The Carlson Family Foundation has released its 2025 Annual Report, Meeting the Moment, highlighting a year shaped by partnership, shared leadership, and an unwavering commitment to young people. Throughout 2025, the Foundation worked alongside grantee partners, youth, and community leaders to respond to emerging challenges while remaining grounded in its long-term mission of creating […]
Read moreAt the Carlson Family Foundation, we believe young people should have a voice in shaping the decisions that impact their lives and communities. Through our Youth Participatory Grantmaking (YPG) program, local youth step into the role of grant makers. They identify the issues that matter most to them, develop the grant application, review submissions, and […]
Read moreCarlson Family Foundation Program Director Aretha Green-Rupert was recognized as a 2026 honoree at Celebrating the Sistas, a Twin Cities event that highlights women whose leadership is shaping stronger communities across Minnesota. Held March 21 at The Depot in Minneapolis, the annual celebration brings together leaders from business, government, and the nonprofit sector to recognize […]
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