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Foundations Respond to Crisis: A Three-Part Series
In early spring of 2020, as the COVID-19 pandemic worsened, foundations in the U.S. began to respond by shifting resources and practices.
Becoming a Better Ally: Supporting Racial Equity in Rural Minnesota
Join a conversation with foundation leaders who are working to advance racial equity in rural communities and small cities in Greater Minnesota.
Embracing Complexity: Towards a Shared Understanding of Funding Systems Change
Towards a shared understanding of funding systems change
Financial Due Diligence: Assessing Risk for Your Next Program Related Investment
This video takes away the mystery of conducting due diligence.
Best Practices for Nonprofit Boards
Nonprofit boards play a critical role in making sure that their organizations stay strong and healthy, especially during times of crisis.
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.
Advocacy Funding: The Philanthropy of Changing Minds
Learn how advocacy can play a crucial role in advancing a foundation's mission.
Philanthropy Advocacy Playbook
Learn how foundations can fund and conduct advocacy.