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Philanthropy’s Necessary Role in Advancing an Inclusive, Multiracial Democracy
This essay focuses on how contemporary American democracy can deliver on its promises, and philanthropy can help advance this vision for an inclusive, multiracial 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.
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.
A Legal Guide on Ballot Measures for Nonprofits and Foundations
Seize the Initiative: A Legal Guide on Ballot Measures for Nonprofits and Foundations offers clear and concise information on the range of legal questions that could arise when nonprofits consider working on a ballot initiative
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.
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.
Member Briefing: DAF National Study and Participation
Join this interactive topical call to learn more about how your community foundation can participate in this study.
It’s On Us: The Nonprofit Voter Empowerment Project
It’s On Us to protect our missions by ensuring that every eligible voter, regardless of political affiliation, can cast their ballot and by rising to the challenge again, nonprofits can protect the civic gains we worked tirelessly for years to achieve.