MINNESOTA ARCHITECTURAL FOUNDATION
AI Summary
The Minnesota Architectural Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives within Minnesota. The foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, granting funds exclusively through invitation. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE PURPOSE OF THE MINNESOTA ARCHITECTURAL FOUNDATION (MAF) IS TO INVEST IN EXCELLENCE, LEADERSHIP, DISCOVERY AND EQUITY IN THE PROFESSION OF ARCHITECTURE.
Cause Areas
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Architecture
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
AIA MINNESOTA
Minneapolis, MN
$174.5K
61%
REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
Bagley, MN
$34K
12%
ST PAUL CHAPTER THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS
Minneapolis, MN
$6K
2%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MINNESOTA ARCHITECTURAL FOUNDATION?
No. MINNESOTA ARCHITECTURAL FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MINNESOTA ARCHITECTURAL FOUNDATION give?
MINNESOTA ARCHITECTURAL FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are MINNESOTA ARCHITECTURAL FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MINNESOTA ARCHITECTURAL FOUNDATION fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $18 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MINNESOTA ARCHITECTURAL FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2021, MINNESOTA ARCHITECTURAL FOUNDATION awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $29 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MINNESOTA ARCHITECTURAL FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, MINNESOTA ARCHITECTURAL FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include AIA MINNESOTA, REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA, and ST PAUL CHAPTER THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MINNESOTA ARCHITECTURAL FOUNDATION?
MINNESOTA ARCHITECTURAL FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.