As thousands of Minnesota families face uncertainty over delayed federal benefits, the Minnesota Children’s Museum is stepping up to help. The museum announced it will offer free admission through November to families enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The decision comes as the ongoing federal government shutdown halts SNAP benefit distribution for November, […]
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Foundation honors five MN leaders for advancing race equity
The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation named five 2025 Facing Race Award honorees—Alexs Pate, Nate Smith, Kathy Sublett, Sai Thao, and Patricia Torres Ray—recognizing statewide leadership that challenges harmful narratives on race and builds inclusive solutions. Livestream Oct 16; details inside.
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MN CHILL provides kids with tools for success
The MN CHILL Foundation, founded by William “Chuck” Hill and Cynthia “Cindy” Hill, aims to provide support to students and young adults through various programs, including a fitness program for children and a tech internship for teens.
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Local nonprofit provides a lifeline to East Africa
‘The level of food insecurity today on the map in the majority of the area is between crisis and emergency because of the drought that has been going on since 2020.’