Join the Minnesota Philanthropy Hub
Minnesota's one-stop, most comprehensive source for grantmaking data and nonprofit insights.
Sponsors of the hub
What can I do in the Minnesota Hub?
Research Sectors Research Sectors
Top ecosystems
Research Orgs
Top Organizations
Minnesota Council on Foundations
Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundation
Margaret A. Cargill Philanthropies
Sector Reports
Top reports
Claim Your Profile
Why should i claim my profile?
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Narrative Control: own and update your mission, people, impact, and story
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Increased Visibility: claimed profiles are more visible to grantmakers and peers
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Enhanced Credibility: build trust through verifying your organization's data
Effective philanthropy depends on transparency, yet the data connecting funders to causes has often been siloed or difficult to navigate. By putting high-quality, accessible insights directly into the hands of Minnesota’s nonprofits and grantmakers, Impala removes the guesswork from resource alignment. This platform empowers our sector to move beyond the hurdles of data collection and focus on what truly matters: fostering a more prosperous and equitable future for all Minnesotans.
Susie Brown
Former President, Minnesota Council on Foundations
See Minnesota philanthropy like never before
12,200
Funders
59,400
Nonprofits
$120B
Aggregated Revenues
$24B
Grants Given
The hub breaks down Minnesota Philanthropy into sub-curated ecosystem that focus on specific geographies or cause areas
Southern Minnesota
3,100
Funders
7,900
Nonprofits
$26.7B
Aggregated Revenues
$11B
Grants Given
Southwest Minnesota
721
Funders
3,800
Nonprofits
$1.2B
Aggregated Revenues
$115M
Grants Given
Central Minnesota
1,400
Funders
6,600
Nonprofits
$5.8B
Aggregated Revenues
$373M
Grants Given
West Central Minnesota
578
Funders
2,800
Nonprofits
$1.4B
Aggregated Revenues
$210M
Grants Given
Northwest Minnesota
1,100
Funders
2,200
Nonprofits
$973M
Aggregated Revenues
$2.1B
Grants Given
Northern Minnesota
1,000
Funders
4,200
Nonprofits
4,200
Aggregated Revenues
$440M
Grants Given
Democracy Giving in Minnesota
1,100
Funders
572
Nonprofits
$680M
Aggregated Revenues
$552M
Grants Given
Health Giving in Minnesota
4,600
Funders
2,500
Nonprofits
$76B
Aggregated Revenues
$12B
Grants Given
Climate Giving in Minnesota
745
Funders
241
Nonprofits
$280M
Aggregated Revenues
$215M
Grants Given
Accomplish More for Your Mission
Funders
Landscape Assessment
Understand key trends in the sectors you care about
Gap Analysis
Reveal gaps where your support could make an outsized/catalytic impact
Grantee Discovery
Discover new grantees to support in line with your values
Collaboration
Find opportunities to give alongside peers with similar priorities or exchange learnings
Nonprofits
Prospect research
See every funder that supports organizations in MN, size, preferences, and the grants they have given
Peer Benchmarking
See who funds your peers and how your financial metrics compare
Strategy Development
Master the most relevant data in your sub-sector to get ahead
Collaboration
Identify and evaluate potential partners in your ecosystem
Frequently Asked Questions
When does this begin?
The Minnesota Philanthropy Hub (inclduing the premium access that comes with it) launched on October 29, 2024! Access to Minnesota nonprofits and funders will be available for the next 3 years.
How can I join?
Sign up and start using impala in less than 2 minutes.
Sign up nowPhilanthropic foundation? Contact support@impala.digital to learn how impala can provide hands-on support to you and your grantees.
I’m busy doing good in the world - will this take a lot of time?
Absolutely not.
We’re extremely mindful that nonprofits have far more important work to do. That’s why we’ve pre-built your profile on Impala using data that's already publicly available, and signing-up and claiming this profile takes less than 2 minutes. Once you have completed to short onboarding steps, you'll have free access to Impala!
What can I do on impala?
A lot.
Every philanthropic foundation and nonprofit in the United States already has a profile on Impala. Picture Guidestar and Foundation Directory Online together, in one place, built around your needs, and completely free.
On top of this, our solution Ecosystems, enables grantmakers and fundraisers to analyze any nonprofit ecosystem, anywhere in the country (who's involved, how they're connected, key financials + funding insights, and more). Learn more about how Impala can transform your fundraising & grantmaking here.
What’s included?
Full access to Impala's premium product, Ecosystems. No strings attached.
Plus, all users will now have access to our Minnesota Philanthropic Hub providing unprecedented visibility into Minnesota’s philanthropic ecosystem. Discover key nonprofits, funders, and funding flows across the state, with curated sub-ecosystems focused on regions and causes.
Do I qualify?
This offer applies to all:
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Current members of the Minnesota Council on Foundations (including individuals) and their nonprofit grantees.
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Minnesota-based nonprofits and foundations.
How long does it last?
In partnership with the Minnesota Council on Foundations, you will have access to Impala's premium solution, Ecosystems, until the end of the 3 year agreement in 2027.
What happens after?
Once your complimentary premium access finishes you can choose whether to continue with your current plan by paying a low yearly subscription fee, or return to Impala’s robust free version.
How does impala protect my privacy?
We believe transparency shouldn’t come at the cost of privacy.
Impala uses the latest data privacy and security tools. But more importantly, we put control in your hands by giving you the power to edit any information you add to your profile, at any time.