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Grants paid by The Mcknight Foundation, tax year 2021

EIN 41-0754835 · Minneapolis, MN · Form 990-PF, Part XV · NTEE T21

In tax year 2021, The Mcknight Foundation (EIN 41-0754835) reported 1,450 grants paid totaling $195,112,000. Dataset version 2026.09.0, built 2026-09-03.

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Grants reported by The Mcknight Foundation for tax year 2021
Tax yearRecipientMatchAmountTypePurposeSource filing
2021United States Energy Foundation San Francisco, CAU$9,600,000paidto equitably decarbonize the Midwest power, transportation, and building sectors202430809349100613
2021United States Energy Foundation San Francisco, CAU$9,600,000paidto equitably decarbonize the Midwest power, transportation, and building sectors202330779349100203
2021Youthprise Minneapolis, MNC$3,400,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Youthprise Minneapolis, MNC$3,400,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Propel Nonprofits Minneapolis, MNB$2,500,000paidfor the Seeding Cultural Treasures Initiative202430809349100613
2021Propel Nonprofits Minneapolis, MNB$2,500,000paidfor the Seeding Cultural Treasures Initiative202330779349100203
2021The Mcknight Endowment Fund for Neuroscience Minneapolis, MNC$2,035,000paidfor an awards program supporting research in neuroscience202430809349100613
2021The Mcknight Endowment Fund for Neuroscience Minneapolis, MNC$2,035,000paidfor an awards program supporting research in neuroscience202330779349100203
2021Greater Minnesota Housing Fund St Paul, MNC$2,000,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021The Minneapolis Foundation Minneapolis, MNB$2,000,000paidto support the Regional Cultural Treasures special purpose fund202430809349100613
2021Greater Minnesota Housing Fund St Paul, MNC$2,000,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Advancing Equity Coalition Minneapolis, MNC$2,000,000paidto support the Regional Cultural Treasures special purpose fund202330779349100203
2021Initiative Foundation Little Falls, MNB$1,500,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Juxtaposition Inc Minneapolis, MNB$1,500,000paidfor a recoverable grant for capital campaign financing202330779349100203
2021Initiative Foundation Little Falls, MNB$1,500,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Family Housing Fund Minneapolis, MNC$1,500,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Family Housing Fund Minneapolis, MNC$1,500,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Juxtaposition Inc Minneapolis, MNB$1,500,000paidfor a recoverable grant for capital campaign financing202430809349100613
2021The Mcknight Endowment Fund for Neuroscience Minneapolis, MNC$1,445,000paidfor an awards program supporting research in neuroscience202330779349100203
2021The Mcknight Endowment Fund for Neuroscience Minneapolis, MNC$1,445,000paidfor an awards program supporting research in neuroscience202430809349100613
2021Fresh Energy St Paul, MNB$1,400,000approved, futureto move Minnesota and the Midwest toward dramatic near-term reductions in carbon pollution through equity-centered policy work, partnerships, and innovation202330779349100203
2021Advancing Equity Coalition Minneapolis, MNC$1,400,000paidfor McKnight's Donor Advised Fund202330779349100203
2021Fresh Energy St Paul, MNB$1,400,000approved, futureto move Minnesota and the Midwest toward dramatic near-term reductions in carbon pollution through equity-centered policy work, partnerships, and innovation202430809349100613
2021The Minneapolis Foundation Minneapolis, MNB$1,400,000paidfor McKnight's Donor Advised Fund202430809349100613
2021Fresh Energy St Paul, MNB$1,300,000approved, futureto move Minnesota and the Midwest toward dramatic near-term reductions in carbon pollution through equity-centered policy work, partnerships, and innovation202330779349100203
2021Fresh Energy St Paul, MNB$1,300,000approved, futureto move Minnesota and the Midwest toward dramatic near-term reductions in carbon pollution through equity-centered policy work, partnerships, and innovation202430809349100613
2021Fresh Energy St Paul, MNB$1,300,000approved, futureto move Minnesota and the Midwest toward dramatic near-term reductions in carbon pollution through equity-centered policy work, partnerships, and innovation202430809349100613
2021Fresh Energy St Paul, MNB$1,300,000approved, futureto move Minnesota and the Midwest toward dramatic near-term reductions in carbon pollution through equity-centered policy work, partnerships, and innovation202330779349100203
2021Fresh Energy St Paul, MNB$1,000,000paidto move Minnesota and the Midwest toward dramatic reductions in carbon pollution in the near term202430809349100613
2021Towerside Innovation District Minneapolis, MNB$1,000,000paidto complete an innovative low-carbon district energy system202330779349100203
2021Towerside Innovation District Minneapolis, MNB$1,000,000paidto complete an innovative low-carbon district energy system202430809349100613
2021Local Initiatives Support Corporation New York, NYB$1,000,000paidfor general operating support, and to advance an equitable recovery by linking community partners together to transform neighborhoods through affordable housing, arts and culture, economic development, and financial tools202430809349100613
2021Southwest Initiative Foundation Hutchinson, MNB$1,000,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Local Initiatives Support Corporation New York, NYB$1,000,000paidfor general operating support, and to advance an equitable recovery by linking community partners together to transform neighborhoods through affordable housing, arts and culture, economic development, and financial tools202330779349100203
2021Southwest Initiative Foundation Hutchinson, MNB$1,000,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021The Minneapolis Foundation Minneapolis, MNB$1,000,000paidto support local business organizations and owners along Lake St., Midway, and W. Broadway, in restoring, rebuilding, and renovating damaged property following the summer unrest of 2020202430809349100613
2021Local Initiatives Support Corporation New York, NYB$1,000,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and to advance an equitable recovery by linking community partners together to transform neighborhoods through affordable housing, arts and culture, economic development, and financial tools202430809349100613
2021Local Initiatives Support Corporation New York, NYB$1,000,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and to advance an equitable recovery by linking community partners together to transform neighborhoods through affordable housing, arts and culture, economic development, and financial tools202330779349100203
2021Advancing Equity Coalition Minneapolis, MNC$1,000,000paidto support local business organizations and owners along Lake St., Midway, and W. Broadway, in restoring, rebuilding, and renovating damaged property following the summer unrest of 2020202330779349100203
2021Fresh Energy St Paul, MNB$1,000,000paidto move Minnesota and the Midwest toward dramatic reductions in carbon pollution in the near term202330779349100203
2021Bme Networks Miami, FLC$850,000paidto support Black leaders in Minnesota to build relational trust, shared analysis, and strategies that equip leaders to effectively respond to our current moment and the future202330779349100203
2021Bme Networks Miami, FLC$850,000paidto support Black leaders in Minnesota to build relational trust, shared analysis, and strategies that equip leaders to effectively respond to our current moment and the future202430809349100613
2021Northside Economic Opportunity Network Minneapolis, MNB$850,000paidfor general operating and capital support202430809349100613
2021Northside Economic Opportunity Network Minneapolis, MNB$850,000paidfor general operating and capital support202330779349100203
2021The Minneapolis Foundation Minneapolis, MNB$753,000paidfor McKnight's Donor Advised Fund202430809349100613
2021Advancing Equity Coalition Minneapolis, MNC$753,000paidfor McKnight's Donor Advised Fund202330779349100203
2021Great Plains Institute for Sustainable Development Minneapolis, MNB$730,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Great Plains Institute for Sustainable Development Minneapolis, MNB$730,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Great Plains Institute for Sustainable Development Minneapolis, MNB$730,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Great Plains Institute for Sustainable Development Minneapolis, MNB$730,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Northland Foundation Duluth, MNB$635,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Northland Foundation Duluth, MNB$635,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Home Ownership Center St Paul, MNB$625,000paidfor general operating support, and to advance equitable access to homeownership for homebuyers and homeowners of color and immediate COVID response plan for lower-income households struggling and facing possible foreclosure in the wake of the pandemic202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Home Ownership Center St Paul, MNB$625,000paidfor general operating support, and to advance equitable access to homeownership for homebuyers and homeowners of color and immediate COVID response plan for lower-income households struggling and facing possible foreclosure in the wake of the pandemic202430809349100613
2021Nexus Community Partners St Paul, MNC$500,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Metropolitan Regional Arts Council Saint Paul, MNC$500,000paidfor regranting support for the Seeding Cultural Treasures Fund for Individual Artists and Culture Bearers202430809349100613
2021Nexus Community Partners St Paul, MNC$500,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Nexus Community Partners St Paul, MNC$500,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Metropolitan Regional Arts Council Saint Paul, MNC$500,000paidfor regranting support for the Seeding Cultural Treasures Fund for Individual Artists and Culture Bearers202330779349100203
2021Propel Nonprofits Minneapolis, MNB$500,000paidto strengthen existing organizations led by and/or serving People of Color and Indigenous People to increase their effectiveness and impact on family engagement and educational outcomes202430809349100613
2021Nexus Community Partners St Paul, MNC$500,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Youthprise Minneapolis, MNC$500,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Youthprise Minneapolis, MNC$500,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Propel Nonprofits Minneapolis, MNB$500,000paidto strengthen existing organizations led by and/or serving People of Color and Indigenous People to increase their effectiveness and impact on family engagement and educational outcomes202330779349100203
2021Southwest Initiative Foundation Hutchinson, MNB$460,000paidto build a pathway to teaching for diverse candidates in and around Worthington, Minnesota202330779349100203
2021Southwest Initiative Foundation Hutchinson, MNB$460,000paidto build a pathway to teaching for diverse candidates in and around Worthington, Minnesota202430809349100613
2021Takeaction Minnesota Education Fund Saint Paul, MNB$400,000paidto build a mandate for and the capacity to advance equitable climate solutions in Minnesota202430809349100613
2021Global Greengrants Fund Boulder, COC$400,000approved, futureStrengthening Climate-resilient Food Systems at the Territorial Level While Shifting Food System Policies202330779349100203
2021Takeaction Minnesota Education Fund Saint Paul, MNB$400,000paidto build a mandate for and the capacity to advance equitable climate solutions in Minnesota202330779349100203
2021Global Greengrants Fund Boulder, COC$400,000approved, futureStrengthening Climate-resilient Food Systems at the Territorial Level While Shifting Food System Policies202430809349100613
2021St Paul Transportation Management Organization St Paul, MNB$400,000paidto launch a long-term campaign to dramatically curb carbon pollution in Minnesota by facilitating a shift from widespread driving to biking, walking, and transit use202330779349100203
2021St Paul Transportation Management Organization St Paul, MNB$400,000paidto launch a long-term campaign to dramatically curb carbon pollution in Minnesota by facilitating a shift from widespread driving to biking, walking, and transit use202430809349100613
2021The Brookings Institution Washington, DCB$375,000paidto provide frameworks and narratives, Minneapolis-St. Paul specific-data, and connections to other national leaders that guide regional partners and state and local actors toward implementation of practices and policies that bolster inclusive growth202430809349100613
2021Land Bank Twin Cities Inc Saint Anthony, MNC$375,000paidfor general operating support, and to build capacity to facilitate more mission-based community development in the Twin Cities 7-County region202430809349100613
2021The Brookings Institution Washington, DCB$375,000paidto provide frameworks and narratives, Minneapolis-St. Paul specific-data, and connections to other national leaders that guide regional partners and state and local actors toward implementation of practices and policies that bolster inclusive growth202330779349100203
2021Land Bank Twin Cities Inc Saint Anthony, MNC$375,000paidfor general operating support, and to build capacity to facilitate more mission-based community development in the Twin Cities 7-County region202330779349100203
2021Land Bank Twin Cities Inc Saint Anthony, MNC$375,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and to build capacity to facilitate more mission-based community development in the Twin Cities 7-County region202330779349100203
2021Land Bank Twin Cities Inc Saint Anthony, MNC$375,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and to build capacity to facilitate more mission-based community development in the Twin Cities 7-County region202430809349100613
2021Statistics for Sustainable Development ReadingU$350,000paidResearch Methods Support III202330779349100203
2021Statistics for Sustainable Development ReadingU$350,000paidResearch Methods Support III202430809349100613
2021University of Minnesota Foundation Minneapolis, MNB$330,000paidfor program and regranting support for CURA Community Programs to nourish an ecosystem for reparative policy change through data, research, organizing and leadership development, and democratizing complex information through art202330779349100203
2021University of Minnesota Foundation Minneapolis, MNB$330,000paidfor program and regranting support for CURA Community Programs to nourish an ecosystem for reparative policy change through data, research, organizing and leadership development, and democratizing complex information through art202430809349100613
2021University of Minnesota Foundation Minneapolis, MNB$330,000approved, futurefor program and regranting support for CURA Community Programs to nourish an ecosystem for reparative policy change through data, research, organizing and leadership development, and democratizing complex information through art202430809349100613
2021University of Minnesota Foundation Minneapolis, MNB$330,000approved, futurefor program and regranting support for CURA Community Programs to nourish an ecosystem for reparative policy change through data, research, organizing and leadership development, and democratizing complex information through art202330779349100203
2021Citizens Utility Board of Minnesota St Paul, MNB$325,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Citizens Utility Board of Minnesota St Paul, MNB$325,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Meridian Institute Dillon, COU$320,000paidTransforming Food Systems Together202330779349100203
2021Meridian Institute Dillon, COU$320,000paidTransforming Food Systems Together202430809349100613
2021Aeon Minneapolis, MNB$300,000approved, futureor general operating support, and to strengthen capacity to advocate for, acquire, rehabilitate, and stabilize affordable housing202430809349100613
2021Native Governance Center Minneapolis, MNB$300,000paidfor general operating support, and to support the We Are Still Here - Minnesota project202430809349100613
2021Conservation Minnesota Minneapolis, MNB$300,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Clean Grid Alliance St Paul, MNC$300,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Clean Grid Alliance St Paul, MNC$300,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Minneapolis Saint Paul Regional Economic Development Partnership Saint Paul, MNB$300,000paidfor general operating support, and for regional goal setting202430809349100613
2021Native Governance Center Minneapolis, MNB$300,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and to support the We Are Still Here - Minnesota project202330779349100203
2021Conservation Minnesota Minneapolis, MNB$300,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Sierra Club Foundation Oakland, CAB$300,000approved, futureto replace fossil fuels with clean energy as part of a broad and powerful climate justice movement202430809349100613
2021Sierra Club Foundation Oakland, CAB$300,000approved, futureto replace fossil fuels with clean energy as part of a broad and powerful climate justice movement202330779349100203
2021Native Governance Center Minneapolis, MNB$300,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and to support the We Are Still Here - Minnesota project202430809349100613
2021Minneapolis Saint Paul Regional Economic Development Partnership Saint Paul, MNB$300,000paidfor general operating support, and for regional goal setting202330779349100203
2021Centro de Trabajadores Unidos En la Lucha Minneapolis, MNB$300,000paidto support equitable new models for development, housing, and community safety202430809349100613
2021Conservation Minnesota Minneapolis, MNB$300,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021The Trust for Public Land San Francisco, CAC$300,000paidto advance regional competitiveness by creating vibrant neighborhoods through equitable parks-centric urban redevelopment202330779349100203
2021Native Governance Center Minneapolis, MNB$300,000paidfor general operating support, and to support the We Are Still Here - Minnesota project202330779349100203
2021Conservation Minnesota Minneapolis, MNB$300,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Sierra Club Foundation Oakland, CAB$300,000paidto replace fossil fuels with clean energy as part of a broad and powerful climate justice movement202430809349100613
2021The Trust for Public Land San Francisco, CAC$300,000paidto advance regional competitiveness by creating vibrant neighborhoods through equitable parks-centric urban redevelopment202430809349100613
2021Aeon Minneapolis, MNB$300,000approved, futureor general operating support, and to strengthen capacity to advocate for, acquire, rehabilitate, and stabilize affordable housing202330779349100203
2021Aeon Minneapolis, MNB$300,000paidor general operating support, and to strengthen capacity to advocate for, acquire, rehabilitate, and stabilize affordable housing202330779349100203
2021Aeon Minneapolis, MNB$300,000paidor general operating support, and to strengthen capacity to advocate for, acquire, rehabilitate, and stabilize affordable housing202430809349100613
2021Sierra Club Foundation Oakland, CAB$300,000paidto replace fossil fuels with clean energy as part of a broad and powerful climate justice movement202330779349100203
2021Centro de Trabajadores Unidos En la Lucha Minneapolis, MNB$300,000paidto support equitable new models for development, housing, and community safety202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Council of Nonprofits Inc St Paul, MNB$290,000paidto provide general operating support, coordinate nonprofit information about and access to American Rescue Plan funds, and support the executive leadership transition underway at MCN202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Council of Nonprofits Inc St Paul, MNB$290,000paidto provide general operating support, coordinate nonprofit information about and access to American Rescue Plan funds, and support the executive leadership transition underway at MCN202430809349100613
2021Minneapolis College of Art and Design Minneapolis, MNB$279,000approved, futurefor a fellowship program for mid-career visual artists in Minnesota202330779349100203
2021Minneapolis College of Art and Design Minneapolis, MNB$279,000approved, futurefor a fellowship program for mid-career visual artists in Minnesota202430809349100613
