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Building a stronger community starts with you

You can make a meaningful and lasting difference in Northwest Minnesota.

NMF Endowment

Support for generations to come.

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On-the-ground support for today.

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Family of Funds

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Northwest is best, dontcha’ know?!

What makes this place unique? The fresh air, the open spaces, the pace of life — and most of all, the people. We have something special here, and we want it to last.

The Northwest Minnesota Foundation believes in this place, believes in its people, and believes in its future. We’re here to keep this region strong and our communities vibrant.

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Ways to give

We welcome your generous donations.

We offer the following ways to give in the areas that matter most to you.

  • The NMF Endowment Fund helps us build up resources to support our region for generations to come.
  • The NMF Impact Fund provides boots on-the-ground support to our programs and the immediate needs of today.
  • Consider supporting one of our 430+ funds in the NMF family of funds, which represent locally invested contributions maintained by NMF.

All of these options are valuable and will help us build better lives for those who call the region home.

Do you want to leave a legacy?

If you’re ready to make a lasting impact by setting up a new fund, our team is here to guide you! We’ll help you determine the right type of fund to meet your unique goals. With a minimum contribution of $10,000 (or $25,000 for a scholarship fund), a new fund can be established and added to the NMF family of funds for easy, ongoing maintenance and administration. 

Are you interested in learning more? Let’s talk! Email giving@nwmf.org to connect with a Philanthropy Officer.

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