Published 5/11/2020
Nine Tips to Help Clients with Planned Giving
With increased interest in estate planning, here are ways to connect with clients on this important subject.
Published 4/29/2020
Three Benefits of Donor Advised Funds for Professional Advisors
Donor advised funds can enhance your clients’ charitable giving goals, and working with your clients on DAFs can also benefit your business.
Published 4/28/2020
The CARES Act and Charitable Giving
The CARES Act includes three specific provisions that relate to charitable giving and offer nonprofits unique fundraising opportunities.
Published 4/27/2020
Six Things to Read & Watch about the Changing Fundraising Landscape
How should nonprofits approach planned giving and major gift fundraising right now?
Published 4/21/2020
MCF and Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation Award Round Three Grant Funding
Minnesota Council on Foundations and Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation award over $2 million in third round of grants from the MDRF.
Published 4/21/2020
Investment Update
We tapped Alex Rotenberger, Investment Analyst, to answer your questions about our current strategies for managing our investment portfolio.
Published 4/09/2020
Rewriting Destiny
One man’s crusade to change the lives of the formerly and currently incarcerated
Published 4/07/2020
Foundation Announces Executive Promotion
Carrie Jo Short assumes new role as senior director, community impact at Minnesota’s largest community foundation.