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2026 Legislative Session Wrap-Up: Update on MCF’s Priorities
During the 2026 legislative session, MCF successfully advocated for policies to strengthen the charitable sector, improve state partnerships, and build more resilient communities.
Promoting The Charitable Act With Senator Klobuchar
On Sunday, 4/14, Senator Klobuchar was joined by MCF, the Women’s Foundation of Minnesota, Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, and the East Side Freedom Library to promote The Charitable Act.
Philanthropic Investment in an Inclusive Democracy
Thanks to the generous support of MCF members, the Minnesota Democracy Expansion Fund has raised over $360,000 to invest in successful implementation of these reforms.
Minnesota Democracy Expansion Fund: Applications Open!
Learn more about the Minnesota Democracy Expansion Fund that is now open to organizations doing work in communities throughout Minnesota.
2023 Nonprofit Minnesota State Funding Breakdown
Read the report outlining legislative appropriations that occurred in the 2023 session, with a particular emphasis on resources the state directed to nonprofits.
Supreme Court Commentary and Implications for Philanthropy
A message from MCF President Susie Brown about the 2023 Supreme Court rulings.
2023 Legislative Session Wrap Up: Update on MCF’s Census & Democracy Priorities
An update on the investments and policies that support Minnesota’s future census count and a more inclusive democracy.
2023 Legislative Session Wrap Up: Update on MCF’s Sector Priorities
An update on the issues MCF advocated for on behalf of Minnesota grantmakers during the 2023 legislative session.
Universal Charitable Deduction Legislation to Be Introduced on February 28, 2023
If passed into law, the Charitable Act would restore the non-itemizer charitable deduction and raise the caps for individuals and joint filers.
During this time of turbulence, MCF will keep you updated and connected to tracking and taking action on federal changes to the operating environment.