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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Building a Bold Future | Tonya Allen on Conversations with Chanda

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C-Speak Minnesota | Tonya Allen on Philanthropy and Private Sector Partnerships

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Philanthropy During Turbulent Times | Tonya Allen on MPR with Angela Davis

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The Black Fundraisers’ Podcast | Exploring Racial Justice in Philanthropy with Tonya Allen

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Honoring George Floyd: Personal Reflections from McKnight Staff

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One Year Later, an Invitation to Create the Minnesota George Floyd Deserved

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By Tonya Allen May 2021

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$12.6 Million Initiative Offers New Funding for Black, Indigenous, Latinx, and Asian American-Led Arts Organizations

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From the Rubble, an Ambitious Effort to Rebuild Differently

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