Women's Foundation of Minnesota

The Women's Foundation of Minnesota is a statewide community foundation based in Minneapolis, MN, dedicated to advancing gender and racial justice through strategic grantmaking and community investment. Since its founding in 1983, the organization has pioneered innovative approaches to philanthropy, becoming the nation's first statewide community foundation dedicated to gender equality. The foundation invests in community-based, community-led solutions that address systemic inequities affecting women, girls, gender-expansive people, and families throughout Minnesota. Their comprehensive approach leverages community investments, research, policy and advocacy, strategic communications, and cross-sector convening to drive meaningful social change. The Women's Foundation of Minnesota focuses on ensuring safety, opportunity, and pathways to economic security for historically marginalized populations, particularly those from Black, Indigenous, and communities of color, as well as residents of Greater Minnesota. Through rigorous qualitative and quantitative research, the foundation identifies barriers and funds effective solutions that create lasting impact. Their work encompasses multiple dimensions of justice, including economic security, reproductive justice, holistic well-being, and leadership development. Operating with a feminist and place-based approach, the Women's Foundation of Minnesota serves as a trusted partner for donors, nonprofit organizations, and community leaders committed to building a world where all women, girls, and gender-expansive people have the power to create and lead safe, prosperous lives.