MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (September 30, 2004)  The largest and most up-to-date print directory of Minnesota grantmakers is now available with the release today of the 2004/2005 edition of the Minnesota Council on Foundations' "Guide to Minnesota Grantmakers." The 13th edition of the popular Guide is the most comprehensive and current in the publication's 25-year history. The 500-page directory provides hard-to-find information on more than 1,300 Minnesota foundations and corporate giving programs of all sizes, with information found from no other printed source.

"The Guide has long been Minnesota's premier print directory of grantmaking information," says Council president Bill King. "The Guide demonstrates the commitment of the state's grantmakers to be open about their work and effective partners with nonprofits."

The 2004/2005 Guide includes detailed profiles for nearly 400 Minnesota grantmakers, with information on the types of organizations and programs they fund, their geographic priorities, how to apply to the funder for grants, financial data and much more. To facilitate research, the Guide's seven indexes help identify funders by areas of interest, geographic focus, types of support, intended beneficiaries, staff and directors/trustees. The Guide's introductory section features comprehensive background information and resources on Minnesota grantmaking and grantseeking.

The "Guide to Minnesota Grantmakers 2004/2005" is available for $85. More information and an order form can be found on the Council's Web site at www.mcf.org/grantsource or by contacting the Council at 612.338.1989, info@mcf.org. The Guide also is available at libraries around the state.

Founded in 1969, the Minnesota Council on Foundations' mission is to strengthen and expand philanthropy. The Council is a regional membership association of grantmakers working to improve the vitality and health of our communities. Council members include private foundations, community and other public foundations, and corporate foundations and giving programs.

CONTACT: David Biemesderfer, vice president of communications and information services, 612/335-3597, dbiemesderfer@mcf.org.

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• Guide to Minnesota Grantmakers 2004/2005.

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