2024 Bush Prize: Minnesota Winners
Mni Sota Fund, a Native CDFI committed to building Indigenous wealth and economic self-determination, is honored to be a recipient of the 2024 Bush Prize for Community Innovation. Recognized for our groundbreaking initiatives like Mni Sota Mortgage Co. and Ozhigin Fellowship, Mni Sota Fund continues to empower Native artists, entrepreneurs, and communities with culturally relevant financial solutions. Our holistic, equitable approach serves as a model for inclusive economic growth. Learn more about the prestigious Bush Prize at Bush Foundation.
Signs of a New Wave of Giving by MacKenzie Scott
MacKenzie Scott is leading a new wave of philanthropic giving, continuing to make transformative donations across diverse sectors. In her latest contribution, Scott targets organizations focused on equity, social justice, and economic empowerment. Her approach emphasizes trust-based philanthropy, offering unrestricted funds to allow recipients the freedom to address community needs. Learn more about Scott's impactful giving and its potential to reshape the future of philanthropy in this Forbes article by David Bowermaster. Read more.
Mni Sota Fund Receives Transformative $1.5 Million Donation from MacKenzie Scott
Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has donated $15 million to a Minnesota nonprofit focused on building Native wealth. This transformative gift will support initiatives that promote financial empowerment, economic self-determination, and community development within Indigenous communities. The nonprofit’s efforts aim to create lasting, equitable opportunities for Native entrepreneurs and families. Read more about this impactful contribution in the Star Tribune. Learn more.
Minnetonka takes steps to reconcile with Indigenous community
Minnetonka Moccasin, a footwear company in Minneapolis, Minnesota, highlights its commitment to social responsibility through their Giving Back program. The program partners with several Native American-led organizations that focus on education, childcare, energy efficiency, and cultural preservation for Indigenous communities.
Andrea's Commitment to Community Impact Shines
Celebrating Andrea Reese's inspiring work with CLCLT to create affordable housing & better neighborhoods! Through shared equity models & partnerships, Andrea is making a lasting difference. Congratulations on your dedication, Andrea!
Mni Sota Fund will soon offer Mortgage Lending, Bridging American Indian Homeownership Gap in Minnesota
Mni Sota Fund is expanding its services to include mortgage lending in an effort to bridge the homeownership gap for American Indians Minnesotans. This initiative aims to provide accessible mortgage loans and culturally competent lenders who understand the unique challenges faced by American Indian families. With the goal of increasing homeownership rates among Native communities, Mni Sota Fund's comprehensive approach to wealth-building and homeownership serves as a model for addressing disparities in other regions. Through this expansion, the organization hopes to create lasting change and improve the lives of Native families for generations to come.
Increasing Pathways
Mni Sota Fund is committed to helping our Native community break the cycle of poverty. That's why we are thrilled to announce that we are expanding our support beyond just financial counseling and personal loans.
Our Future is Thriving
Introducing a new era of empowerment: our revitalized lending department focuses on financial independence, homeownership, and entrepreneurship. Meet our talented additions: Kevin Harris, our Director of Lending, and Jaime Brown, our Loan Officer, who understand the challenges of our community. Apply now for accessible financial support and join us in building cycles of prosperity.
Building Cycles of Prosperity
Minneapolis Foundation empowers Mni Sota Fund's work in our American Indian community as we're dedicated to advancing American Indian homeownership and entrepreneurship, fostering intergenerational wealth creation, and breaking cycles of poverty. Minneapolis Foundation awarded $3.4 million in grants to support 81 local organizations promoting racial and economic justice in the Twin Cities.
Tony Drews' of Nashke Native Games
Find out how Tony Drews of Nashke Native Games is empowering our next generation to experience culture through the Ojibwe language. Learn about these captivating games that foster awareness of traditional teachings and history in the preservation of Indigenous heritage and language through this educational project. Dive deeper into the details on Star Tribune!
Meet Kari Tribble
Discover the inspiring story of Kari Tribble, an entrepreneur who turned her business dreams into reality with the help of Mni Sota Fund. Learn how she's promoting Indigenous representation in the beauty industry and supporting sustainability.
American Indian Business Roundtable
American Indian Business Roundtable. Entrepreneurs, community leaders, and organizations working in collaboration to support American Indian entrepreneurship and economic development.
