Beyond the grant:
Strengthening Nonprofits for Long-Term Impact
The Mankato Area Foundation (MAF) partners with local nonprofits to support their growth and long-term success. Beyond grantmaking, we offer resources, guidance, and collaborative opportunities that help organizations stay focused on what matters most—their mission.
NONPROFIT TRAININGS & WORKSHOPS
MAF’s nonprofit trainings—covering topics like governance, fundraising, and organizational development—are open to anyone interested in strengthening our region through nonprofit work. These interactive sessions offer a welcoming space to learn, share ideas, and build practical skills that support effective, mission-driven organizations. Learn More About Current Offerings
AGENCY FUNDS & PARTNERS
Once a local nonprofit organization has identified they have investible assets, the organization may partner with MAF by establishing an agency fund for placement of those assets. Through this partnership, the Foundation pools and invests the organization's assets with those of the Foundation, thereby providing responsible and professional management. Learn More
FISCAL SPONSORSHIPS
Through a fiscal sponsorship, MAF partners with mission-driven groups looking to advance innovative projects and programs or those finding solutions to unique community challenges. This formal relationship allows MAF, acting as the fiscal sponsor, to provide tax-exempt status to select groups engaged in activities that align with the Foundation’s mission. Most often, fiscal sponsorship is used by organizations, individuals or collaborations who are facilitating a short-term project but want an alternative to becoming their own nonprofit organization. Learn More
SHARED SPACES
The goal of Shared Spaces is to increase capacity and effectiveness of the region's nonprofit sector and philanthropic donors by providing low-cost office space. If you know of a nonprofit looking for high-quality office space and increased visibility in the community, please connect with us!
CONSULTANT IN RESIDENCY
The Consultant in Residency is a grant opportunity that gives organizations access to a nonprofit strategist by providing three tracks of assistance ranging from prearranged office hours, small group training/coaching, and individualized workshops for nonprofit leadership. Learn More
Telling Our Story
NONPROFIT SERVICES
Connecting the Dots
Behind all of the incredible work that nonprofit organizations do to support the Greater Mankato community, are the people who make it all happen. The decision-making, planning, fundraising and distribution of services for any group is no small set of tasks. These organizations face the same realities as for-profit businesses: expenses, staffing, generating revenue and providing a product or service to an end user. Read More