Giving Forum Winter 2012

Grantmakers Take on Varied Roles in Fight Against Poverty

This issue of Giving Forum focuses on how Minnesota grantmakers are addressing poverty in our state.

Some foundations invest heavily in meeting basic human needs, others work on systemic change around poverty’s root causes, some engage the community in identifying and solving problems, and still others take policy stands on matters affecting low-income residents. Despite the daunting nature of poverty, grantmakers work with their nonprofit partners, doing what they can to influence positive change.

Thanks to our sponsors, The Minneapolis Foundation and Blandin Foundation

Download (PDF) this complete issue of Giving Forum. Or read the articles online.

• Lead Story: Grantmakers Take on Varied Roles in Fight Against Poverty
• Commentary: Nonprofits and Investing: Goals, Governance and Giving
• Giving Trends: Minnesota Grantmaking Stable in 2012
• Resources
• Voices
  • The Sheltering Arms Foundation: Addressing Needs of Children and Families Living in Poverty
  • Edina Realty Foundation: Giving Close to Home

• Giving Stories
  • General Mills Foundation: Nourishing Lives
  • Travelers Foundation: Opening Doors of Opportunity
  • Park Nicollet Foundation: Collaborating for Healthier Communities

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