MAF supports community building through Dia de los Muertos Festival
As the presenting sponsor of Old Town's Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) festival, we're honored to support this important event, celebrating Latino culture while fostering belonging, community connection, and a little bit of fun too!
Regional food rescue efforts expand to New Ulm
Through ongoing support for regional food rescue efforts, MAF is helping connect surplus food with people who need it most.
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.
MAF collaborates on Greater Mankato Mental Health Hub
Mankato Area Foundation joined Talk of the Town with the Mankato Area United Way and Mayo Clinic Health System to raise awareness of the Greater Mankato Mental Health Hub.
Behind the Mural: Donor funds help bring public art to Lower North
Support from the Gene Beiwen and Noel Van Tol Fund and the Marian Anderson Fund, both held at the Mankato Area Foundation, helped bring a vibrant new mural to Lower North Mankato.
Connecting donors to impact: A closer look at DAFS
In this radio interview, our team shares how donor advised funds work, how they benefit our community, and how we serve as a trusted, knowledgeable resource to help donors give with confidence.
Big impact for regional families: DAF helps support Children’s Museum
A transformational gift to the Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota, made through a donor advised fund at Mankato Area Foundation, is helping bring expanded opportunities for play, learning, and connection to families across the region.
MAF Funds help bring creativity to the community
Support from the Gene Biewen and Noel Van Tol Fund and the Marian Anderson Fund of the Mankato Area Foundation is helping spark new public art experiences - activating spaces, inviting participation, and strengthening community connections.
Grant brings free bike helmets and safety to local families
A grant from the Mankato Area Foundation is helping local children build confidence, safety skills, and access to essential bike helmets for healthier outdoor play.