McKnight Names Heid E. Erdrich 2026 Distinguished Artist

The poet, editor, curator, and teacher has spent decades bringing poetry into public life and creating opportunities for other artists.

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No City Stands Alone

When Minnesota’s Civic Gyms Stayed Open – Stanford Social Innovation Review

Features Tonya Allen, Neeraj Mehta July 2026

Tonya Allen talks with Central Minnesota leaders in St. Cloud. Credit: Molly Miles

Democracy Thrives in the Civic Space

Tonya Allen

By Tonya Allen October 2024

McKnight Welcomes Liz Olson as Senior Program Officer, Strengthening Democratic Participation

Features Liz Olson June 2024

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