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Transforming Cities: Ann Arbor, MI
The Midwest’s climate leadership is on the global stage as the BBC highlights the incredible work in Ann Arbor, MI to reduce energy costs and improve quality of life for residents of the Bryant neighborhood.
The McKnight Foundation, in partnership with the Minnesota Council of Foundations, announces seven Minnesotans as recipients of the 2024 Virginia McKnight Binger Heart of Community Honor.
“We refuse to give up on a hopeful vision for the future, and neither should you… Our planet will be stronger if we strengthen it together. Our future will be more just if we include all our aspirations. So I’m inviting you to be courageous, to be relentless, to join us.”
—Tonya Allen, President
McKnight Names Carolyn Holbrook 2025 Distinguished Artist
A celebrated writer, arts leader, and educator Holbrook uses storytelling to heal, bring people together, and promote civil discourse.
2025 McKnight Scholar Awards
The McKnight Scholar Awards are granted to young scientists who are in the early stages of establishing their own independent laboratories and research careers and who have demonstrated a commitment to neuroscience. Since the award was introduced in 1977, this prestigious early-career award has funded 291 innovative investigators and spurred hundreds of breakthrough discoveries.