St. Cloud, Minn.- This month marks a major milestone in the life of the Central Minnesota Community Foundation (CMCF). Ten years ago, St. Cloud-based foundation expanded its reach in Minnesota by starting the Brainerd Lakes Area Community Foundation (BLACF)and Willmar Area Community Foundation (WACF). The two affiliates turn 10 years old on April 30, 2008. read more ...

St. Cloud, Minn. – The former CEO of Herberger’s continues to make a mark in St. Cloud after his death by providing $50,000 to support four local capital projects. Upon his death, Robert Sullivan, a generous contributor to many local nonprofit organizations, started the Marty Sullivan Memorial Fund at the Central Minnesota Community Foundation as a tribute to honor the life of his son. read more ...

Brainerd, Minn. – The Brainerd Lakes Area Community Foundation announced Tuesday it has awarded a record-breaking $100,000 in grants to 17 area nonprofit organizations. Increased giving by local citizens and a major estate gift last year propelled the Foundation’s grant funding capacity to record levels. Recent grant rounds typically provide about $10,000 to $15,000 in funding. read more ...

St. Cloud, MN - The Central Minnesota Community Foundation (CMCF) announced plans Wednesday to again recognize an individual, professional advisor and business that have shown a commitment to philanthropy. The Foundation will begin seeking nominations today for its Individual Award in Philanthropy, Professional Award in Philanthropy and Business Award in Philanthropy. Nominate an individual or a business.
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St. Cloud, MN - Central Minnesota Community Foundation announced Monday plans to provide funding to support arts organizations and arts activities to make the arts more accessible to area residents. The Foundation will accept art grant applications until April 1. Grants are available to new and existing arts organizations in Central Minnesota. read more ...

St. Cloud, Minn. – The Central Minnesota Community Foundation (CMCF) announced Friday that the Women’s Fund and the Julianne Williams Fund are currently accepting grant applications to support programs that empower girls and women in the region. Apply for a grant.
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Willmar, Minn. – The Willmar Area Community Foundation (WACF) wants the community’s help to honor a local person who has shown a commitment to philanthropy. The Foundation asks the Willmar area community to submit nominations for the Award in Philanthropy by Monday, March 10. Submit a nomination. read more ...

St. Cloud, MN – The Central Minnesota Community Foundation, St. Cloud, and the Initiative Foundation, Little Falls, have partnered to bring a conference to St. Cloud on embracing immigration. The video conference starts at 11:30 a.m. and runs through 1:00 p.m. on Monday, March 3 at Netgain Technology Inc., 720 West St. Germain Street, Suite 210-A, St. Cloud. read more ...

St. Cloud, MN – Jerry McCarter joined the Minnesota Real Estate Foundation (MREF)as professional advisor relations officer. McCarter is a certified public accountant and previously served as a principal with the LarsonAllen before retiring in January. read more ...

Willmar, MN - The Willmar Area Community Foundation announces plans to award up to $25,000 in grants for capital expenditures for youth, elderly and diversity. The next deadline for receiving grant applications is February 15,2008. read more ...

St. Cloud, MN -The Central Minnesota Community Foundation (CMCF) announced Friday its plans to give up to $50,000 to programs or projects that increase social capital in the region. read more ...