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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.
Civic Language in the Rural/Urban Contexts
The Civic Language Perceptions Project seeks to understand perceptions of the language most commonly associated with civic engagement and democracy efforts.
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 Leads: Democratizing Philanthropy With a New Common Grant Application
The Minnesota Council on Foundations introduces an updated version of the Minnesota Common Grant Application.
MCF Kicks Off Common Grant Working Group
MCF is updating the Minnesota Common Grant application with broad support and input from both foundations and nonprofits.
Family Foundation Network Luncheon
Please join your family foundation peers for a summer networking luncheon hosted by Sarah Berger with the McKnight Foundation and Kristen Cullen with MCF.
Systems Change: A Crucial Part of the Ecosystem
Minnesota is in the top philanthropic states, yet we continue to have some of the largest gaps in health, education, housing and jobs for BIPOC communities.
Press Forward MN Seeking Applicants for Host and Grantmaking Committees
Press Forward MN is seeking applicants to serve on the host and grantmaking committees.