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DONOR ADVISED FUNDS
Generosity. For Good.
A Donor Advised Fund is an effective tool for charitable giving that provides benefits similar to a private or family foundation without the hassles. Donor Advised Funds minimize the worries and administrative burdens of grantmaking, so you can put your time and energy into what really matters: making a meaningful impact on the community, organizations and causes you value.
Telling Our Story

DONOR ADVISED FUND
Denny and Carole Dotson
After decades of running an internationally-renowned business and contributing countless significant financial gifts to the community, one might expect Denny Dotson, owner of Dotson Iron Castings, to be a bit of a self-taught fiscal mastermind. But Dotson always credits his childhood friend-turned-attorney, Jack Regan, with the best financial advice he has ever received. Read More
News & Press
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07
Jan
Additional Taylor investment expands long‑term impact across the region
Read moreThrough its role as one of three supporting organizations, MAF will continue partnering with the Taylor Family Farms Foundation to expand the reach and long‑term
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06
Jan
With support from MAF, BENCHS rebuilds
Read moreWith strategic guidance through MAF and community partnerships, the animal humane society stabilized operations and positioned itself for long-term sustainability.
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24
Dec
MAF donor match drives Camp Patterson upgrades
Read moreMankato Free Press (December 2025) — MADISON LAKE — Margie and Phil Slingsby of Mankato both have strong personal reasons for establishing a $100,000 pledge
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03
Dec
Giving in action: MAF grants $4.2 million
Read moreThe Mankato Area Foundation (MAF) released its annual report, the Philanthropy Review, celebrating another year of impact in local giving. A total of 701 grants,
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30
Nov
JZ Cancer Fund celebrates hope with young ambassador
Read moreMaddux Allore served as the Ambassador for the Mustache Bash hosted by the Jonathan Zierdt Cancer Fund of the Mankato Area Foundation.




