SHAPING OUR COMMUNITY. FOR GOOD.
Mankato Area Foundation
Since 1974, the Mankato Area Foundation has been dedicated to building a community that believes in the strength of giving. Today, we continue to shape Greater Mankato by connecting acts of giving with community needs. As a permanent, trusted resource, donors look to MAF for the expertise needed to make their charitable giving more effective, impacting lives now and for generations to come.
Whether you're searching for a cause you care about, looking for ways to give back, exploring community partnerships, or simply curious about local programs making a difference, the Directory helps you connect with nonprofits in Blue Earth and Nicollet Counties.

GIVING IN ACTION
Philanthropy Review
In our most recent issue of the Philanthropy Review, you'll notice a lot of action words: strengthen, energize, transform, honor. Because when people like you choose to act with generosity and intention, incredible things happen. Behind every story and every gift is someone who chose to do something meaningful.
News & Press
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27
Jul
Closer to home: Steps to move your donor advised fund to MAF
Read moreTransferring a donor advised fund from a national charitable sponsor or a commercial provider to the Mankato Area Foundation can be a natural next step
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20
Jul
MAF collaborates on Greater Mankato Mental Health Hub
Read moreMankato Area Foundation joined Talk of the Town with the Mankato Area United Way and Mayo Clinic Health System to raise awareness of the Greater
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17
Jul
Behind the Mural: Donor funds help bring public art to Lower North
Read moreSupport from the Gene Beiwen and Noel Van Tol Fund and the Marian Anderson Fund, both held at the Mankato Area Foundation, helped bring a
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11
Jun
Connecting donors to impact: A closer look at DAFS
Read moreIn this radio interview, our team shares how donor advised funds work, how they benefit our community, and how we serve as a trusted, knowledgeable








