McKnight Foundation

In Minneapolis, McKnight Foundation is a philanthropic foundation supporting programs in community and social services, climate, arts and culture, food systems, and neuroscience. Its Vibrant & Equitable Communities program focuses on shared power, prosperity, and participation for Minnesotans, while investments support locally led solutions in rural communities across the state. The foundation also advances Midwest climate solutions and an equitable clean energy transition, supports Minnesota working artists and culture bearers, and funds farmer-centered agroecological research and action globally. Its neuroscience program supports efforts toward more accurate diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of brain and behavior diseases. McKnight provides grants, impact investing, grantseeker information, and resources for grantees through its programs.