The Management Improvement Fund provides funding to nonprofit organizations operating in, or serving, a substantial portion of their clients in the Twin Cities East Metro area (Dakota, Ramsey and Washington counties). The MIF is specifically targeting the leadership and capacity needs of groups and organizations serving neighborhoods and cultural communities.
The MIF makes grants for technical assistance and consultation to help improve the capacity and management of nonprofit organizations. Past MIF-funded projects have addressed management and fiscal needs, training and development for board members or staff, and skill development to meet the diverse and changing needs of the East Metro area.
Please note: All interested applicants are required to contact Jerry Timian, program officer, at 651.325.4286prior to submitting an applicationto ensure that the Fund fits your organization's needs.
For more information on the Management Improvement Fund of The Saint Paul Foundation, contact Jerry Timian, program officer gct@saintpaulfoundation.org or call 651.325.4286.
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Download a grant application and the MIF Criteria Questions for use in your application
The Management Improvement Fund is supported by funding from individual donors and these organizations:
• F. R. Bigelow Foundation
• Travelers (formerly The St. Paul Companies)
• Otto Bremer Foundation
• The Saint Paul Foundation
• Mardag Foundation
Receiving a grant from the MIF does not preclude a group or organization from applying for and receiving financial support from these funders for other purposes.