2021Minneapolis College of Art and Design Minneapolis, MNB$278,000approved, futurefor a fellowship program for mid-career visual artists in Minnesota202430809349100613
2021Minneapolis College of Art and Design Minneapolis, MNB$278,000approved, futurefor a fellowship program for mid-career visual artists in Minnesota202330779349100203
2021Minneapolis College of Art and Design Minneapolis, MNB$276,000paidfor a fellowship program for mid-career visual artists in Minnesota202430809349100613
2021Minneapolis College of Art and Design Minneapolis, MNB$276,000paidfor a fellowship program for mid-career visual artists in Minnesota202330779349100203
2021St John's Hospital Foundation Jackson, WYD$275,000paidfor program support202430809349100613
2021St John's Hospital Foundation Jackson, WYD$275,000paidfor program support202330779349100203
2021Climate Generation Minneapolis, MNB$270,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Climate Generation Minneapolis, MNB$270,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021The Loft Inc Minneapolis, MNB$258,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021The Loft Inc Minneapolis, MNB$258,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Hourcar St Paul, MNB$250,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Project for Pride in Living Inc Minneapolis, MNB$250,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Inquilinxs Unidxs Por Justicia - United Renters for Justice Minneapolis, MNC$250,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Navigate Minneapolis, MNU$250,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Inquilinxs Unidxs Por Justicia - United Renters for Justice Minneapolis, MNC$250,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Working Partnerships Minneapolis, MNB$250,000paidto support regranting to worker centers and nonprofits engaged in innovative partnerships with labor organizations202430809349100613
2021Project for Pride in Living Inc Minneapolis, MNB$250,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy St Paul, MNB$250,000paidto advocate for equitable climate action by Minnesota's state and local governments202330779349100203
2021Navigate Minneapolis, MNU$250,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Ndn Collective Rapid City, SDB$250,000approved, futureto support the build out of an NDN Collective hub and programming in Minnesota202330779349100203
2021Center for Economic Inclusion St Paul, MNU$250,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Project for Pride in Living Inc Minneapolis, MNB$250,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Inquilinxs Unidxs Por Justicia - United Renters for Justice Minneapolis, MNC$250,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy St Paul, MNB$250,000approved, futureto advocate for equitable climate action by Minnesota's state and local governments202330779349100203
2021Working Partnerships Incorporated Minneapolis, MNB$250,000approved, futureto support regranting to worker centers and nonprofits engaged in innovative partnerships with labor organizations202430809349100613
2021Springboard for the Arts St Paul, MNB$250,000paidto support economic mobility through a guaranteed income pilot, creative entrepreneur support, and rural creativity and regeneration programming202430809349100613
2021Working Partnerships Minneapolis, MNB$250,000paidto support regranting to worker centers and nonprofits engaged in innovative partnerships with labor organizations202330779349100203
2021Ndn Collective Rapid City, SDB$250,000paidto support the build out of an NDN Collective hub and programming in Minnesota202330779349100203
2021Project for Pride in Living Inc Minneapolis, MNB$250,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Hmong American Farmers Association West Saint Paul, MNB$250,000paidto support the purchase of the Hmong American Farmers Association farm and incubator to ensure long-term affordable land access for Hmong farmers202430809349100613
2021Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy St Paul, MNB$250,000paidto advocate for equitable climate action by Minnesota's state and local governments202430809349100613
2021Pillsbury United Communities Minneapolis, MNC$250,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Springboard for the Arts St Paul, MNB$250,000paidto support economic mobility through a guaranteed income pilot, creative entrepreneur support, and rural creativity and regeneration programming202330779349100203
2021Pillsbury United Communities Minneapolis, MNC$250,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Navigate Minneapolis, MNU$250,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Pillsbury United Communities Minneapolis, MNC$250,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Working Partnerships Incorporated Minneapolis, MNB$250,000approved, futureto support regranting to worker centers and nonprofits engaged in innovative partnerships with labor organizations202330779349100203
2021Hmong American Farmers Association West Saint Paul, MNB$250,000paidto support the purchase of the Hmong American Farmers Association farm and incubator to ensure long-term affordable land access for Hmong farmers202330779349100203
2021Pillsbury United Communities Minneapolis, MNC$250,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Pillsbury United Communities Minneapolis, MNC$250,000approved, futureto build Black generational wealth, strengthen Black women owned businesses through technical and financial support, and strengthen local neighborhood economies202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy St Paul, MNB$250,000approved, futureto advocate for equitable climate action by Minnesota's state and local governments202430809349100613
2021Ndn Collective Rapid City, SDB$250,000paidto support the build out of an NDN Collective hub and programming in Minnesota202430809349100613
2021Partnership Project Inc Washington, DCB$250,000paidto help climate advocates improve their public engagement work202430809349100613
2021Hourcar St Paul, MNB$250,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Ndn Collective Rapid City, SDB$250,000approved, futureto support the build out of an NDN Collective hub and programming in Minnesota202430809349100613
2021Navigate Minneapolis, MNU$250,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Partnership Project Inc Washington, DCB$250,000paidto help climate advocates improve their public engagement work202330779349100203
2021Center for Economic Inclusion St Paul, MNU$250,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Pillsbury United Communities Minneapolis, MNC$250,000approved, futureto build Black generational wealth, strengthen Black women owned businesses through technical and financial support, and strengthen local neighborhood economies202430809349100613
2021Inquilinxs Unidxs Por Justicia - United Renters for Justice Minneapolis, MNC$250,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021American Composers Forum St Paul, MNB$240,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Alliance of Artists Communities Providence, RIB$240,000paidfor designing and implementing a residency consortium fellowship program for McKnight Artist Fellows202330779349100203
2021American Composers Forum St Paul, MNB$240,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Alliance of Artists Communities Providence, RIB$240,000paidfor designing and implementing a residency consortium fellowship program for McKnight Artist Fellows202430809349100613
2021Minnesota Shubert Center for Dance and Music Minneapolis, MNU$230,000paidfor McKnight Artist Fellowships and development opportunities for midcareer choreographers in Minnesota202430809349100613
2021Minnesota Shubert Center for Dance and Music Minneapolis, MNU$230,000paidfor McKnight Artist Fellowships and development opportunities for midcareer choreographers in Minnesota202330779349100203
2021American Composers Forum St Paul, MNB$228,000paidfor the McKnight Artist Fellowships for composers202330779349100203
2021American Composers Forum St Paul, MNB$228,000paidfor the McKnight Artist Fellowships for composers202430809349100613
2021Evhybridnoire Atlanta, GAC$225,000paidfor general operating support, and to connect state and federal decisionmakers and lift up stories from the Midwest202430809349100613
2021Ndn Collective Rapid City, SDB$225,000paidto support the build out of an NDN Collective hub and programming in Minnesota202430809349100613
2021Renew Wisconsin Inc Madison, WIB$225,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Housing Partnership St Paul, MNB$225,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Clean Wisconsin Inc Madison, WIB$225,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Housing Partnership St Paul, MNB$225,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Ndn Collective Rapid City, SDB$225,000paidto support the build out of an NDN Collective hub and programming in Minnesota202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Housing Partnership St Paul, MNB$225,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Minnesota Housing Partnership St Paul, MNB$225,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Renew Wisconsin Inc Madison, WIB$225,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Evhybridnoire Atlanta, GAC$225,000paidfor general operating support, and to connect state and federal decisionmakers and lift up stories from the Midwest202330779349100203
2021Ndn Collective Rapid City, SDB$225,000approved, futureto support the build out of an NDN Collective hub and programming in Minnesota202430809349100613
2021Clean Wisconsin Inc Madison, WIB$225,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Ndn Collective Rapid City, SDB$225,000approved, futureto support the build out of an NDN Collective hub and programming in Minnesota202330779349100203
2021University of Minnesota Foundation Minneapolis, MNB$215,000paidto convert opportunity into action by scaling policy-enabled clean energy opportunities in communities across Minnesota and sharing stories to promote replication202330779349100203
2021Clean Up the River Environment Montevideo, MNB$215,000paidto engage rural communities in Minnesota around clean energy and efficiency opportunities as well as to support a working lands strategy202430809349100613
2021University of Minnesota Foundation Minneapolis, MNB$215,000approved, futureto convert opportunity into action by scaling policy-enabled clean energy opportunities in communities across Minnesota and sharing stories to promote replication202330779349100203
2021University of Minnesota Foundation Minneapolis, MNB$215,000approved, futureto convert opportunity into action by scaling policy-enabled clean energy opportunities in communities across Minnesota and sharing stories to promote replication202430809349100613
2021University of Minnesota Foundation Minneapolis, MNB$215,000paidto convert opportunity into action by scaling policy-enabled clean energy opportunities in communities across Minnesota and sharing stories to promote replication202430809349100613
2021Clean Up the River Environment Montevideo, MNB$215,000paidto engage rural communities in Minnesota around clean energy and efficiency opportunities as well as to support a working lands strategy202330779349100203
2021Center for Energy and Environment Minneapolis, MNB$212,500approved, futureto defend, evolve, and expand Minnesota's energy efficiency policies, and to accelerate to a just and equitable decarbonized grid in Minnesota and the Midwest202330779349100203
2021Center for Energy and Environment Minneapolis, MNB$212,500approved, futureto defend, evolve, and expand Minnesota's energy efficiency policies, and to accelerate to a just and equitable decarbonized grid in Minnesota and the Midwest202430809349100613
2021Center for Energy and Environment Minneapolis, MNB$212,500paidto defend, evolve, and expand Minnesota's energy efficiency policies, and to accelerate to a just and equitable decarbonized grid in Minnesota and the Midwest202430809349100613
2021Center for Energy and Environment Minneapolis, MNB$212,500paidto defend, evolve, and expand Minnesota's energy efficiency policies, and to accelerate to a just and equitable decarbonized grid in Minnesota and the Midwest202330779349100203
2021University of Vermont and State Agricultural College Foundation Burlington, VTB$210,000paidAgroecology Support for CCRP202430809349100613
2021University of Vermont and State Agricultural College Foundation Burlington, VTB$210,000paidAgroecology Support for CCRP202330779349100203
2021The Loft Inc Minneapolis, MNB$206,000paidfor McKnight Artist Fellowships for midcareer literary artists and writers in Minnesota202430809349100613
2021The Loft Inc Minneapolis, MNB$206,000paidfor McKnight Artist Fellowships for midcareer literary artists and writers in Minnesota202330779349100203
2021Colorado State University Fort Collins, COU$205,000paidBuilding and assessing soil health in smallholder systems: research and engagement across the CCRP202330779349100203
2021Colorado State University Fort Collins, COU$205,000paidBuilding and assessing soil health in smallholder systems: research and engagement across the CCRP202430809349100613
2021Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors New York, NYC$202,500approved, futureto create economic opportunity in communities affected by the changing coal economy in the Midwest202430809349100613
2021Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors New York, NYC$202,500approved, futureto create economic opportunity in communities affected by the changing coal economy in the Midwest202330779349100203
2021Alliance for Metropolitan Stability Minneapolis, MNB$200,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and support for the Blue Line Coalition202430809349100613
2021Tides Foundation San Francisco, CAB$200,000paidto build capacity for climate education and mobilization plans in the Midwest202430809349100613
2021Springboard for the Arts St Paul, MNB$200,000approved, futureto support economic mobility through a guaranteed income pilot, creative entrepreneur support, and rural creativity and regeneration programming202430809349100613
2021Alliance for Metropolitan Stability Minneapolis, MNB$200,000paidfor general operating support, and support for the Blue Line Coalition202330779349100203
2021Cultural Wellness Center Minneapolis, MNB$200,000approved, futureto support the Lake Street Alignment Process202330779349100203
2021Alliance for Climate Education Boulder, COD$200,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Southwest Initiative Foundation Hutchinson, MNB$200,000approved, futureto create long-lasting, vibrant and healthy communities by working to develop emerging leaders and create long-term systems change for equity202430809349100613
2021Northside Achievement Zone Minneapolis, MNB$200,000paidfor support of NAZ's Education, Career & Finance, and Parent Leadership and Systems Change strategies202330779349100203
2021Southwest Initiative Foundation Hutchinson, MNB$200,000approved, futureto create long-lasting, vibrant and healthy communities by working to develop emerging leaders and create long-term systems change for equity202330779349100203
2021Alliance for Metropolitan Stability Minneapolis, MNB$200,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and support for the Blue Line Coalition202330779349100203
2021Hope Community Inc Minneapolis, MNB$200,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Evergreen Collaborative Seattle, WAU$200,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Hourcar St Paul, MNB$200,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Coalition of Asian American Leaders St Paul, MNB$200,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Capi USA Brooklyn Center, MNB$200,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021New Venture Fund Washington, DCB$200,000paidto identify and support efforts to help center communities and people in the redistricting process in Midwestern states, and create a national infrastructure to support fair maps in 2021202430809349100613
2021New Venture Fund Washington, DCB$200,000paidto identify and support efforts to help center communities and people in the redistricting process in Midwestern states, and create a national infrastructure to support fair maps in 2021202330779349100203
2021Global Greengrants Fund Boulder, COC$200,000approved, futureStrengthening Climate-resilient Food Systems at the Territorial Level While Shifting Food System Policies202330779349100203
2021Commonbond Communities St Paul, MNB$200,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Commonbond Communities St Paul, MNB$200,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021University of Minnesota Foundation Minneapolis, MNB$200,000paidto support the Institute on the Environment's implementation of an integrated research, leadership, and outreach plan for decarbonization, centered in Minnesota202430809349100613
2021City of Lakes Community Land Trust Minneapolis, MNU$200,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and for project funding to support the first Commercial Land Trust Initiative properties in Minneapolis202430809349100613
2021Metropolitan Regional Arts Council Saint Paul, MNC$200,000approved, futurefor re-granting programs in support of individual artists202430809349100613
2021City of Lakes Community Land Trust Minneapolis, MNU$200,000paidfor general operating support, and for project funding to support the first Commercial Land Trust Initiative properties in Minneapolis202330779349100203
2021Northcountry Cooperative Foundation Columbia Heights, MNU$200,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and to build a revolving working capital fund for housing cooperative conversion202330779349100203
2021Springboard for the Arts St Paul, MNB$200,000approved, futureto support economic mobility through a guaranteed income pilot, creative entrepreneur support, and rural creativity and regeneration programming202330779349100203
2021Alliance for Metropolitan Stability Minneapolis, MNB$200,000paidfor general operating support, and support for the Blue Line Coalition202430809349100613
2021Cultural Wellness Center Minneapolis, MNB$200,000approved, futureto support the Lake Street Alignment Process202430809349100613
2021Tides Foundation San Francisco, CAB$200,000paidto build capacity for climate education and mobilization plans in the Midwest202330779349100203
2021Global Greengrants Fund Boulder, COC$200,000approved, futureStrengthening Climate-resilient Food Systems at the Territorial Level While Shifting Food System Policies202430809349100613
2021Hourcar St Paul, MNB$200,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021University of Minnesota Foundation Minneapolis, MNB$200,000approved, futureto support the Institute on the Environment's implementation of an integrated research, leadership, and outreach plan for decarbonization, centered in Minnesota202330779349100203
2021Evergreen Collaborative Seattle, WAU$200,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations RomeU$200,000paidStrengthening multistakeholder cooperation on agroecological approaches for sustainable agriculture202430809349100613
2021Clean Energy Economy Minnesota Minneapolis, MNB$200,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Commonbond Communities St Paul, MNB$200,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Coalition of Asian American Leaders St Paul, MNB$200,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Clean Energy Economy Minnesota Minneapolis, MNB$200,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative St Paul, MNB$200,000paidfor general operating support, and to grow the capacity of the Bring it Home Minnesota campaign to organize a statewide base working towards guaranteeing rent subsidies for all households that qualify202330779349100203
2021Hope Community Inc Minneapolis, MNB$200,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Alliance for Climate Education Boulder, COD$200,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021University of Minnesota Foundation Minneapolis, MNB$200,000paidto support the Institute on the Environment's implementation of an integrated research, leadership, and outreach plan for decarbonization, centered in Minnesota202330779349100203
2021Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative St Paul, MNB$200,000paidfor general operating support, and to grow the capacity of the Bring it Home Minnesota campaign to organize a statewide base working towards guaranteeing rent subsidies for all households that qualify202430809349100613
