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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.
The Role of Philanthropy in Systems Change
This paper is for foundations interested in exploring investments in systems change, including a focus on policy advocacy – a key systems change strategy.
Advocacy Funding: The Philanthropy of Changing Minds
Learn how advocacy can play a crucial role in advancing a foundation's mission.
MCF Member Briefing: Othering and Belonging Conversation
Dig into the concepts of othering & belonging, especially as these themes pertain to differences that we see play out in Minnesota communities.
ComMotion Network Meeting
Gather and get acquainted with foundation communications professionals of all kinds while strengthening our collaborative network in the field of marketing and communications.
The Case for Multiple Giving Vehicles
Understand the motivations for using multiple vehicles and how to create the most useful structure for your philanthropic goals.
MCF Corporate Benchmarking Surveys 2021-2022
View the results of recent benchmarking surveys of corporate community affairs programs and corporate foundations in Minnesota.
Health Funders Network Meeting: A Conversation on Addiction and Recovery
A conversation to understand the opioid situation in Minnesota, what’s working to address the crisis, and how foundations can be engaged and impactful.