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Minnesota Nonprofits Open Doors to Healing and Understanding

The following statement was created in partnership with nonprofit leaders in Minnesota and represents our shared desire for healing, understanding, justice, and change.  Nonprofit leaders representing many of Minnesota’s 501c3 organizations are mourning the tragic, senseless murder of George Floyd. Our thoughts are with Mr. Floyd’s family, and the broader community. His life mattered. We… Read more

Meet Madeline Folstein

We’ve added a new Smart Giver to the Council team! Madeline Folstein (she/her/hers) joined Charities Review Council in 2020 as the Communications & Administrative Associate. In this role, Madeline coordinates the Council’s communications plan, including our social media channels, Smart Giver Newsletter production, website management, and constituent correspondence. She also administers core Council services by… Read more

Taking Time to Reflect on the Loss of George Floyd

Our community is in grief. The recent murder of George Floyd has shaken both individuals and organizations to their core. Dismantling racism and intolerance is an everyday commitment not only in words but in action as well. George Floyd was a member of our community. His life had purpose and we grieve not just the… Read more

Meet Grace Krautkremer

As a small (but mighty) team, we rely on the contributions of interns to accomplish our work. This week, we’re excited to welcome our new Council intern, Grace! Grace (she/her/hers) is a student completing her final semester at the College of Saint Benedict this fall with a major in Communication and a minor in Global… Read more

Our Physical Distancing Policy Has Been Extended

Our Physical Distancing Policy, which was previously in effect until May 4th, has been extended through May 31st. We acknowledge that not everyone has the ability to work remotely and that some will be returning to work very soon. Given that our work can be accomplished online, we will continue to do our part to… Read more

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