2021Northcountry Cooperative Foundation Columbia Heights, MNU$200,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and to build a revolving working capital fund for housing cooperative conversion202430809349100613
2021Capi USA Brooklyn Center, MNB$200,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021City of Lakes Community Land Trust Minneapolis, MNU$200,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and for project funding to support the first Commercial Land Trust Initiative properties in Minneapolis202330779349100203
2021Metropolitan Regional Arts Council Saint Paul, MNC$200,000paidfor re-granting programs in support of individual artists202330779349100203
2021Southwest Initiative Foundation Hutchinson, MNB$200,000approved, futureto create long-lasting, vibrant and healthy communities by working to develop emerging leaders and create long-term systems change for equity202430809349100613
2021Evergreen Collaborative Seattle, WAU$200,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Capi USA Brooklyn Center, MNB$200,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Evergreen Collaborative Seattle, WAU$200,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Coalition of Asian American Leaders St Paul, MNB$200,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Metropolitan Regional Arts Council Saint Paul, MNC$200,000approved, futurefor re-granting programs in support of individual artists202330779349100203
2021Metropolitan Regional Arts Council Saint Paul, MNC$200,000paidfor re-granting programs in support of individual artists202430809349100613
2021University of Minnesota Foundation Minneapolis, MNB$200,000approved, futureto support the Institute on the Environment's implementation of an integrated research, leadership, and outreach plan for decarbonization, centered in Minnesota202430809349100613
2021Capi USA Brooklyn Center, MNB$200,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Commonbond Communities St Paul, MNB$200,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Forth Mobility Fund Portland, ORU$200,000paidto build capacity, create stronger relationships between equity focused and mainstream organizations, and advance equitable electric mobility202430809349100613
2021City of Lakes Community Land Trust Minneapolis, MNU$200,000paidfor general operating support, and for project funding to support the first Commercial Land Trust Initiative properties in Minneapolis202430809349100613
2021Clean Energy Economy Minnesota Minneapolis, MNB$200,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Coalition of Asian American Leaders St Paul, MNB$200,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Northside Achievement Zone Minneapolis, MNB$200,000paidfor support of NAZ's Education, Career & Finance, and Parent Leadership and Systems Change strategies202430809349100613
2021Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations RomeU$200,000paidStrengthening multistakeholder cooperation on agroecological approaches for sustainable agriculture202330779349100203
2021Clean Energy Economy Minnesota Minneapolis, MNB$200,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Forth Mobility Fund Portland, ORU$200,000paidto build capacity, create stronger relationships between equity focused and mainstream organizations, and advance equitable electric mobility202330779349100203
2021Southwest Initiative Foundation Hutchinson, MNB$200,000approved, futureto create long-lasting, vibrant and healthy communities by working to develop emerging leaders and create long-term systems change for equity202330779349100203
2021Filmnorth St Paul, MNB$195,000paidfor the McKnight Artist Fellowships for media artists202430809349100613
2021Filmnorth St Paul, MNB$195,000paidfor the McKnight Artist Fellowships for media artists202330779349100203
2021Takeaction Minnesota Education Fund Saint Paul, MNB$190,000paidto support environmental justice organizing work and program development202330779349100203
2021Takeaction Minnesota Education Fund Saint Paul, MNB$190,000paidto support environmental justice organizing work and program development202430809349100613
2021Minnesota Shubert Center for Dance and Music Minneapolis, MNU$187,000paidfor McKnight Artist Fellowships and development opportunities for midcareer dancers in Minnesota202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Shubert Center for Dance and Music Minneapolis, MNU$187,000paidfor McKnight Artist Fellowships and development opportunities for midcareer dancers in Minnesota202430809349100613
2021Macphail Center for Music Minneapolis, MNB$181,000paidfor the McKnight Artist Fellowships for musicians202330779349100203
2021Macphail Center for Music Minneapolis, MNB$181,000paidfor the McKnight Artist Fellowships for musicians202430809349100613
2021Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors New York, NYC$177,500paidto create economic opportunity in communities affected by the changing coal economy in the Midwest202330779349100203
2021Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors New York, NYC$177,500paidto create economic opportunity in communities affected by the changing coal economy in the Midwest202430809349100613
2021Urban Homeworks Inc Minneapolis, MNU$175,000approved, futurefor general operating and capacity building support202330779349100203
2021Native American Community Development Institute Minneapolis, MNC$175,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Neighborhood Development Center Saint Paul, MNB$175,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021University of Greenwich Chatham Maritime, KentU$175,000paidFRN assessments of botanical pesticides to augment above and below ground ecosystem services for crop resilience202330779349100203
2021Neighborhood Development Center Saint Paul, MNB$175,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Metropolitan Consortium of Community Developers Minneapolis, MNB$175,000paidfor general operating support, and for capacity building for community wealth work202430809349100613
2021Native American Community Development Institute Minneapolis, MNC$175,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Urban Homeworks Inc Minneapolis, MNU$175,000paidfor general operating and capacity building support202330779349100203
2021Urban Homeworks Inc Minneapolis, MNU$175,000approved, futurefor general operating and capacity building support202430809349100613
2021Urban Homeworks Inc Minneapolis, MNU$175,000paidfor general operating and capacity building support202430809349100613
2021Local Initiatives Support Corporation New York, NYB$175,000approved, futurefor operating and program support to advance economic mobility, build wealth, and increase capacity and BIPOC leadership, for equitable and inclusive community and economic development in Duluth202330779349100203
2021Metropolitan Consortium of Community Developers Minneapolis, MNB$175,000paidfor general operating support, and for capacity building for community wealth work202330779349100203
2021Local Initiatives Support Corporation New York, NYB$175,000paidfor operating and program support to advance economic mobility, build wealth, and increase capacity and BIPOC leadership, for equitable and inclusive community and economic development in Duluth202430809349100613
2021Neighborhood Development Center Saint Paul, MNB$175,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Native American Community Development Institute Minneapolis, MNC$175,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Local Initiatives Support Corporation New York, NYB$175,000paidfor operating and program support to advance economic mobility, build wealth, and increase capacity and BIPOC leadership, for equitable and inclusive community and economic development in Duluth202330779349100203
2021Local Initiatives Support Corporation New York, NYB$175,000approved, futurefor operating and program support to advance economic mobility, build wealth, and increase capacity and BIPOC leadership, for equitable and inclusive community and economic development in Duluth202430809349100613
2021University of Greenwich Chatham Maritime, KentU$175,000paidFRN assessments of botanical pesticides to augment above and below ground ecosystem services for crop resilience202430809349100613
2021Neighborhood Development Center Saint Paul, MNB$175,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Native American Community Development Institute Minneapolis, MNC$175,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources LilongweU$172,000paidStrengthening farmer-managed seed systems for improved seed quality and access to preferred varieties in Malawi202430809349100613
2021Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources LilongweU$172,000paidStrengthening farmer-managed seed systems for improved seed quality and access to preferred varieties in Malawi202330779349100203
2021International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics Hyderabad, TelanganaU$168,000paidNetworking4Seed: Growing sustainable seed systems by learning from experiences across Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger202430809349100613
2021International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics Hyderabad, TelanganaU$168,000paidNetworking4Seed: Growing sustainable seed systems by learning from experiences across Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger202330779349100203
2021Northern Clay Center Minneapolis, MNB$168,000paidfor the McKnight Artist Fellowships for ceramic artists and a visiting ceramic artists residency program202430809349100613
2021Northern Clay Center Minneapolis, MNB$168,000paidfor the McKnight Artist Fellowships for ceramic artists and a visiting ceramic artists residency program202330779349100203
2021Playwrights' Center Inc Minneapolis, MNC$157,000approved, futurefor a fellowship program to support Minnesota-based theater artists202330779349100203
2021Playwrights' Center Inc Minneapolis, MNC$157,000paidfor a fellowship program to support Minnesota-based theater artists202430809349100613
2021Playwrights' Center Inc Minneapolis, MNC$157,000approved, futurefor a fellowship program to support Minnesota-based theater artists202330779349100203
2021Playwrights' Center Inc Minneapolis, MNC$157,000paidfor a fellowship program to support Minnesota-based theater artists202330779349100203
2021Playwrights' Center Inc Minneapolis, MNC$157,000approved, futurefor a fellowship program to support Minnesota-based theater artists202430809349100613
2021Playwrights' Center Inc Minneapolis, MNC$157,000approved, futurefor a fellowship program to support Minnesota-based theater artists202430809349100613
2021Indigenous Roots Saint Paul, MNB$150,000approved, futurefor a fellowship program for Culture Bearers202330779349100203
2021Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundation Saint Paul, MNC$150,000paidor the People's Prosperity Pilot, a guaranteed income demonstration project in the City of Saint Paul202430809349100613
2021Pillsbury United Communities Minneapolis, MNC$150,000approved, futureto build Black generational wealth, strengthen Black women owned businesses through technical and financial support, and strengthen local neighborhood economies202430809349100613
2021The Nature Conservancy Arlington, VAB$150,000paidto tackle climate change across Iowa and Minnesota by sparking energy system transformation and developing natural climate solutions to drive inclusive conversations and meaningful impact202430809349100613
2021All Square Minneapolis, MNB$150,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Sahan Journal St Paul, MNC$150,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021National Lead for America Chapel Hill, NCU$150,000approved, futureto support the Lead For Minnesota Fellowship program202430809349100613
2021St Paul Transportation Management Organization St Paul, MNB$150,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Build Wealth Minnesota Inc Minneapolis, MND$150,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Our Streets Minneapolis Minneapolis, MNU$150,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Lake Street Council Minneapolis, MNB$150,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021United States Energy Foundation San Francisco, CAU$150,000paidto support grantees historically not included in the clean transportation space, and broaden the scope of both community grantmaking and advocacy partners for the equitable clean transportation future202430809349100613
2021Our Streets Minneapolis Minneapolis, MNU$150,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Minneapolis, MNC$150,000approved, futureto support revitalization work along the Lake Street Corridor202330779349100203
2021Minnesota - State of St Paul, MNU$150,000paidto build capacity for incarcerated students in Minnesota to access federal Pell grant dollars and help reduce a systemic barrier to economic mobility, a college degree202330779349100203
2021United States Energy Foundation San Francisco, CAU$150,000paidto support grantees historically not included in the clean transportation space, and broaden the scope of both community grantmaking and advocacy partners for the equitable clean transportation future202330779349100203
2021Hired Minneapolis, MNU$150,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and to advance critical workforce development efforts through the Minnesota Employment Services Consortium202330779349100203
2021Indigenous Roots Saint Paul, MNB$150,000approved, futurefor a fellowship program for Culture Bearers202430809349100613
2021Metropolitan Consortium of Community Developers Minneapolis, MNB$150,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and for capacity building for community wealth work202330779349100203
2021Sahan Journal St Paul, MNC$150,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Ed Allies Minneapolis, MNC$150,000paidfor general operating support, and to enhance capacity for educator effectiveness work202430809349100613
2021Lake Street Council Minneapolis, MNB$150,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Minnesota - State of St Paul, MNU$150,000approved, futureto build capacity for incarcerated students in Minnesota to access federal Pell grant dollars and help reduce a systemic barrier to economic mobility, a college degree202430809349100613
2021Institute for Local Self-Reliance Inc Minneapolis, MNB$150,000paidto accelerate equitable clean energy in Minnesota cities via movement-building, education, and breaking energy barriers202430809349100613
2021Hired Minneapolis, MNU$150,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and to advance critical workforce development efforts through the Minnesota Employment Services Consortium202430809349100613
2021The Network for Better Futures Minneapolis, MNC$150,000paidto accelerate economic mobility and strengthen families202430809349100613
2021St Paul Transportation Management Organization St Paul, MNB$150,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Our Streets Minneapolis Minneapolis, MNU$150,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Public Radio St Paul, MNB$150,000approved, futureto engage Minnesota Public Radio's audience on the topic of climate change202430809349100613
2021Home Line Bloomington, MNB$150,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Minnesota Public Radio St Paul, MNB$150,000paidto engage Minnesota Public Radio's audience on the topic of climate change202430809349100613
2021The Nature Conservancy Arlington, VAB$150,000paidto tackle climate change across Iowa and Minnesota by sparking energy system transformation and developing natural climate solutions to drive inclusive conversations and meaningful impact202330779349100203
2021Penumbra Theatre Company Inc St Paul, MNB$150,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and to build capacity for program piloting and business plan development for Penumbra's next lifecycle as a center for racial healing and performing arts campus202430809349100613
2021Majority Action Silver Spring, MDB$150,000paidto drive wholesale transformation of fossil fuel-intensive and fossil adjacent companies through investor-led accountability campaigns that involve high-level investor organizing and partnerships with racial justice and climate activist organizations202430809349100613
2021Institute for Local Self-Reliance Inc Minneapolis, MNB$150,000paidto accelerate equitable clean energy in Minnesota cities via movement-building, education, and breaking energy barriers202330779349100203
2021Lower Sioux Indian Community Morton, MNU$150,000paidfor general operating support, to support arts programming at the Intergenerational Cultural Incubator at Lower Sioux, to close the final gap in the incubator capital budget, and to help sustain the newly established tribal education department202430809349100613
2021Pillsbury United Communities Minneapolis, MNC$150,000approved, futureto build Black generational wealth, strengthen Black women owned businesses through technical and financial support, and strengthen local neighborhood economies202330779349100203
2021Penumbra Theatre Company Inc St Paul, MNB$150,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and to build capacity for program piloting and business plan development for Penumbra's next lifecycle as a center for racial healing and performing arts campus202330779349100203
2021Climate Jobs National Resource Center Inc New York, NYB$150,000paidto create state-based and state-led Climate Jobs coalitions in Wisconsin202330779349100203
2021National Lead for America Chapel Hill, NCU$150,000paidto support the Lead For Minnesota Fellowship program202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Education Equity Partnership St Paul, MNC$150,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Sahan Journal St Paul, MNC$150,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Honor the Earth Callaway, MNU$150,000paidto catalyze a Just Transition on the White Earth reservation and region through transforming systems to access necessary infrastructure and capital for work in renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and local microenterprises202430809349100613
2021Institute for Local Self-Reliance Inc Minneapolis, MNB$150,000approved, futureto accelerate equitable clean energy in Minnesota cities via movement-building, education, and breaking energy barriers202430809349100613
2021Sahan Journal St Paul, MNC$150,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundation Saint Paul, MNC$150,000paidto support the East Side Funders Group202430809349100613
2021Destination Medical Center Economic Development Agency Rochester, MNB$150,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Honor the Earth Callaway, MNU$150,000approved, futureto catalyze a Just Transition on the White Earth reservation and region through transforming systems to access necessary infrastructure and capital for work in renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and local microenterprises202330779349100203
2021The Network for Better Futures Minneapolis, MNC$150,000paidto accelerate economic mobility and strengthen families202330779349100203
2021Clean Up the River Environment Montevideo, MNB$150,000approved, futureto engage rural communities in Minnesota around clean energy and efficiency opportunities as well as to support a working lands strategy202330779349100203
2021Build Wealth Minnesota Inc Minneapolis, MND$150,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Minnesota - State of St Paul, MNU$150,000paidto build capacity for incarcerated students in Minnesota to access federal Pell grant dollars and help reduce a systemic barrier to economic mobility, a college degree202430809349100613
2021Northside Economic Opportunity Network Minneapolis, MNB$150,000approved, futurefor general operating and capital support202330779349100203
2021Metropolitan Consortium of Community Developers Minneapolis, MNB$150,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and for capacity building for community wealth work202430809349100613
2021Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Minneapolis, MNC$150,000approved, futureto support revitalization work along the Lake Street Corridor202430809349100613
