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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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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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
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Local Organizations Awarded Grants from the Mankato Area Foundation
Read moreMANKATO, MN (June 2018) – The Mankato Area Foundation (MAF) is pleased to announce $31,900 in grants from their Community Fund have been awarded to
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Mankato Area Foundation aims for $20 million by 2020
Read moreMANKATO FREE PRESS (January 21, 2018)—Whether they want to give their money away personally or establish a legacy that outlasts them, donors are increasingly turning
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Mankato Area Foundation Announces Grant Recipients
Read moreMANKATO, MN (December 14, 2017) – The Mankato Area Foundation (MAF) announces grant recipients for the fall funding cycle in 2017. Among them, a $25,000