Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation

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You have one more day to nominate someone for this year's Facing Race Awards! Nominations close Friday at 5 p.m. The nomination form is available in English, Spanish, Hmong and Somali. https://t.co/8cxih0ebVd

#FacingRace #AdvocatingForEquity

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Join us for an information session on April 26 to learn more about the Management Improvement Fund’s broadened grant guidelines, eligibility and application process.
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The Management Improvement Fund provides grants to small to midsize nonprofits in Minnesota to expand organizational capacity, improve management capabilities and nurture Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) leadership in the nonprofit sector.

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Learn more about the changes to the Management Improvement Fund and hear from two nonprofits that have received grants in our recent blog post.
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Through the Facing Race Awards, we celebrate people building a more just and equitable Minnesota. Nominate someone today before the nomination period ends April 21 at 5 p.m.

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#FacingRace #AdvocatingForEquity

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.@outfrontmn works in policy, education and community engagement to build a more equitable state for LGBTQIA+ Minnesotans. Read our Q&A with Executive Director Kat Rohn. https://t.co/XfkiZYXn4e

#NonprofitToKnow

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Our Native Youth Grantmakers leadership program is designed for Indigenous youth aged 18-24 to help cultivate their strengths and connect them to key Indigenous leaders in the philanthropic sector. The application window closes on April 30. Apply today ➡️ https://t.co/RTFBUA9HYJ

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Did you know that Facing Race Award recipients can be nominated by the community? Each award recipient receives a grant to benefit a Minnesota nonprofit of their choice. See the nomination criteria: https://t.co/3SEVh6iqFx

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Program Officer to join our Community Impact department. This team works closely with nonprofit organizations and leaders across Minnesota to strengthen local communities. https://t.co/0ZxDKA2vjg
#PhilanthropyJobs

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We were proud to partner with the @MASMinnesota and @spmcfoundation for Countering Hate 2023. "over 200 philanthropic leaders gathered for a reflective conversation about the role of faith in mobilizing philanthropy against white supremacy. "
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Do you know someone who deserves recognition for their commitment to racial equity and anti-racism efforts in Minnesota? Nominations are now open for our 17th annual Facing Race Awards!

Learn more: https://t.co/opwxgPv6f6
#FacingRace #AdvocatingForEquity

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Nominations for the 2023 Facing Race Awards open next week!

Do you know someone who is changing the narrative around race, building solutions and advocating for justice and equity? Start thinking about who you'd like to nominate!
#FacingRace

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Meet Marketing & Communications Associate Rachel Gonzalez. In her free time, Rachel can be found pursuing many passions, such as art, yoga, writing and her printmaking business, as well as baking and gardening with her partner.
#StaffSpotlight #WomensHistoryMonth

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“It’s important to remember that voting is just one way for people to participate in our democracy,” said Elianne Farhat, executive director of @TakeActionMN. Learn more about this nonprofit's work to organize voting rights and public leadership.
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Today, community leaders from @TakeActionMN, @outfrontmn and @Voices4RJ discussed civil rights and social justice advocacy work at our Giving+Together event. Thank you for sharing the progress that’s being made to create a more just and vibrant Minnesota.

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We're proud to share that our President & CEO Eric Jolly, Ph.D., has been awarded the 2023 Jordan M. Roberge Friend of The Forum award from @WorkplaceForum and @AugsburgU. Dr. Jolly is a member of Augsburg's Board of Regents.
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Spring is in the air! Looking for a new place to meet a friend, colleague or client? If so, consider supporting some of these LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC-owned coffee shops and eateries in the Twin Cities.
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To celebrate #WomensHistoryMonth, we are highlighting Development Operations Analyst Deepti Basnet. In her free time, Deepti enjoys soccer with her family, working out, traveling, hiking or trying different ethnic foods and restaurants.
#StaffSpotlight

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Today we celebrate Philanthropic Advisor Katie Hae Leo. When she’s not helping donors make huge impacts on their communities, the former actor can be found writing, serving on boards at both @theatermu and @TaikoArts and even appearing in a few movies.
#StaffSpotlight