2021Build Wealth Minnesota Inc Minneapolis, MND$150,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021All Square Minneapolis, MNB$150,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Isuroon Minneapolis, MNB$150,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Honor the Earth Callaway, MNU$150,000approved, futureto catalyze a Just Transition on the White Earth reservation and region through transforming systems to access necessary infrastructure and capital for work in renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and local microenterprises202430809349100613
2021Penumbra Theatre Company Inc St Paul, MNB$150,000paidfor general operating support, and to build capacity for program piloting and business plan development for Penumbra's next lifecycle as a center for racial healing and performing arts campus202330779349100203
2021Home Line Bloomington, MNB$150,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Clean Up the River Environment Montevideo, MNB$150,000approved, futureto engage rural communities in Minnesota around clean energy and efficiency opportunities as well as to support a working lands strategy202430809349100613
2021Destination Medical Center Economic Development Agency Rochester, MNB$150,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Minnesota Education Equity Partnership St Paul, MNC$150,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021All Square Minneapolis, MNB$150,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Home Line Bloomington, MNB$150,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021National Lead for America Chapel Hill, NCU$150,000paidto support the Lead For Minnesota Fellowship program202430809349100613
2021St Paul Transportation Management Organization St Paul, MNB$150,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Minnesota - State of St Paul, MNU$150,000approved, futureto build capacity for incarcerated students in Minnesota to access federal Pell grant dollars and help reduce a systemic barrier to economic mobility, a college degree202330779349100203
2021Climate Jobs National Resource Center Inc New York, NYB$150,000paidto create state-based and state-led Climate Jobs coalitions in Wisconsin202430809349100613
2021Majority Action Silver Spring, MDB$150,000paidto drive wholesale transformation of fossil fuel-intensive and fossil adjacent companies through investor-led accountability campaigns that involve high-level investor organizing and partnerships with racial justice and climate activist organizations202330779349100203
2021Home Line Bloomington, MNB$150,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundation Saint Paul, MNC$150,000paidto support the East Side Funders Group202330779349100203
2021Hired Minneapolis, MNU$150,000paidfor general operating support, and to advance critical workforce development efforts through the Minnesota Employment Services Consortium202330779349100203
2021Ed Allies Minneapolis, MNC$150,000paidfor general operating support, and to enhance capacity for educator effectiveness work202330779349100203
2021Institute for Local Self-Reliance Inc Minneapolis, MNB$150,000approved, futureto accelerate equitable clean energy in Minnesota cities via movement-building, education, and breaking energy barriers202330779349100203
2021The Nature Conservancy Arlington, VAB$150,000approved, futureto tackle climate change across Iowa and Minnesota by sparking energy system transformation and developing natural climate solutions to drive inclusive conversations and meaningful impact202330779349100203
2021Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundation Saint Paul, MNC$150,000paidor the People's Prosperity Pilot, a guaranteed income demonstration project in the City of Saint Paul202330779349100203
2021Build Wealth Minnesota Inc Minneapolis, MND$150,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Minneapolis, MNC$150,000paidto support revitalization work along the Lake Street Corridor202330779349100203
2021Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Minneapolis, MNC$150,000paidto support revitalization work along the Lake Street Corridor202430809349100613
2021Minnesota Public Radio St Paul, MNB$150,000approved, futureto engage Minnesota Public Radio's audience on the topic of climate change202330779349100203
2021All Square Minneapolis, MNB$150,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021St Paul Transportation Management Organization St Paul, MNB$150,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Hired Minneapolis, MNU$150,000paidfor general operating support, and to advance critical workforce development efforts through the Minnesota Employment Services Consortium202430809349100613
2021National Lead for America Chapel Hill, NCU$150,000approved, futureto support the Lead For Minnesota Fellowship program202330779349100203
2021Honor the Earth Callaway, MNU$150,000paidto catalyze a Just Transition on the White Earth reservation and region through transforming systems to access necessary infrastructure and capital for work in renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and local microenterprises202330779349100203
2021The Nature Conservancy Arlington, VAB$150,000approved, futureto tackle climate change across Iowa and Minnesota by sparking energy system transformation and developing natural climate solutions to drive inclusive conversations and meaningful impact202430809349100613
2021Isuroon Minneapolis, MNB$150,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Minnesota Public Radio St Paul, MNB$150,000paidto engage Minnesota Public Radio's audience on the topic of climate change202330779349100203
2021Penumbra Theatre Company Inc St Paul, MNB$150,000paidfor general operating support, and to build capacity for program piloting and business plan development for Penumbra's next lifecycle as a center for racial healing and performing arts campus202430809349100613
2021Northside Economic Opportunity Network Minneapolis, MNB$150,000approved, futurefor general operating and capital support202430809349100613
2021Our Streets Minneapolis Minneapolis, MNU$150,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Lower Sioux Indian Community Morton, MNU$150,000paidfor general operating support, to support arts programming at the Intergenerational Cultural Incubator at Lower Sioux, to close the final gap in the incubator capital budget, and to help sustain the newly established tribal education department202330779349100203
2021Agriculture Improvement Support Services HomabayU$145,000paidEmbedding Option by Context interactions through improved participation and farmer leadership within the western Kenyan NGOs's Farmer Research Network202330779349100203
2021Agriculture Improvement Support Services HomabayU$145,000paidEmbedding Option by Context interactions through improved participation and farmer leadership within the western Kenyan NGOs's Farmer Research Network202430809349100613
2021Playwrights' Center Inc Minneapolis, MNC$144,000paidfor the McKnight Artist Fellowships for playwrights202430809349100613
2021Playwrights' Center Inc Minneapolis, MNC$144,000paidfor the McKnight Artist Fellowships for playwrights202330779349100203
2021African Career Education and Resources Brooklyn Park, MNB$140,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and to build out organizational infrastructure202330779349100203
2021Universit Dan Dicko Dankoulodo de Maradi MaradiU$140,000paidSahel-IPM, Integrated management of major insect pests for rainfed crops in the Sahel202330779349100203
2021Latino Economic Development Center St Paul, MNB$140,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Latino Economic Development Center St Paul, MNB$140,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Latino Economic Development Center St Paul, MNB$140,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Northern Clay Center Minneapolis, MNB$140,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Latino Economic Development Center St Paul, MNB$140,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Universit Dan Dicko Dankoulodo de Maradi MaradiU$140,000paidSahel-IPM, Integrated management of major insect pests for rainfed crops in the Sahel202430809349100613
2021Northern Clay Center Minneapolis, MNB$140,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Metropolitan Economic Development Association Minneapolis, MNB$140,000paidfor general operating support, and for one time organizational capacity building to increase lending202430809349100613
2021African Career Education and Resources Brooklyn Park, MNB$140,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and to build out organizational infrastructure202430809349100613
2021Metropolitan Economic Development Association Minneapolis, MNB$140,000paidfor general operating support, and for one time organizational capacity building to increase lending202330779349100203
2021Prepare and Prosper St Paul, MNB$130,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Prepare and Prosper St Paul, MNB$130,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Groundswell International Washington, DCC$129,000paidAssessment and deepening of the agro-ecological intensification led by peasant farmers in Burkina Faso, and for Institutional Changes Case Study in Niger, Burkina Faso, and Mali202330779349100203
2021Groundswell International Washington, DCC$129,000paidAssessment and deepening of the agro-ecological intensification led by peasant farmers in Burkina Faso, and for Institutional Changes Case Study in Niger, Burkina Faso, and Mali202430809349100613
2021Minnesota Center for Book Arts Minneapolis, MNB$126,000paidfor McKnight Artist Fellowships for mid-career book artists in Minnesota202430809349100613
2021Minnesota Center for Book Arts Minneapolis, MNB$126,000paidfor McKnight Artist Fellowships for mid-career book artists in Minnesota202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Voice St Paul, MNC$125,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Center for Rural Affairs Lyons, NEB$125,000paidto build long-term community organizing capacity through multi-issue advocacy and engagement in rural Minnesota and Iowa202430809349100613
2021Indigenous Roots Saint Paul, MNB$125,000approved, futurefor a fellowship program for Culture Bearers202330779349100203
2021Center for Rural Affairs Lyons, NEB$125,000paidto build long-term community organizing capacity through multi-issue advocacy and engagement in rural Minnesota and Iowa202330779349100203
2021Emerge Community Development Minneapolis, MNC$125,000paidfor general operating support; and to engage in a financial assessment202430809349100613
2021Emerge Community Development Minneapolis, MNC$125,000approved, futurefor general operating support; and to engage in a financial assessment202430809349100613
2021Center for Rural Affairs Lyons, NEB$125,000paidto build long-term community organizing capacity through multi-issue advocacy and engagement in rural Minnesota and Iowa202430809349100613
2021Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity Inc St Paul, MND$125,000paidfor ongoing advocacy program support and to build capacity in creating permanent affordability through a community land trust model202430809349100613
2021St Paul Transportation Management Organization St Paul, MNB$125,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021St Paul Transportation Management Organization St Paul, MNB$125,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Evhybridnoire Atlanta, GAC$125,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and to connect state and federal decisionmakers and lift up stories from the Midwest202430809349100613
2021Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity Inc St Paul, MND$125,000paidfor ongoing advocacy program support and to build capacity in creating permanent affordability through a community land trust model202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Voice St Paul, MNC$125,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundation Saint Paul, MNC$125,000paidto support Itasca Project initiatives to enhance equitable regional economic competitiveness and quality of life, and to support expansion of a CEO DEI cohort202430809349100613
2021Takeaction Minnesota Education Fund Saint Paul, MNB$125,000paidto broaden and deepen the constituencies demanding policy responses to climate change, including increased use of renewable energy, efficiency improvements, green jobs, and investments in transition and mitigation202430809349100613
2021Indigenous Roots Saint Paul, MNB$125,000paidfor a fellowship program for Culture Bearers202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Voice St Paul, MNC$125,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Highpoint Center for Printmaking Minneapolis, MNB$125,000paidfor a fellowship program for printmakers202430809349100613
2021Voices for Racial Justice Minneapolis, MNC$125,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Highpoint Center for Printmaking Minneapolis, MNB$125,000approved, futurefor a fellowship program for printmakers202430809349100613
2021Minnesota Home Ownership Center St Paul, MNB$125,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and to advance equitable access to homeownership for homebuyers and homeowners of color and immediate COVID response plan for lower-income households struggling and facing possible foreclosure in the wake of the pandemic202430809349100613
2021Highpoint Center for Printmaking Minneapolis, MNB$125,000paidfor a fellowship program for printmakers202330779349100203
2021Propel Nonprofits Minneapolis, MNB$125,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Pillsbury United Communities Minneapolis, MNC$125,000paidfor McKnight Artist Fellowships for mid-career and established community-engaged artists202330779349100203
2021Textile Center of Minnesota Minneaplis, MNB$125,000paidfor McKnight Artist Fellowships for midcareer fiber artists in Minnesota202430809349100613
2021Voices for Racial Justice Minneapolis, MNC$125,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Emerge Community Development Minneapolis, MNC$125,000approved, futurefor general operating support; and to engage in a financial assessment202330779349100203
2021Indigenous Roots Saint Paul, MNB$125,000paidfor a fellowship program for Culture Bearers202430809349100613
2021Voterunlead Duluth, MNU$125,000approved, futureto support the strengthening of Minnesota's civic ecosystem by increasing the number of women of color who are prepared to run for, and win, elected statewide office202330779349100203
2021Voices for Racial Justice Minneapolis, MNC$125,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Indigenous Roots Saint Paul, MNB$125,000approved, futurefor a fellowship program for Culture Bearers202430809349100613
2021Highpoint Center for Printmaking Minneapolis, MNB$125,000approved, futurefor a fellowship program for printmakers202330779349100203
2021African Career Education and Resources Brooklyn Park, MNB$125,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and to build out organizational infrastructure202430809349100613
2021Minnesota Home Ownership Center St Paul, MNB$125,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and to advance equitable access to homeownership for homebuyers and homeowners of color and immediate COVID response plan for lower-income households struggling and facing possible foreclosure in the wake of the pandemic202330779349100203
2021African Career Education and Resources Brooklyn Park, MNB$125,000paidfor general operating support, and to build out organizational infrastructure202430809349100613
2021Emerge Community Development Minneapolis, MNC$125,000paidfor general operating support; and to engage in a financial assessment202330779349100203
2021Pillsbury United Communities Minneapolis, MNC$125,000paidfor McKnight Artist Fellowships for mid-career and established community-engaged artists202430809349100613
2021Congregations Caring for Creation Minneapolis, MNB$125,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Indigenous Roots Saint Paul, MNB$125,000approved, futurefor a fellowship program for Culture Bearers202430809349100613
2021Voterunlead Duluth, MNU$125,000approved, futureto support the strengthening of Minnesota's civic ecosystem by increasing the number of women of color who are prepared to run for, and win, elected statewide office202430809349100613
2021Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundation Saint Paul, MNC$125,000paidto support Itasca Project initiatives to enhance equitable regional economic competitiveness and quality of life, and to support expansion of a CEO DEI cohort202330779349100203
2021Takeaction Minnesota Education Fund Saint Paul, MNB$125,000paidto broaden and deepen the constituencies demanding policy responses to climate change, including increased use of renewable energy, efficiency improvements, green jobs, and investments in transition and mitigation202330779349100203
2021Center for Rural Affairs Lyons, NEB$125,000paidto build long-term community organizing capacity through multi-issue advocacy and engagement in rural Minnesota and Iowa202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Voice St Paul, MNC$125,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Propel Nonprofits Minneapolis, MNB$125,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Highpoint Center for Printmaking Minneapolis, MNB$125,000approved, futurefor a fellowship program for printmakers202330779349100203
2021Voices for Racial Justice Minneapolis, MNC$125,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Voterunlead Duluth, MNU$125,000paidto support the strengthening of Minnesota's civic ecosystem by increasing the number of women of color who are prepared to run for, and win, elected statewide office202330779349100203
2021Congregations Caring for Creation Minneapolis, MNB$125,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021African Career Education and Resources Brooklyn Park, MNB$125,000paidfor general operating support, and to build out organizational infrastructure202330779349100203
2021Textile Center of Minnesota Minneaplis, MNB$125,000paidfor McKnight Artist Fellowships for midcareer fiber artists in Minnesota202330779349100203
2021Highpoint Center for Printmaking Minneapolis, MNB$125,000approved, futurefor a fellowship program for printmakers202430809349100613
2021Indigenous Roots Saint Paul, MNB$125,000approved, futurefor a fellowship program for Culture Bearers202330779349100203
2021African Career Education and Resources Brooklyn Park, MNB$125,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and to build out organizational infrastructure202330779349100203
2021Voterunlead Duluth, MNU$125,000paidto support the strengthening of Minnesota's civic ecosystem by increasing the number of women of color who are prepared to run for, and win, elected statewide office202430809349100613
2021Evhybridnoire Atlanta, GAC$125,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and to connect state and federal decisionmakers and lift up stories from the Midwest202330779349100203
2021Wageningen University WageningenU$122,000paidPathways to Agroecological Intensification of Crop-Livestock Farming Systems of Southern Mali - III202330779349100203
2021Wageningen University WageningenU$122,000paidPathways to Agroecological Intensification of Crop-Livestock Farming Systems of Southern Mali - III202430809349100613
2021Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra Society St Paul, MNB$120,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Graywolf Press Minneapolis, MNB$120,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021The Mcknight Endowment Fund for Neuroscience Minneapolis, MNC$120,000paidfor an awards program supporting research in neuroscience202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Council of Nonprofits Inc St Paul, MNB$120,000approved, futureto provide general operating support, coordinate nonprofit information about and access to American Rescue Plan funds, and support the executive leadership transition underway at MCN202430809349100613
2021Minnesota Council of Nonprofits Inc St Paul, MNB$120,000approved, futureto provide general operating support, coordinate nonprofit information about and access to American Rescue Plan funds, and support the executive leadership transition underway at MCN202330779349100203
2021Filmnorth St Paul, MNB$120,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Farm Input Promotions Africa Ltd NairobiU$120,000paidWhat Works Where and for Whom: Improved systems to undertake Option by Context Studies for Agro-Ecological Intensification through Right-N trials202430809349100613
2021The Mcknight Endowment Fund for Neuroscience Minneapolis, MNC$120,000paidfor an awards program supporting research in neuroscience202430809349100613
