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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.
Gun Violence Prevention Resources
In September 2022, MCF hosted a conversation about philanthropy's role in reducing gun violence. Presenters explored various strategies including research, education, and policy solutions that seek to reduce gun violence through an evidence informed, public health approach, and make communities safer. Gun violence prevention, working in tandem with justice system reform and violence intervention can be powerful forces toward creating safe and just communities.
MCF Member Briefing: Press Forward Minnesota
Join the Minnesota Council on Foundations, the McKnight Foundation, and Press Forward National, for a member briefing on Press Forward Minnesota - an initiative to reshape the local news landscape in Minnesota, and re-center local journalism as a force for community cohesion, civic participation, and government accountability, with a focus on racial equity.
MCF Member Briefing: The State of Minnesota's Nonprofits
Join us in a robust conversation about the current state of the nonprofit sector.
The Role of Philanthropy in Systems Change
This paper is for foundations interested in exploring investments in systems change, including a focus on policy advocacy – a key systems change strategy.
Elective Pay 101: How Nonprofits and Foundations Can Access Clean Energy Tax Credits
Join us with officials from the State of Minnesota and the Biden Administration as we talk through the Elective Pay opportunity, and how foundations and nonprofits can participate in the transition to a clean-energy economy.
MCF CEO Retreat
Join your Minnesota Council on Foundations CEO peers for a retreat from your day-to-day activities.
Demystifying Trust-Based Practices: Trust In Action
The philanthropic sector continues to evolve, and many giving families are embracing a trust-based approach to their philanthropy.