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Foundations Respond to Crisis: A Three-Part Series
In early spring of 2020, as the COVID-19 pandemic worsened, foundations in the U.S. began to respond by shifting resources and practices.
MCF Member Briefing: Impact of 2023 Legislative Session on Nonprofits
Join MCF for a member briefing outlining legislative appropriations that occurred in the 2023 session.
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.
Your Impact Strategy Doesn't Stop At Your Grantmaking
Learn about methods for providing support beyond grantmaking, and think through what can work for you.
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.
Community Foundation Field Guide to Impact Investing
Explore this comprehensive guide that can assist community foundations with their impact investing efforts.
Impact Investing: PRI, MRI, ESG Primer
Learn the differences between mission related investments, socially responsible investments, and ESG (environmental, social, and governance criteria).
Power Moves: Your Essential Philanthropy Assessment Guide for Equity and Justice
Taking time out for self-assessment and learning is an important part of the organizational cycle of planning, action and reflection.