2021Graywolf Press Minneapolis, MNB$120,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Filmnorth St Paul, MNB$120,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra Society St Paul, MNB$120,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Farm Input Promotions Africa Ltd NairobiU$120,000paidWhat Works Where and for Whom: Improved systems to undertake Option by Context Studies for Agro-Ecological Intensification through Right-N trials202330779349100203
2021National Forestry Resources Research Institute (naforri) KampalaU$118,000paidCo-developing agroecological options for Food-Energy-Environment nexus in watersheds of eastern Uganda202430809349100613
2021National Forestry Resources Research Institute (naforri) KampalaU$118,000paidCo-developing agroecological options for Food-Energy-Environment nexus in watersheds of eastern Uganda202330779349100203
2021National Agricultural Research Organization EntebbeU$117,000paidUp-scaling improved post harvest interventions through FRN for improved household food, nutrition and income security in eastern Uganda202330779349100203
2021National Agricultural Research Organization EntebbeU$117,000paidUp-scaling improved post harvest interventions through FRN for improved household food, nutrition and income security in eastern Uganda202430809349100613
2021Advancing Equity Coalition Minneapolis, MNC$115,000paidfor the Minneapolis Climate Action and Racial Equity Fund, a collaborative partnership to support local action on climate change in diverse communities202330779349100203
2021Research Community and Organizational Development Associates ArushaU$115,000paidFarmer Research Networks participation in agro-ecological intensification for improved soil health, productivity, nutrition and development of legume seed-systems in Singida202330779349100203
2021The Minneapolis Foundation Minneapolis, MNB$115,000paidfor the Minneapolis Climate Action and Racial Equity Fund, a collaborative partnership to support local action on climate change in diverse communities202430809349100613
2021Research Community and Organizational Development Associates ArushaU$115,000paidFarmer Research Networks participation in agro-ecological intensification for improved soil health, productivity, nutrition and development of legume seed-systems in Singida202430809349100613
2021Cirad ParisU$113,000paidCowpeaSquare 2: Co-designing and scaling-up of cropping systems through the integration of decentralized varietal selection and agroecological crop management options202330779349100203
2021Cirad ParisU$113,000paidCowpeaSquare 2: Co-designing and scaling-up of cropping systems through the integration of decentralized varietal selection and agroecological crop management options202430809349100613
2021Neighborhood Development Alliance Inc St Paul, MNB$110,000paidfor general operating support, and for succession planning project support202330779349100203
2021Neighborhood Development Alliance Inc St Paul, MNB$110,000paidfor general operating support, and for succession planning project support202430809349100613
2021Proinpa CochabambaU$110,000paidAgroecological intensification in the agro-food systems of the arid and semiarid regions of the Altiplano in Bolivia202430809349100613
2021Proinpa CochabambaU$110,000approved, futureAgroecological intensification in the agro-food systems of the arid and semiarid regions of the Altiplano in Bolivia202330779349100203
2021Proinpa CochabambaU$110,000approved, futureAgroecological intensification in the agro-food systems of the arid and semiarid regions of the Altiplano in Bolivia202430809349100613
2021Proinpa CochabambaU$110,000approved, futureAgroecological intensification in the agro-food systems of the arid and semiarid regions of the Altiplano in Bolivia202330779349100203
2021Proinpa CochabambaU$110,000approved, futureAgroecological intensification in the agro-food systems of the arid and semiarid regions of the Altiplano in Bolivia202430809349100613
2021Proinpa CochabambaU$110,000paidAgroecological intensification in the agro-food systems of the arid and semiarid regions of the Altiplano in Bolivia202330779349100203
2021Idems International Community Interest Company ReadingU$108,000paidBuilding an extended CoP though an AE hub that bridges science, movement, and practice202330779349100203
2021Idems International Community Interest Company ReadingU$108,000paidBuilding an extended CoP though an AE hub that bridges science, movement, and practice202430809349100613
2021Institut National de la Recherche Agronomique du Niger NiameyU$104,000paidExploring new ways of agro-ecological intensification of pearl millet-based subsistence farming in Niger (CATI-Gao)202330779349100203
2021Institut National de la Recherche Agronomique du Niger NiameyU$104,000paidExploring new ways of agro-ecological intensification of pearl millet-based subsistence farming in Niger (CATI-Gao)202430809349100613
2021Fuma Gaskiya MaradiU$101,000paidWomen's fields-III: Refining FUMA Gaskiya's farmer research network approach with special emphasis on co-creation and data sharing with farmers202430809349100613
2021Cirad ParisU$101,000paidFeeding the soil and feeding the cow to feed the people: co-designing agro-sylvo-pastoral systems in sudano-sahelian zone of Burkina Faso202430809349100613
2021Cirad ParisU$101,000paidFeeding the soil and feeding the cow to feed the people: co-designing agro-sylvo-pastoral systems in sudano-sahelian zone of Burkina Faso202330779349100203
2021Fuma Gaskiya MaradiU$101,000paidWomen's fields-III: Refining FUMA Gaskiya's farmer research network approach with special emphasis on co-creation and data sharing with farmers202330779349100203
2021Prosuco La PazU$100,000paidCollective actions motivated by innovations and local services to improve the agroecological efficiency of production systems in the communities202330779349100203
2021Swissaid Swiss Foundation for Development Cooperation QuitoU$100,000approved, futureSupporting agroecology peasant schools in the Andes202330779349100203
2021Inclusive Prosperity Capital Hartford, CTB$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Soils Food and Healthy Community Organization EkwendeniU$100,000approved, futureScaling out agroecological pest management and gender equity (SAGE) through farmer-centered approaches202330779349100203
2021Corporation for Supportive Housing New York, NYB$100,000paidto ensure providers across Minnesota are able to become Medicaid billing eligible, allowing them to effectively deliver Housing Stabilization and Support services to the people who are at-risk of or experiencing homelessness202430809349100613
2021Jewish Community Action St Paul, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Renew New England Alliance Providence, RIU$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Family Freedom Center Duluth, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021African Development Center Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Comunidades Latinas Unidas En Servicio St Paul, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Elevate Energy Chicago, ILB$100,000approved, futureto support equitable building electrification in the Midwest202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Public Radio St Paul, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Towerside Innovation District Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support, and to advance a district energy system in Towerside and implement the community's vision of Towerside as a mixed-income, transit-oriented development innovation district202430809349100613
2021Kwanzaa Community Church Pca Minneapolis, MNU$100,000paidto support the healing work in North Minneapolis through Liberty's Northside Healing Space202330779349100203
2021Indigenous Peoples Task Force Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidto support construction of the Mikwanedun Audisookon Center for Art and Wellness202330779349100203
2021Cultural Wellness Center Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidto support the work of the Cultural Wellness Center in the African American community in honor of George Floyd202330779349100203
2021Council On Foundations Inc Washington, DCB$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Inclusive Prosperity Capital Hartford, CTB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021The Good Acre Falcon Heights, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Council On Foundations Inc Washington, DCB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Mid-Minnesota Legal Assistance Inc Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidto create asset building opportunities for low-income Minnesotans, reduce systemic barriers to economic mobility, and advance racial equity202330779349100203
2021Hope Community Inc Minneapolis, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Swissaid Swiss Foundation for Development Cooperation QuitoU$100,000approved, futureSupporting agroecology peasant schools in the Andes202330779349100203
2021Soils Food and Healthy Community Organization EkwendeniU$100,000paidScaling out agroecological pest management and gender equity (SAGE) through farmer-centered approaches202430809349100613
2021Prosuco La PazU$100,000approved, futureCollective actions motivated by innovations and local services to improve the agroecological efficiency of production systems in the communities202330779349100203
2021Community Foundation of Greater Johnstown Johnstown, PAB$100,000paidto seize a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to transform Ohio and the Appalachian region through federal investment and state and local action202330779349100203
2021Family Freedom Center Duluth, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Women's Foundation of Minnesota Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidto support the Young Women's Initiative of Minnesota to build the agency, social capital, and civic engagement of young women of color working as leaders at the forefront of climate justice in their communities202430809349100613
2021Rongo University RongoU$100,000paidTransforming sorghum-based farming systems in eastern and western Kenya through agro-ecological intensification202430809349100613
2021Institut de Recherche Pour Le Developpement Bondy CedexU$100,000paidAgro-ecological management of crop insects: towards a sustainable collective goal for farmers202330779349100203
2021Seward Redesign Inc Minneapolis, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021African American Leadership Forum Saint Louis Park, MNC$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Inclusive Prosperity Capital Hartford, CTB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Fundacion Agrecol Andes CochabambaU$100,000paidPromoting agroecological consumption in Cochabamba, Bolivia202430809349100613
2021African Economic Development Solutions St Paul, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Powderhorn Park Neighborhood Association Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidto aid the capacity and infrastructure surrounding the REACH Twin Cities initiative202430809349100613
2021Our Streets Minneapolis Minneapolis, MNU$100,000paidto support the "Rethinking I-94 for Climate, Equity, and Access" project202430809349100613
2021Illusion Theater and School Inc Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support, and for capital support for equipment and technology202430809349100613
2021Alliance for Metropolitan Stability Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support, and support for the Blue Line Coalition202330779349100203
2021United States Energy Foundation San Francisco, CAU$100,000paidto equitably decarbonize the Midwest power, transportation, and building sectors202330779349100203
2021Metropolitan Economic Development Association Minneapolis, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and for one time organizational capacity building to increase lending202430809349100613
2021Merrick Community Services Saint Paul, MNB$100,000paidto support employment efforts on the east side of Saint Paul202430809349100613
2021Sokoine University of Agriculture MorogoroU$100,000paidAgroecology Hub in Tanzania202430809349100613
2021African Economic Development Solutions St Paul, MNB$100,000approved, futureto redevelop a vacant commercial property in the Little Africa Cultural District to include a Halal meat market and grocery, retail space and community spaces, and AEDS offices202330779349100203
2021Central Minnesota Arts Board Foley, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor re-granting programs in support of individual artists202430809349100613
2021Conservative Energy Network Lansing, MIC$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021United Nations Foundation Inc Washington, DCB$100,000approved, futureto support regional climate leadership in the Midwest202430809349100613
2021Jewish Community Action St Paul, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Seward Redesign Inc Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Philanthropy for Active Civic Engagement Washington, DCB$100,000paidto expand a pooled fund that explores the ways faith and faith communities can support democracy and civic life202430809349100613
2021Minnesota Public Radio St Paul, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Inquilinxs Unidxs Por Justicia - United Renters for Justice Minneapolis, MNC$100,000paidfor general operating and program/project support, and to build capacity for communications and voter engagement202430809349100613
2021Universit Joseph Ki-Zerbo OuagadougouU$100,000paidRecycling Urban Organic Waste, Recovering and safeguarding soil health to boost peri-urban smallholder farming for sustainable resilience in West Africa202430809349100613
2021Cultural Wellness Center Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidto support the Lake Street Alignment Process202430809349100613
2021Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating and project support to continue advancing active transportation and safe routes to school and to explore active transportation related greenhouse gas emission reduction strategies and business initiatives in the Twin Cities202330779349100203
2021Comunidades Latinas Unidas En Servicio St Paul, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Conservation Minnesota Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidto amplify the ways Minnesotans of all backgrounds care for our shared place and inspire more people to take more action202430809349100613
2021Amherst H Wilder Foundation Saint Paul, MNB$100,000paidto help build a leadership pipeline representing people of color and Indigenous communities202430809349100613
2021Minnesota Healing Justice Network Minneapolis, MNC$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Groundswell International Washington, DCC$100,000paidLearning, Innovation and Collaboration to Strengthen and Scale Agroecology and Sustainable Local Food Systems202430809349100613
2021Conservative Energy Network Lansing, MIC$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative St Paul, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and to grow the capacity of the Bring it Home Minnesota campaign to organize a statewide base working towards guaranteeing rent subsidies for all households that qualify202430809349100613
2021Kwanzaa Community Church Pca Minneapolis, MNU$100,000paidto support the healing work in North Minneapolis through Liberty's Northside Healing Space202430809349100613
2021Native Sun Community Power Development Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Hope Community Inc Minneapolis, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Greater Bemidji Bemidji, MNB$100,000approved, futureto transform traditional recruitment and retention approaches by developing internal capacity within companies to interact with potential and new employees differently202330779349100203
2021New American Development Center Minneapolis, MNC$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021African Economic Development Solutions St Paul, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Organic Growers' Research and Information-Sharing Network Bainbridge, NYB$100,000paidSupporting agroecological research, development, and information-sharing at the Kenya AE Hub202430809349100613
2021Seward Redesign Inc Minneapolis, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Indigenous Peoples Task Force Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidto support construction of the Mikwanedun Audisookon Center for Art and Wellness202430809349100613
2021African Economic Development Solutions St Paul, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Women's Foundation of Minnesota Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidto support the Young Women's Initiative of Minnesota to build the agency, social capital, and civic engagement of young women of color working as leaders at the forefront of climate justice in their communities202330779349100203
2021Knock Knock LLC Minneapolis, MNU$100,000paidto train BIPOC professional canvassers to engage with communities202430809349100613
2021African Development Center Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Amherst H Wilder Foundation Saint Paul, MNB$100,000paidto support the Community Equity Program202330779349100203
2021Greater Horizons Kansas City, MOB$100,000paidFOR MATCHING GIFTS202330779349100203
2021Mn350 Minneapolis, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021People's Action Institute Chicago, ILB$100,000paidto support the launch of a climate-focused deep canvass to strengthen democratic participation in the Midwest202330779349100203
2021Conservative Energy Network Lansing, MIC$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Council On Foundations Inc Washington, DCB$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Northcountry Cooperative Foundation Columbia Heights, MNU$100,000paidfor general operating support, and to build a revolving working capital fund for housing cooperative conversion202430809349100613
2021Inclusive Prosperity Capital Hartford, CTB$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Alliance for Metropolitan Stability Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support, and support for the Blue Line Coalition202430809349100613
2021Housing Justice Center St Paul, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support, and for strategic planning support202330779349100203
2021Greater Horizons Kansas City, MOB$100,000paidFOR MATCHING GIFTS202430809349100613
2021Healing Justice Foundation St Paul, MNB$100,000paidto support Time of Reckoning, Healing, Listening and Action202330779349100203
2021North American Traditional Indigenous Food Systems Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidto support the Indigenous Food Lab202430809349100613
2021International Institute of Minnesota Saint Paul, MNC$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Central Minnesota Arts Board Foley, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor re-granting programs in support of individual artists202330779349100203
2021Nonviolent Peaceforce Saint Paul, MNC$100,000paidto build capacity to grow the impact and scope of local efforts to reimagine safety and address community requests for skills workshops202330779349100203
2021Greater Bemidji Bemidji, MNB$100,000paidto transform traditional recruitment and retention approaches by developing internal capacity within companies to interact with potential and new employees differently202330779349100203
2021Community Power Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidto support and grow a Twin Cities energy justice network202430809349100613
2021Regeneration Agriculture Alliance Northfield, MNU$100,000approved, futureto support building a replicable, scalable, equitable regenerative poultry network in Southern Minnesota that reaches into BIPOC communities202330779349100203
2021Electrification Coalition Foundation Washington, DCB$100,000paidto educate and engage with state and local policymakers to drive for more ambitious EV policies in Midwestern states202330779349100203
2021Penumbra Theatre Company Inc St Paul, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and to build capacity for program piloting and business plan development for Penumbra's next lifecycle as a center for racial healing and performing arts campus202330779349100203
