McKnight Foundation is delighted to accept nominations for the Virginia McKnight Binger Heart of Community Honor.
Donor Name: McKnight Foundation
State: Minnesota
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Awards and Prizes
Deadline: 05/15/2025
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
In partnership with the Minnesota Council of Foundations, this awards program celebrates seven everyday champions from across the state whose compassion and contributions serve as the heartbeat of the communities, and who inspire others to join in creating a more caring and connected state. Each honoree receives $10,000 in recognition of the significant impact they have had on the state of Minnesota and its communities.
Eligibility Criteria
- Eligible nominees have had a considerable impact in their community or across the state and have not been widely recognized or awarded for their efforts in the past. Nominees should demonstrate one or more of the following criteria:
- Contributes significantly to creating a more just, creative, and abundant future for their community or other communities in Minnesota through their work or service.
- Builds a more inclusive and equitable Minnesota where everyone, regardless of the color of their skin, the zip code of their birth, or who they love, belongs and has the opportunity to thrive.
- Bridges across divides to foster understanding and strengthen meaningful community connections and benefits.
- Only current residents of Minnesota are eligible.
For more information, visit McKnight Foundation.
