On Thursday, September 11, nearly 200 community leaders, nonprofit practitioners, and educators gathered at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Minneapolis for the third annual Uplifting Youth Convening hosted by the Carlson Family Foundation. Centered on the theme ‘Meet(ing) the Moment,’ the gathering encouraged participants to reflect on how they respond to immediate challenges while also maintaining […]
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As a participating funder, we are excited to share the following press release announcing $1.35 million in statewide grants through the MN Forward Pooled Fund. This collaborative effort supports organizations and coalitions that are building toward a more equitable and community-led future across Minnesota. The official press release follows below. The Saint Paul & Minnesota […]
Read moreJanuary is National Mentoring Month, a time to celebrate the transformative power of mentorship and recognize those who play a vital role in supporting youth development. At the Carlson Family Foundation, we believe every young person deserves a constellation of caring adults to help them realize their potential. Our Constellation funding priority, which focuses on […]
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