2021Eclosio GemblouxU$100,000approved, futureSupport to the scaling up of local agro-ecological food systems from Andean highland territories of the Cordillera Negra (Ancash-Peru)202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Council of Churches Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Lower Sioux Indian Community Morton, MNU$100,000paidfor general operating support, to support arts programming at the Intergenerational Cultural Incubator at Lower Sioux, to close the final gap in the incubator capital budget, and to help sustain the newly established tribal education department202430809349100613
2021New American Development Center Minneapolis, MNC$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Pillsbury United Communities Minneapolis, MNC$100,000approved, futureto build Black generational wealth, strengthen Black women owned businesses through technical and financial support, and strengthen local neighborhood economies202430809349100613
2021Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System Madison, WIC$100,000paidto support applied research on air quality and health benefits impacts from Midwest energy and climate policy202330779349100203
2021Eclosio GemblouxU$100,000approved, futureSupport to the scaling up of local agro-ecological food systems from Andean highland territories of the Cordillera Negra (Ancash-Peru)202430809349100613
2021Inclusive Prosperity Capital Hartford, CTB$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Comunidades Organizando El Poder Y la Accion Latina Copal Education Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021The Lighthouse Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor capital support for a community outreach center, and for programming, in Haiti202330779349100203
2021Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization NairobiU$100,000paidEnhancing Agro-ecological Intensification through targeted integration of legume-based interventions in diverse farming systems in Western Kenya202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Council of Churches Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidto support Afghan Refugee Resettlement202330779349100203
2021Universit Joseph Ki-Zerbo OuagadougouU$100,000approved, futureRecycling Urban Organic Waste, Recovering and safeguarding soil health to boost peri-urban smallholder farming for sustainable resilience in West Africa202430809349100613
2021Summit Academy Oic Minneapolis, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Community Power Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidto support and grow a Twin Cities energy justice network202330779349100203
2021Mixed Blood Theatre Company Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor project and general operating support202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Council of Churches Minneapolis, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021African American Leadership Forum Saint Louis Park, MNC$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021We Win Institute Inc Minneapolis, MNC$100,000paidto provide culturally based engagement to the community with cultural artists practicing skills that promote mental health and physical wellbeing, while honoring art and traditions of ancestors202330779349100203
2021Pillsbury United Communities Minneapolis, MNC$100,000approved, futureto build Black generational wealth, strengthen Black women owned businesses through technical and financial support, and strengthen local neighborhood economies202330779349100203
2021Amherst H Wilder Foundation Saint Paul, MNB$100,000approved, futureto support the Community Equity Program202330779349100203
2021Conservative Energy Network Lansing, MIC$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Eclosio GemblouxU$100,000approved, futureSupport to the scaling up of local agro-ecological food systems from Andean highland territories of the Cordillera Negra (Ancash-Peru)202330779349100203
2021Coalition of Asian American Leaders St Paul, MNB$100,000paidto increase organizational capacity to address the increasing incidences of racism toward Asian Americans across Minnesota202330779349100203
2021Jewish Community Action St Paul, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Organic Growers' Research and Information-Sharing Network Bainbridge, NYB$100,000paidSupporting agroecological research, development, and information-sharing at the Kenya AE Hub202330779349100203
2021Sokoine University of Agriculture MorogoroU$100,000paidAgroecology Hub in Tanzania202330779349100203
2021The Good Acre Falcon Heights, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Educators for Excellence Inc New York, NYB$100,000paidto support Educators 4 Excellence's general operations and to enable a coalition of nonprofits to promote more effective teacher licensing202330779349100203
2021Comunidades Organizando El Poder Y la Accion Latina Copal Education Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021International Institute of Minnesota Saint Paul, MNC$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Greater Horizons Kansas City, MOB$100,000paidFOR MATCHING GIFTS202330779349100203
2021Groundswell International Washington, DCC$100,000paidLearning, Innovation and Collaboration to Strengthen and Scale Agroecology and Sustainable Local Food Systems202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Council of Churches Minneapolis, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundation Saint Paul, MNC$100,000paidto build the Philando Castile Community Peace Garden to scale, which was founded by community members who placed art and flowers in the space following Philando's death by a police officer in 2016202430809349100613
2021Electrification Coalition Foundation Washington, DCB$100,000paidto educate and engage with state and local policymakers to drive for more ambitious EV policies in Midwestern states202430809349100613
2021Summit Academy Oic Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021The Good Acre Falcon Heights, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021The Climate Group Inc New York, NYC$100,000paidto raise Midwestern states' climate ambition and action202430809349100613
2021Department of Public Transformation Granite Falls, MNU$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Swissaid Swiss Foundation for Development Cooperation QuitoU$100,000approved, futureSupporting agroecology peasant schools in the Andes202430809349100613
2021Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization NairobiU$100,000paidEnhancing Agro-ecological Intensification through targeted integration of legume-based interventions in diverse farming systems in Western Kenya202430809349100613
2021Jewish Community Action St Paul, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021The Lighthouse Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor capital support for a community outreach center, and for programming, in Haiti202430809349100613
2021Coalition of Asian American Leaders St Paul, MNB$100,000paidto increase organizational capacity to address the increasing incidences of racism toward Asian Americans across Minnesota202430809349100613
2021Hope Community Inc Minneapolis, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Center for Rural Affairs Lyons, NEB$100,000paidto bolster climate change and climate-focused agriculture policy capacity202330779349100203
2021Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundation Saint Paul, MNC$100,000paidto build the Philando Castile Community Peace Garden to scale, which was founded by community members who placed art and flowers in the space following Philando's death by a police officer in 2016202330779349100203
2021Metropolitan Economic Development Association Minneapolis, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and for one time organizational capacity building to increase lending202330779349100203
2021Powderhorn Park Neighborhood Association Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidto aid the capacity and infrastructure surrounding the REACH Twin Cities initiative202330779349100203
2021Vibrant & Safe Downtown Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidto expand capacity and leverage partnerships between the MDC, the East Town Business Partnership, and NLoop Partners for implementation of 2025 Plan, integrative land use, innovative economic development strategies, and increased DEI in downtown202330779349100203
2021Inquilinxs Unidxs Por Justicia - United Renters for Justice Minneapolis, MNC$100,000paidfor general operating and program/project support, and to build capacity for communications and voter engagement202330779349100203
2021Mn350 Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021United Nations Foundation Inc Washington, DCB$100,000paidto support regional climate leadership in the Midwest202330779349100203
2021New American Development Center Minneapolis, MNC$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021The Minneapolis Foundation Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidto address equity and diversity in the Minneapolis Public school system202430809349100613
2021Regenerative Agriculture Alliance Northfield, MNB$100,000paidto support building a replicable, scalable, equitable regenerative poultry network in Southern Minnesota that reaches into BIPOC communities202430809349100613
2021Electrification Coalition Foundation Washington, DCB$100,000approved, futureto educate and engage with state and local policymakers to drive for more ambitious EV policies in Midwestern states202330779349100203
2021Electrification Coalition Foundation Washington, DCB$100,000approved, futureto educate and engage with state and local policymakers to drive for more ambitious EV policies in Midwestern states202430809349100613
2021Merrick Community Services Saint Paul, MNB$100,000paidto support employment efforts on the east side of Saint Paul202330779349100203
2021R Street Institute Washington, DCB$100,000paidto support engagement in the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission on multiple topics to drive renewable and distributed energy resource adoption in the Midwest202430809349100613
2021Naacp Empowerment Programs Inc Baltimore Md, MDB$100,000paidfor the NAACP Minneapolis Branch202330779349100203
2021R Street Institute Washington, DCB$100,000paidto support engagement in the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission on multiple topics to drive renewable and distributed energy resource adoption in the Midwest202330779349100203
2021Housing Justice Center St Paul, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and for strategic planning support202330779349100203
2021African Development Center Minneapolis, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Regenerative Agriculture Alliance Northfield, MNB$100,000paidto support building a replicable, scalable, equitable regenerative poultry network in Southern Minnesota that reaches into BIPOC communities202330779349100203
2021Advancing Equity Coalition Minneapolis, MNC$100,000paidto address equity and diversity in the Minneapolis Public school system202330779349100203
2021Centro de Estudios Regionales Andinos Bartolom de Las Casas CuscoU$100,000paidFood system innovation at scale in Cusco: a joint learning approach202430809349100613
2021Rongo University RongoU$100,000paidTransforming sorghum-based farming systems in eastern and western Kenya through agro-ecological intensification202330779349100203
2021African American Leadership Forum Saint Louis Park, MNC$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021New American Development Center Minneapolis, MNC$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Penumbra Theatre Company Inc St Paul, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and to build capacity for program piloting and business plan development for Penumbra's next lifecycle as a center for racial healing and performing arts campus202430809349100613
2021Institut de Recherche Pour Le Developpement Bondy CedexU$100,000paidAgro-ecological management of crop insects: towards a sustainable collective goal for farmers202430809349100613
2021Philanthropy for Active Civic Engagement Washington, DCB$100,000paidto expand a pooled fund that explores the ways faith and faith communities can support democracy and civic life202330779349100203
2021United Nations Foundation Inc Washington, DCB$100,000approved, futureto support regional climate leadership in the Midwest202430809349100613
2021Mixed Blood Theatre Company Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor project and general operating support202430809349100613
2021Soils Food and Healthy Community Organization EkwendeniU$100,000approved, futureScaling out agroecological pest management and gender equity (SAGE) through farmer-centered approaches202430809349100613
2021African Development Center Minneapolis, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Regeneration Agriculture Alliance Northfield, MNU$100,000approved, futureto support building a replicable, scalable, equitable regenerative poultry network in Southern Minnesota that reaches into BIPOC communities202430809349100613
2021Universit Joseph Ki-Zerbo OuagadougouU$100,000approved, futureRecycling Urban Organic Waste, Recovering and safeguarding soil health to boost peri-urban smallholder farming for sustainable resilience in West Africa202330779349100203
2021Amherst H Wilder Foundation Saint Paul, MNB$100,000paidto support the Community Equity Program202430809349100613
2021Prosuco La PazU$100,000approved, futureCollective actions motivated by innovations and local services to improve the agroecological efficiency of production systems in the communities202430809349100613
2021Seward Redesign Inc Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Illusion Theater and School Inc Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support, and for capital support for equipment and technology202330779349100203
2021Minneapolis Society of Fine Arts Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor the Minnesota Artist Exhibition Program202330779349100203
2021Mid-Minnesota Legal Assistance Inc Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidto create asset building opportunities for low-income Minnesotans, reduce systemic barriers to economic mobility, and advance racial equity202430809349100613
2021Summit Academy Oic Minneapolis, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Tides Foundation San Francisco, CAB$100,000paidto support a just transition from reliance on fossil fuels to a sustainable economy and an equitable society202430809349100613
2021United Nations Foundation Inc Washington, DCB$100,000approved, futureto support regional climate leadership in the Midwest202330779349100203
2021Fathers Rise Together Duluth, MNC$100,000paidfor general operating and capacity building202430809349100613
2021Northcountry Cooperative Foundation Columbia Heights, MNU$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and to build a revolving working capital fund for housing cooperative conversion202430809349100613
2021Greater Bemidji Bemidji, MNB$100,000paidto transform traditional recruitment and retention approaches by developing internal capacity within companies to interact with potential and new employees differently202430809349100613
2021National Forestry Resources Research Institute (naforri) KampalaU$100,000approved, futureCo-developing agroecological options for Food-Energy-Environment nexus in watersheds of eastern Uganda202330779349100203
2021Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System Madison, WIC$100,000paidto support applied research on air quality and health benefits impacts from Midwest energy and climate policy202430809349100613
2021Greater Bemidji Bemidji, MNB$100,000approved, futureto transform traditional recruitment and retention approaches by developing internal capacity within companies to interact with potential and new employees differently202430809349100613
2021Cultural Wellness Center Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidto support the Lake Street Alignment Process202430809349100613
2021Housing Justice Center St Paul, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support, and for strategic planning support202430809349100613
2021Council On Foundations Inc Washington, DCB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Grupo Yanapai LimaU$100,000paidForage and Fallows Phase III: Assessing Options for Sustainable Soil and Landscape Management with Participatory Experimentation and Land Use Assessment202330779349100203
2021Department of Public Transformation Granite Falls, MNU$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Cultural Wellness Center Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidto support the Lake Street Alignment Process202330779349100203
2021Penumbra Theatre Company Inc St Paul, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support, and to build capacity for program piloting and business plan development for Penumbra's next lifecycle as a center for racial healing and performing arts campus202430809349100613
2021African American Leadership Forum Saint Louis Park, MNC$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Center for Rural Affairs Lyons, NEB$100,000paidto bolster climate change and climate-focused agriculture policy capacity202430809349100613
2021Afro American Development Association Moorhead, MNU$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Inclusive Prosperity Capital Hartford, CTB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Family Freedom Center Duluth, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Amherst H Wilder Foundation Saint Paul, MNB$100,000approved, futureto support the Community Equity Program202430809349100613
2021New Buildings Institute Inc Portland, ORB$100,000paidfor development of the Advanced Water Heating Initiative in the Midwest region202330779349100203
2021Elevate Energy Chicago, ILB$100,000approved, futureto support equitable building electrification in the Midwest202430809349100613
2021Mn350 Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support and for the 2019 climate justice gala202330779349100203
2021Native Sun Community Power Development Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Community Foundation of Greater Johnstown Johnstown, PAB$100,000paidto seize a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to transform Ohio and the Appalachian region through federal investment and state and local action202430809349100613
2021The Climate Group Inc New York, NYC$100,000paidto raise Midwestern states' climate ambition and action202330779349100203
2021Northcountry Cooperative Foundation Columbia Heights, MNU$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and to build a revolving working capital fund for housing cooperative conversion202330779349100203
2021Teach for America New York, NYB$100,000paidto support the general operations of TFA-Twin Cities202430809349100613
2021Universit Joseph Ki-Zerbo OuagadougouU$100,000approved, futureRecycling Urban Organic Waste, Recovering and safeguarding soil health to boost peri-urban smallholder farming for sustainable resilience in West Africa202430809349100613
2021United Nations Foundation Inc Washington, DCB$100,000paidto support regional climate leadership in the Midwest202430809349100613
2021African Economic Development Solutions St Paul, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021People's Action Institute Chicago, ILB$100,000paidto support the launch of a climate-focused deep canvass to strengthen democratic participation in the Midwest202430809349100613
2021Greater Horizons Kansas City, MOB$100,000paidFOR MATCHING GIFTS202430809349100613
2021Naacp Empowerment Programs Inc Baltimore Md, MDB$100,000paidfor the NAACP Minneapolis Branch202430809349100613
2021Prosuco La PazU$100,000approved, futureCollective actions motivated by innovations and local services to improve the agroecological efficiency of production systems in the communities202330779349100203
2021Northwest Indian Community Development Center Bemidji, MNC$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Towerside Innovation District Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support, and to advance a district energy system in Towerside and implement the community's vision of Towerside as a mixed-income, transit-oriented development innovation district202330779349100203
2021African Economic Development Solutions St Paul, MNB$100,000approved, futureto redevelop a vacant commercial property in the Little Africa Cultural District to include a Halal meat market and grocery, retail space and community spaces, and AEDS offices202430809349100613
2021Fathers Rise Together Duluth, MNC$100,000paidfor general operating and capacity building202330779349100203
