DonorsThe Mankato Area Foundation provides a medium for people to make a difference by offering annual, lifetime and planned giving opportunities. After 40 years, the Mankato Area Foundation continues to help individuals and organizations achieve their charitable goals by offering a variety of giving strategies and funds.
Making an Impact
AdvisorsPhilanthropy needn’t be complicated nor does it require great wealth. Your clients can give in a way that’s convenient, financially comfortable and personally rewarding. When your clients have the desire to make a lasting impact through charitable giving, we’re here to make it easier.
Helping Your Clients
GrantsSemi-annually, the Foundation makes grants from its Community Fund in response to applications received from the community. Grants are awarded in our four core areas to help build a vibrant, strong and interconnected community. These areas include Educations & Community Development, Arts & Culture, Recreation and Aesthetics.
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ScholarshipsThe Mankato Area Foundation administers funds for current high school seniors planning for post-secondary education with a variety of scholarships.
Available Scholarships
News & Press
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Nov
Mankato Area Foundation Announces $20,000 Grant to VINE’s Emergency Fundraising Campaign
Read moreMANKATO, MN(November 5, 2018)—The Senior Endowment Fund of the Mankato Area Foundation (MAF) announces a grant of $20,000 toward VINE Faith in Action’s emergency fundraising
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Oct
Elks Club’s new charitable fund gets anonymous boost
Read moreMANKATO FREE PRESS (October 16, 2018)—An anonymous donation will help the Mankato Elks Lodge expand its charitable giving. The fraternal organization recently established the Elks
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Oct
Anonymous donor pledges $100,000 matching gift towards Elks Club Charitable Fund
Read moreMANKATO, MN (October 16, 2018) – The Mankato Elks Lodge announce a $100,000 philanthropic challenge. An anonymous donor has offered to match $100,000 to be
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09
Oct
Recharge Mankato: Expanding Innovation, Opportunity & Vitality in Greater Mankato
Read moreMANKATO, MN (October 9, 2018) – Over 50 community members came together on a blustery morning to witness the culmination of Recharge Mankato. This past Saturday,
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Aug
Mankato Area Foundation Announces Changes to Community Granting Program
Read moreMANKATO, MN (August 14, 2018) – The Mankato Area Foundation (MAF) is excited to announce updates to their community granting process. As part of a