Mankato Area Foundation

Since 1974, the Mankato Area Foundation has been dedicated to building a community of individuals that believe in the strength of giving. We continue today to shape Greater Mankato through connecting acts of giving with our community’s needs. As a permanent, trusted resource, donors look to the Mankato Area Foundation to help them make their charitable giving more effective. The Mankato Area Foundation is impacting the individuals in our community now and for generations to come by providing the expertise donors need to nurture their philanthropic dreams and shape their legacy.

23 Oct

National Estate Planning Week: Insight from local experts

As part of National Estate Planning Awareness Week, the Mankato Area Foundation (MAF) hosted Legacy by Design: Philanthropy in Estate Planning, a special event for
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17 Oct

In the news: JZ Cancer Fund

Through meaningful partnerships and ongoing initiatives, the JZ Cancer Fund works to raise awareness, provide comfort and resources, and inspire hope throughout the community.
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15 Oct

Local generosity sustains a cultural celebration

For prominent Mankato artist and community organizer Justin Ek, the lesson learned may be a simple one: Just ask.
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18 Aug

Letter to the Editor: The Giving for Good Catalog may be closed, but the need is not

As the 2025 Giving for Good Catalog has come to a close, I’m reflecting on the incredible generosity shown by our community.
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SHAPING OUR COMMUNITY. FOR GOOD.

Nonprofit office space available!

50 YEARS OF COMMUNITY IMPACT

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National Estate Planning Week: Insight from local experts

In the news: JZ Cancer Fund

Local generosity sustains a cultural celebration

Letter to the Editor: The Giving for Good Catalog may be closed, but the need is not

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Nonprofit office space available!