2021Renew New England Alliance Providence, RIU$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Healing Justice Foundation St Paul, MNB$100,000paidto support Time of Reckoning, Healing, Listening and Action202430809349100613
2021Mn350 Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Advancing Equity Coalition Minneapolis, MNC$100,000paidfor McKnight's Donor Advised Fund202330779349100203
2021We Win Institute Inc Minneapolis, MNC$100,000paidto provide culturally based engagement to the community with cultural artists practicing skills that promote mental health and physical wellbeing, while honoring art and traditions of ancestors202430809349100613
2021Mn350 Minneapolis, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021George Floyd Global Memorial St Paul, MNU$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Hope Community Inc Minneapolis, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Afro American Development Association Moorhead, MNU$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021New Buildings Institute Inc Portland, ORB$100,000approved, futurefor development of the Advanced Water Heating Initiative in the Midwest region202430809349100613
2021New Buildings Institute Inc Portland, ORB$100,000paidfor development of the Advanced Water Heating Initiative in the Midwest region202430809349100613
2021Inclusive Prosperity Capital Hartford, CTB$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Corporation for Supportive Housing New York, NYB$100,000paidto ensure providers across Minnesota are able to become Medicaid billing eligible, allowing them to effectively deliver Housing Stabilization and Support services to the people who are at-risk of or experiencing homelessness202330779349100203
2021North American Traditional Indigenous Food Systems Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidto support the Indigenous Food Lab202330779349100203
2021Nonviolent Peaceforce Saint Paul, MNC$100,000paidto build capacity to grow the impact and scope of local efforts to reimagine safety and address community requests for skills workshops202430809349100613
2021Twin Cities Public Television Inc St Paul, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Central Minnesota Arts Board Foley, MNB$100,000paidfor re-granting programs in support of individual artists202430809349100613
2021Global Philanthropy Partnership Chicago, ILC$100,000paidto support mobility advocacy groups working towards the development of sustainable mobility and equitable access in the Midwestern region202430809349100613
2021Family Freedom Center Duluth, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021The Good Acre Falcon Heights, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Northcountry Cooperative Foundation Columbia Heights, MNU$100,000paidfor general operating support, and to build a revolving working capital fund for housing cooperative conversion202330779349100203
2021Windward Fund Washington, DCB$100,000paidto support strategy development and initial seed grants in the Midwest to accelerate transition of rural economies to clean energy and sustainable climate jobs202430809349100613
2021Twin Cities Public Television Inc St Paul, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021George Floyd Global Memorial St Paul, MNU$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Mn350 Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support and for the 2019 climate justice gala202430809349100613
2021Eclosio GemblouxU$100,000paidSupport to the scaling up of local agro-ecological food systems from Andean highland territories of the Cordillera Negra (Ancash-Peru)202430809349100613
2021Fundacion Agrecol Andes CochabambaU$100,000paidPromoting agroecological consumption in Cochabamba, Bolivia202330779349100203
2021Universit Joseph Ki-Zerbo OuagadougouU$100,000paidRecycling Urban Organic Waste, Recovering and safeguarding soil health to boost peri-urban smallholder farming for sustainable resilience in West Africa202330779349100203
2021Northwest Indian Community Development Center Bemidji, MNC$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Penumbra Theatre Company Inc St Paul, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support, and to build capacity for program piloting and business plan development for Penumbra's next lifecycle as a center for racial healing and performing arts campus202330779349100203
2021Cultural Wellness Center Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidto support the work of the Cultural Wellness Center in the African American community in honor of George Floyd202430809349100613
2021Centro de Estudios Regionales Andinos Bartolom de Las Casas CuscoU$100,000paidFood system innovation at scale in Cusco: a joint learning approach202330779349100203
2021Swissaid Swiss Foundation for Development Cooperation QuitoU$100,000paidSupporting agroecology peasant schools in the Andes202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Healing Justice Network Minneapolis, MNC$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Central Minnesota Arts Board Foley, MNB$100,000paidfor re-granting programs in support of individual artists202330779349100203
2021Prosuco La PazU$100,000approved, futureCollective actions motivated by innovations and local services to improve the agroecological efficiency of production systems in the communities202430809349100613
2021Global Philanthropy Partnership Chicago, ILC$100,000paidto support mobility advocacy groups working towards the development of sustainable mobility and equitable access in the Midwestern region202330779349100203
2021Eclosio GemblouxU$100,000paidSupport to the scaling up of local agro-ecological food systems from Andean highland territories of the Cordillera Negra (Ancash-Peru)202330779349100203
2021Conservation Minnesota Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidto amplify the ways Minnesotans of all backgrounds care for our shared place and inspire more people to take more action202330779349100203
2021Iowa Environmental Council Des Moines, IAB$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Educators for Excellence Inc New York, NYB$100,000paidto support Educators 4 Excellence's general operations and to enable a coalition of nonprofits to promote more effective teacher licensing202430809349100613
2021Vibrant & Safe Downtown Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidto expand capacity and leverage partnerships between the MDC, the East Town Business Partnership, and NLoop Partners for implementation of 2025 Plan, integrative land use, innovative economic development strategies, and increased DEI in downtown202430809349100613
2021New Buildings Institute Inc Portland, ORB$100,000approved, futurefor development of the Advanced Water Heating Initiative in the Midwest region202330779349100203
2021Prosuco La PazU$100,000paidCollective actions motivated by innovations and local services to improve the agroecological efficiency of production systems in the communities202430809349100613
2021Association of Black Foundation Executives New York, NYB$100,000paidin recognition of ABFE's 50th anniversary campaign, general support to strengthen Black-led social change organizations to build political and economic power202330779349100203
2021Our Streets Minneapolis Minneapolis, MNU$100,000paidto support the "Rethinking I-94 for Climate, Equity, and Access" project202330779349100203
2021Eclosio GemblouxU$100,000approved, futureSupport to the scaling up of local agro-ecological food systems from Andean highland territories of the Cordillera Negra (Ancash-Peru)202430809349100613
2021New Venture Fund Washington, DCB$100,000paidto support a coalition of community groups in Chicago to guide the implementation of the city's zero emission policies for medium- and heavy-duty trucks202430809349100613
2021Inclusive Prosperity Capital Hartford, CTB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021The Minneapolis Foundation Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor McKnight's Donor Advised Fund202430809349100613
2021Windward Fund Washington, DCB$100,000paidto support strategy development and initial seed grants in the Midwest to accelerate transition of rural economies to clean energy and sustainable climate jobs202330779349100203
2021Amherst H Wilder Foundation Saint Paul, MNB$100,000paidto help build a leadership pipeline representing people of color and Indigenous communities202330779349100203
2021Lnw Group LLC Minneapolis, MNU$100,000paidto support the Minneapolis public safety and resilience initiative202430809349100613
2021University of Minnesota Foundation Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidto provide human-centered design services to underserved communities and nonprofit sectors202430809349100613
2021National Forestry Resources Research Institute (naforri) KampalaU$100,000approved, futureCo-developing agroecological options for Food-Energy-Environment nexus in watersheds of eastern Uganda202430809349100613
2021Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating and project support to continue advancing active transportation and safe routes to school and to explore active transportation related greenhouse gas emission reduction strategies and business initiatives in the Twin Cities202430809349100613
2021Teach for America New York, NYB$100,000paidto support the general operations of TFA-Twin Cities202330779349100203
2021Housing Justice Center St Paul, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and for strategic planning support202430809349100613
2021Lnw Group LLC Minneapolis, MNU$100,000paidto support the Minneapolis public safety and resilience initiative202330779349100203
2021Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative St Paul, MNB$100,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and to grow the capacity of the Bring it Home Minnesota campaign to organize a statewide base working towards guaranteeing rent subsidies for all households that qualify202330779349100203
2021Tides Foundation San Francisco, CAB$100,000paidto support a just transition from reliance on fossil fuels to a sustainable economy and an equitable society202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Council of Churches Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021United States Energy Foundation San Francisco, CAU$100,000paidto equitably decarbonize the Midwest power, transportation, and building sectors202430809349100613
2021Swissaid Swiss Foundation for Development Cooperation QuitoU$100,000paidSupporting agroecology peasant schools in the Andes202430809349100613
2021University of Minnesota Foundation Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidto provide human-centered design services to underserved communities and nonprofit sectors202330779349100203
2021Grupo Yanapai LimaU$100,000paidForage and Fallows Phase III: Assessing Options for Sustainable Soil and Landscape Management with Participatory Experimentation and Land Use Assessment202430809349100613
2021United Nations Foundation Inc Washington, DCB$100,000approved, futureto support regional climate leadership in the Midwest202330779349100203
2021Cultural Wellness Center Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidto support the Lake Street Alignment Process202330779349100203
2021Summit Academy Oic Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021New Venture Fund Washington, DCB$100,000paidto support a coalition of community groups in Chicago to guide the implementation of the city's zero emission policies for medium- and heavy-duty trucks202330779349100203
2021Knock Knock LLC Minneapolis, MNU$100,000paidto train BIPOC professional canvassers to engage with communities202330779349100203
2021Universit Joseph Ki-Zerbo OuagadougouU$100,000approved, futureRecycling Urban Organic Waste, Recovering and safeguarding soil health to boost peri-urban smallholder farming for sustainable resilience in West Africa202330779349100203
2021Iowa Environmental Council Des Moines, IAB$100,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Soils Food and Healthy Community Organization EkwendeniU$100,000paidScaling out agroecological pest management and gender equity (SAGE) through farmer-centered approaches202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Council of Churches Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidto support Afghan Refugee Resettlement202430809349100613
2021Swissaid Swiss Foundation for Development Cooperation QuitoU$100,000approved, futureSupporting agroecology peasant schools in the Andes202430809349100613
2021Association of Black Foundation Executives New York, NYB$100,000paidin recognition of ABFE's 50th anniversary campaign, general support to strengthen Black-led social change organizations to build political and economic power202430809349100613
2021Elevate Energy Chicago, ILB$100,000paidto support equitable building electrification in the Midwest202430809349100613
2021Elevate Energy Chicago, ILB$100,000paidto support equitable building electrification in the Midwest202330779349100203
2021Lower Sioux Indian Community Morton, MNU$100,000paidfor general operating support, to support arts programming at the Intergenerational Cultural Incubator at Lower Sioux, to close the final gap in the incubator capital budget, and to help sustain the newly established tribal education department202330779349100203
2021Minneapolis Society of Fine Arts Minneapolis, MNB$100,000paidfor the Minnesota Artist Exhibition Program202430809349100613
2021Grupo Yanapai LimaU$98,000paidEncouraging Diversity in the central Peruvian highlands: institutional innovations for the in situ conservation and utilization of agrobiodiversity202330779349100203
2021Forecast Public Artworks St Paul, MNB$98,000paidto support a grant program for Minnesota mid-career public artists202430809349100613
2021Grupo Yanapai LimaU$98,000paidEncouraging Diversity in the central Peruvian highlands: institutional innovations for the in situ conservation and utilization of agrobiodiversity202430809349100613
2021Forecast Public Artworks St Paul, MNB$98,000paidto support a grant program for Minnesota mid-career public artists202330779349100203
2021Forecast Public Artworks St Paul, MNB$98,000paidto support a grant program for Minnesota mid-career public artists202330779349100203
2021Forecast Public Artworks St Paul, MNB$98,000paidto support a grant program for Minnesota mid-career public artists202430809349100613
2021Destination Medical Center Economic Development Agency Rochester, MNB$92,500paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Destination Medical Center Economic Development Agency Rochester, MNB$92,500approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Destination Medical Center Economic Development Agency Rochester, MNB$92,500approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Destination Medical Center Economic Development Agency Rochester, MNB$92,500paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Neighborhood Development Alliance Inc St Paul, MNB$90,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and for succession planning project support202430809349100613
2021Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council Inc Rochester, MNB$90,000paidfor re-granting programs in support of individual artists202430809349100613
2021Arrowhead Regional Arts Council Duluth, MNB$90,000paidfor re-granting programs in support of individual artists202430809349100613
2021Arrowhead Regional Arts Council Duluth, MNB$90,000approved, futurefor re-granting programs in support of individual artists202430809349100613
2021Neighborhood Development Alliance Inc St Paul, MNB$90,000approved, futurefor general operating support, and for succession planning project support202330779349100203
2021Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council Inc Rochester, MNB$90,000approved, futurefor re-granting programs in support of individual artists202330779349100203
2021Propel Nonprofits Minneapolis, MNB$90,000paidfor the Recovery Capital Loan Program helping nonprofits recover and rebuild from the effects of the pandemic and unrest202430809349100613
2021Arrowhead Regional Arts Council Duluth, MNB$90,000approved, futurefor re-granting programs in support of individual artists202330779349100203
2021Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council Inc Rochester, MNB$90,000paidfor re-granting programs in support of individual artists202330779349100203
2021Propel Nonprofits Minneapolis, MNB$90,000paidfor the Recovery Capital Loan Program helping nonprofits recover and rebuild from the effects of the pandemic and unrest202330779349100203
2021Minnpost Minneapolis, MNB$90,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Arrowhead Regional Arts Council Duluth, MNB$90,000paidfor re-granting programs in support of individual artists202330779349100203
2021Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council Inc Rochester, MNB$90,000approved, futurefor re-granting programs in support of individual artists202430809349100613
2021Minnpost Minneapolis, MNB$90,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Southwest Minnesota Arts and Humanities Council Marshall, MNU$89,000paidfor re-granting programs in support of individual artists202430809349100613
2021Southwest Minnesota Arts and Humanities Council Marshall, MNU$89,000paidfor re-granting programs in support of individual artists202330779349100203
2021Southwest Minnesota Arts and Humanities Council Marshall, MNU$89,000approved, futurefor re-granting programs in support of individual artists202430809349100613
2021Southwest Minnesota Arts and Humanities Council Marshall, MNU$89,000approved, futurefor re-granting programs in support of individual artists202330779349100203
2021Urban Sustainability Directors Network Washington, DCU$87,500paidto support Minneapolis and other city governments to implement equitable climate action planning processes and outcomes202430809349100613
2021Urban Sustainability Directors Network Washington, DCU$87,500approved, futureto support Midwestern local governments' leadership on sustainability202430809349100613
2021Urban Sustainability Directors Network Washington, DCU$87,500approved, futureto support Midwestern local governments' leadership on sustainability202330779349100203
2021Urban Sustainability Directors Network Washington, DCU$87,500approved, futureto support Minneapolis and other city governments to implement equitable climate action planning processes and outcomes202330779349100203
2021Urban Sustainability Directors Network Washington, DCU$87,500paidto support Midwestern local governments' leadership on sustainability202330779349100203
2021Urban Sustainability Directors Network Washington, DCU$87,500paidto support Midwestern local governments' leadership on sustainability202430809349100613
2021Urban Sustainability Directors Network Washington, DCU$87,500paidto support Minneapolis and other city governments to implement equitable climate action planning processes and outcomes202330779349100203
2021Urban Sustainability Directors Network Washington, DCU$87,500approved, futureto support Minneapolis and other city governments to implement equitable climate action planning processes and outcomes202430809349100613
2021The Loft Inc Minneapolis, MNB$86,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021The Loft Inc Minneapolis, MNB$86,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Amherst H Wilder Foundation Saint Paul, MNB$85,000approved, futureto support the Minnesota Compass Project to maintain data profiles and a custom mapping tool for Minneapolis-St. Paul neighborhoods and statewide regions202330779349100203
2021Amherst H Wilder Foundation Saint Paul, MNB$85,000approved, futureto support the Minnesota Compass Project to maintain data profiles and a custom mapping tool for Minneapolis-St. Paul neighborhoods and statewide regions202330779349100203
2021Amherst H Wilder Foundation Saint Paul, MNB$85,000paidto support the Minnesota Compass Project to maintain data profiles and a custom mapping tool for Minneapolis-St. Paul neighborhoods and statewide regions202330779349100203
2021Institut de L'environnement Et de Recherches Agricoles OuagadougouU$85,000paidBambara Nut Farmer Research Network, institutionalizing farmer-researcher cooperation to increase research relevance and positive impacts for female farmers202430809349100613
2021Amherst H Wilder Foundation Saint Paul, MNB$85,000paidto support the Minnesota Compass Project to maintain data profiles and a custom mapping tool for Minneapolis-St. Paul neighborhoods and statewide regions202430809349100613
2021Amherst H Wilder Foundation Saint Paul, MNB$85,000approved, futureto support the Minnesota Compass Project to maintain data profiles and a custom mapping tool for Minneapolis-St. Paul neighborhoods and statewide regions202430809349100613
2021Amherst H Wilder Foundation Saint Paul, MNB$85,000approved, futureto support the Minnesota Compass Project to maintain data profiles and a custom mapping tool for Minneapolis-St. Paul neighborhoods and statewide regions202430809349100613
2021Institut de L'environnement Et de Recherches Agricoles OuagadougouU$85,000paidBambara Nut Farmer Research Network, institutionalizing farmer-researcher cooperation to increase research relevance and positive impacts for female farmers202330779349100203
2021American Indian Oic Inc Minneapolis, MNB$80,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Mn350 Minneapolis, MNB$80,000paidto build power for climate justice in Minnesota202430809349100613
2021Playwrights' Center Inc Minneapolis, MNC$80,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Playwrights' Center Inc Minneapolis, MNC$80,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Propel Nonprofits Minneapolis, MNB$80,000approved, futureto build the capacity of a youth-led movement to increase the democratic participation, educational opportunity, and long-term financial prosperity of BIPOC youth and young adults in Minneapolis and St. Paul202330779349100203
2021Advancing Equity Coalition Minneapolis, MNC$80,000paidfor McKnight's Donor Advised Fund202330779349100203
2021Playwrights' Center Inc Minneapolis, MNC$80,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021American Indian Oic Inc Minneapolis, MNB$80,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Colorado State University Foundation Fort Collins, COC$80,000paidExamining Sustainable Soil and Landscape Management Options in the Peruvian Andes202430809349100613
2021Mn350 Minneapolis, MNB$80,000approved, futureto build power for climate justice in Minnesota202430809349100613
2021Frogtown Neighborhood Association St Paul, MNB$80,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Artspace Projects Inc Minneapolis, MNB$80,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Artspace Projects Inc Minneapolis, MNB$80,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Playwrights' Center Inc Minneapolis, MNC$80,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Asociacion Instituto Andino de Montana LimaU$80,000paidPunas-Pastures IV: Promoting innovations for Agro-Ecological Intensification (AEI) in agro-pastoral landscapes of the High Andes of Peru202430809349100613
2021Frogtown Neighborhood Association St Paul, MNB$80,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Propel Nonprofits Minneapolis, MNB$80,000approved, futureto build the capacity of a youth-led movement to increase the democratic participation, educational opportunity, and long-term financial prosperity of BIPOC youth and young adults in Minneapolis and St. Paul202430809349100613
2021Mn350 Minneapolis, MNB$80,000approved, futureto build power for climate justice in Minnesota202330779349100203
2021Frogtown Neighborhood Association St Paul, MNB$80,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021The Minneapolis Foundation Minneapolis, MNB$80,000paidfor McKnight's Donor Advised Fund202430809349100613
2021National Agricultural Research Organization EntebbeU$80,000paidEnhancing food and nutritional security using sorghum-legume interventions for improved livelihood among smallholder farmers in Uganda202330779349100203
2021Asociacion Instituto Andino de Montana LimaU$80,000paidPunas-Pastures IV: Promoting innovations for Agro-Ecological Intensification (AEI) in agro-pastoral landscapes of the High Andes of Peru202330779349100203
2021Mn350 Minneapolis, MNB$80,000paidto build power for climate justice in Minnesota202330779349100203
2021Fundacion Ekorural QuitoU$80,000paidStrengthening of knowledge dialogue capacities and facilitation in projects of the CCRP-Andes Community of Practice202430809349100613
2021Paramount Center for the Arts St Cloud, MNB$80,000paidto support local and regional visual artists through the Gallery Saint Germain, and for general operating support202330779349100203
2021Colorado State University Foundation Fort Collins, COC$80,000paidExamining Sustainable Soil and Landscape Management Options in the Peruvian Andes202330779349100203
2021Paramount Center for the Arts St Cloud, MNB$80,000paidto support local and regional visual artists through the Gallery Saint Germain, and for general operating support202430809349100613
2021Artspace Projects Inc Minneapolis, MNB$80,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Artspace Projects Inc Minneapolis, MNB$80,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Playwrights' Center Inc Minneapolis, MNC$80,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021American Indian Oic Inc Minneapolis, MNB$80,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Playwrights' Center Inc Minneapolis, MNC$80,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021American Indian Oic Inc Minneapolis, MNB$80,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021National Agricultural Research Organization EntebbeU$80,000paidEnhancing food and nutritional security using sorghum-legume interventions for improved livelihood among smallholder farmers in Uganda202430809349100613
2021Fundacion Ekorural QuitoU$80,000paidStrengthening of knowledge dialogue capacities and facilitation in projects of the CCRP-Andes Community of Practice202330779349100203
2021Frogtown Neighborhood Association St Paul, MNB$80,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Fundacion Para El Desarrollo Agrario LimaU$79,000paidRural schools and smallholder agriculture in the Andes: an alliance for changing time202330779349100203
2021Association Malienne D'eveil Au Developpement Durable KoutialaU$79,000paidFarmers Knowledge II202330779349100203
2021Association Malienne D'eveil Au Developpement Durable KoutialaU$79,000paidFarmers Knowledge II202430809349100613
2021Fundacion Para El Desarrollo Agrario LimaU$79,000paidRural schools and smallholder agriculture in the Andes: an alliance for changing time202430809349100613
2021L'institut D'economie Rurale BamakoU$78,000paidWidening the window for crop-livestock intensification by combining quality grains and crop residues for improving smallholder farmers' livelihood in Mali202430809349100613
2021L'institut D'economie Rurale BamakoU$78,000paidWidening the window for crop-livestock intensification by combining quality grains and crop residues for improving smallholder farmers' livelihood in Mali202330779349100203
2021Center for Earth Energy and Democracy Minneapolis, MNB$76,000paidto support an inclusive process to assess how a land trust led by Black and Indigenous people can catalyze a transition to a regenerative economy, increase wealth access and intergenerational land stability202430809349100613
2021Center for Earth Energy and Democracy Minneapolis, MNB$76,000paidto support an inclusive process to assess how a land trust led by Black and Indigenous people can catalyze a transition to a regenerative economy, increase wealth access and intergenerational land stability202330779349100203
2021Public Art St Paul Saint Paul, MNB$75,000paidfor general operating support, and to support the City Artist program202330779349100203
2021Tu Dance St Paul, MNC$75,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Regulatory Assistance Project Montpelier, VTU$75,000approved, futureto advance clean energy policies in Midwest states by providing technical assistance and leveraging city engagement202330779349100203
2021Latinolead St Paul, MNU$75,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Lunar Inc St Paul, MNU$75,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Advancing Equity Coalition Minneapolis, MNC$75,000paidto support environmental justice organizations' capacity to advance decarbonization solutions that are rooted in the communities and focused on a just energy transition, health, and water justice202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Shubert Center for Dance and Music Minneapolis, MNU$75,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Reconnectrondo St Paul, MNC$75,000paidfor general operating support, and for a feasibility study202330779349100203
2021Growth & Justice Saint Paul, MNU$75,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Juxtaposition Inc Minneapolis, MNB$75,000paidto support JXTALabs, a creative sector youth workforce development program202330779349100203
2021Wisconsin Academy of Sciences Arts and Letters Madison, WIB$75,000approved, futureto advance policies and practices that reduce carbon emissions in Wisconsin202330779349100203
2021Community Action Network Ann Arbor, MIC$75,000paidto work with the Bryant community in Ann Arbor to develop a whole home assessment aimed at improving indoor comfort, health, and safety, all while decarbonizing the neighborhood202430809349100613
2021The Awood Center Minneapolis, MNC$75,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Advancing Equity Coalition Minneapolis, MNC$75,000paidto reduce disparities and build equity, assets, and opportunity for everyone in North Minneapolis, and to support parent engagement work202330779349100203
2021Great Northern Winter Festival Minneapolis, MNC$75,000paidto educate and inform the public about the impacts of climate change during the Great Northern Winter Festival202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Shubert Center for Dance and Music Minneapolis, MNU$75,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Restaurant Opportunities Centers United New York, NYU$75,000paidto support Restaurant Opportunities Centers-Minnesota, and for data collection and research202330779349100203
2021International Livestock Research Institute NairobiD$75,000paidImproved survey approaches for the CCRP in the Andes, phase II: performing integral indicator assessments202330779349100203
2021Restaurant Opportunities Centers United New York, NYU$75,000approved, futureto support Restaurant Opportunities Centers-Minnesota, and for data collection and research202330779349100203
2021Initiative Foundation Little Falls, MNB$75,000paidto explore strategies in Central Minnesota to explore partnerships in the region to combat climate change, and bring new resources to carbon mitigation202430809349100613
2021The Awood Center Minneapolis, MNC$75,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Minnesota Shubert Center for Dance and Music Minneapolis, MNU$75,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Environmental Law & Policy Center of the Midwest Chicago, ILB$75,000paidto work in the Midwest to promote electric grid transformation that enhances equity, access, and inclusion202330779349100203
2021First Peoples Fund Rapid City, SDC$75,000paidto grow and strengthen the Indigenous Arts Ecology in Minnesota202330779349100203
2021Uli Foundation Washington, DCB$75,000paidto support ULI Minnesota202430809349100613
2021Slipstream Group Inc Madison, WIB$75,000paidto unify Wisconsin utilities and other stakeholders in a market transformation strategy that accelerates electric vehicle adoption by increasing consumer demand while also increasing dealerships' supply and motivation to sell electric vehicles202430809349100613
2021First Peoples Fund Rapid City, SDC$75,000approved, futureto grow and strengthen the Indigenous Arts Ecology in Minnesota202430809349100613
2021Union of Concerned Scientists Inc Cambridge, MAB$75,000paidto support analysis and stakeholder engagement around clean fuels and other clean transportation policies in Minnesota and the Midwest202330779349100203
2021Uli Foundation Washington, DCB$75,000paidto support ULI Minnesota202330779349100203
2021Lunar Inc St Paul, MNU$75,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Growth & Justice Saint Paul, MNU$75,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Juxtaposition Inc Minneapolis, MNB$75,000approved, futureto support JXTALabs, a creative sector youth workforce development program202330779349100203
2021Clean Energy Economy Minnesota Minneapolis, MNB$75,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021First Peoples Fund Rapid City, SDC$75,000paidto grow and strengthen the Indigenous Arts Ecology in Minnesota202430809349100613
2021Tu Dance St Paul, MNC$75,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Building Dignity and Respect Standards Council Minneapolis, MNB$75,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Union of Concerned Scientists Inc Cambridge, MAB$75,000paidto support analysis and stakeholder engagement around clean fuels and other clean transportation policies in Minnesota and the Midwest202430809349100613
2021Wisconsin Academy of Sciences Arts and Letters Madison, WIB$75,000approved, futureto advance policies and practices that reduce carbon emissions in Wisconsin202430809349100613
2021Juxtaposition Inc Minneapolis, MNB$75,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Interstate Renewable Energy Council Inc Albany, NYB$75,000paidto support continued leadership on interconnection and grid modernization reforms to help Minnesota achieve its clean energy and climate goals202430809349100613
2021Bluegreen Alliance Foundation Minneapolis, MNB$75,000paidto advance equitable climate, clean energy, and just transition policies in Minnesota202430809349100613
2021Farmers Union Foundation St Paul, MNB$75,000paidto support clean energy and energy efficiency adoption by farmers throughout the state of Minnesota202330779349100203
2021Promise Neighborhood of Central Minnesota Saint Cloud, MNC$75,000approved, futureto educate, empower, and support the community when addressing and advocating for housing issues202430809349100613
2021Interstate Renewable Energy Council Inc Albany, NYB$75,000approved, futureto support continued leadership on interconnection and grid modernization reforms to help Minnesota achieve its clean energy and climate goals202430809349100613
2021Farmers Union Foundation St Paul, MNB$75,000paidto support clean energy and energy efficiency adoption by farmers throughout the state of Minnesota202430809349100613
2021Initiative Foundation Little Falls, MNB$75,000approved, futureto explore strategies in Central Minnesota to explore partnerships in the region to combat climate change, and bring new resources to carbon mitigation202330779349100203
2021Farmers Union Foundation St Paul, MNB$75,000paidto support clean energy and energy efficiency adoption by farmers throughout the state of Minnesota202430809349100613
2021Regulatory Assistance Project Montpelier, VTU$75,000approved, futureto advance clean energy policies in Midwest states by providing technical assistance and leveraging city engagement202430809349100613
2021The Awood Center Minneapolis, MNC$75,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Department of Public Transformation Granite Falls, MNU$75,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Lunar Inc St Paul, MNU$75,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021The Minneapolis Foundation Minneapolis, MNB$75,000paidto support environmental justice organizations' capacity to advance decarbonization solutions that are rooted in the communities and focused on a just energy transition, health, and water justice202430809349100613
2021Minnesota Shubert Center for Dance and Music Minneapolis, MNU$75,000approved, futurefor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Restaurant Opportunities Centers United New York, NYU$75,000paidto support Restaurant Opportunities Centers-Minnesota, and for data collection and research202430809349100613
2021Regulatory Assistance Project Montpelier, VTU$75,000paidto advance clean energy policies in Midwest states by providing technical assistance and leveraging city engagement202430809349100613
2021Reconnectrondo St Paul, MNC$75,000paidfor general operating support, and for a feasibility study202430809349100613
2021Juxtaposition Inc Minneapolis, MNB$75,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021First Peoples Fund Rapid City, SDC$75,000approved, futureto grow and strengthen the Indigenous Arts Ecology in Minnesota202330779349100203
2021Community Action Network Ann Arbor, MIC$75,000paidto work with the Bryant community in Ann Arbor to develop a whole home assessment aimed at improving indoor comfort, health, and safety, all while decarbonizing the neighborhood202330779349100203
2021Juxtaposition Inc Minneapolis, MNB$75,000paidto support JXTALabs, a creative sector youth workforce development program202430809349100613
2021Environmental Law & Policy Center of the Midwest Chicago, ILB$75,000paidto work in the Midwest to promote electric grid transformation that enhances equity, access, and inclusion202430809349100613
2021Access Philanthropy Charities Minneapolis, MNB$75,000paidto build upon 2020 civic engagement momentum, expand relationships with elected leaders and decision makers, and organize with partners towards a multi-racial democracy202330779349100203
2021Slipstream Group Inc Madison, WIB$75,000paidto unify Wisconsin utilities and other stakeholders in a market transformation strategy that accelerates electric vehicle adoption by increasing consumer demand while also increasing dealerships' supply and motivation to sell electric vehicles202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Brownfields Minneapolis, MNB$75,000paidto provide support for Minnesota Brownfields regional leadership promoting the economic, environmental, and social benefits of brownfield redevelopment, and for general operating support202430809349100613
2021Conservation Minnesota Minneapolis, MNB$75,000paidto provide core support to educate health professionals, the public, and policymakers about the impacts of climate on health202430809349100613
2021Wisconsin Academy of Sciences Arts and Letters Madison, WIB$75,000paidto advance policies and practices that reduce carbon emissions in Wisconsin202330779349100203
2021First Peoples Fund Rapid City, SDC$75,000approved, futureto grow and strengthen the Indigenous Arts Ecology in Minnesota202330779349100203
2021Access Philanthropy Charities Minneapolis, MNB$75,000approved, futureto build upon 2020 civic engagement momentum, expand relationships with elected leaders and decision makers, and organize with partners towards a multi-racial democracy202430809349100613
2021Center for Rural Policy and Development Mankato, MNB$75,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021International Livestock Research Institute NairobiD$75,000paidImproved survey approaches for the CCRP in the Andes, phase II: performing integral indicator assessments202430809349100613
2021Minnesota Brownfields Minneapolis, MNB$75,000paidto provide support for Minnesota Brownfields regional leadership promoting the economic, environmental, and social benefits of brownfield redevelopment, and for general operating support202330779349100203
2021Public Art St Paul Saint Paul, MNB$75,000paidfor general operating support, and to support the City Artist program202430809349100613
2021Great Northern Winter Festival Minneapolis, MNC$75,000paidto educate and inform the public about the impacts of climate change during the Great Northern Winter Festival202430809349100613
2021Building Dignity and Respect Standards Council Minneapolis, MNB$75,000paidfor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Clean Energy Trust Chicago, ILU$75,000paidto support the preparation, release, and promotion of the Clean Jobs Midwest report202430809349100613
2021Access Philanthropy Charities Minneapolis, MNB$75,000paidto build upon 2020 civic engagement momentum, expand relationships with elected leaders and decision makers, and organize with partners towards a multi-racial democracy202430809349100613
2021Farmers Union Foundation St Paul, MNB$75,000paidto support clean energy and energy efficiency adoption by farmers throughout the state of Minnesota202330779349100203
2021Department of Public Transformation Granite Falls, MNU$75,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203
2021Minnesota Shubert Center for Dance and Music Minneapolis, MNU$75,000approved, futurefor general operating support202430809349100613
2021Lunar Inc St Paul, MNU$75,000paidfor general operating support202330779349100203

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Derived from IRS Form 990-PF e-file XML. Dataset version 2026.09.0, built 2026-09-03. All years for this funder.

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