Across Bolivia, Peru, and Ecuador, many farmers are advancing agroecological practices that protect biodiversity, nourish communities, and care for the land. Yet their stories often remain close to home. To help share these experiences with wider audiences, the Andes Agroecológicos project brought together 12 prominent content creators from the region for an immersive look at agroecology in the Andes.
Elizabeth McGeveran will step down from her role as Vice President of Investments this June.
McKnight Foundation announced a $2.6 million investment in immediate rent relief and longer-term rent stabilization to keep families and residents housed as people face the direct and reverberating impacts of Operation Metro Surge. Through two complementary investments, McKnight is both supporting residents at immediate risk of losing their housing and ensuring ongoing resources are available for people when direct relief has diminished.
In times of disaster and crisis, our federal government used to help lead response and recovery. Today, Minnesotans are living through the aftermath of a crisis inflicted not by nature, but by our own national leaders. What has happened in Minnesota and elsewhere is a full affront to American prosperity itself. We have seen what is possible when ordinary people refuse to abandon one another. Now we must all be as brave.
McKnight Foundation announced a $2.6 million investment in immediate rent relief and longer-term rent stabilization to keep families and residents housed as people face the direct and reverberating impacts of Operation Metro Surge. Through two complementary investments, McKnight is both supporting residents at immediate risk of losing their housing and ensuring ongoing resources are available for people when direct relief has diminished.
McKnight Foundation is proud to share five stories—from Alanna, Marnese, Rick, Sarah, and Casey—representing just a few of the voices shaping climate and energy solutions in the Midwest. Their journeys reflect the winding paths people often take to leadership. These narratives go beyond bios to reveal the personal “why” at the heart of the work.
Rick Martagon is the Executive Director of Building Strong Communities, leading efforts to connect people to union construction careers through workforce and apprenticeship programs.
Alanna Koshollek is an independent contractor serving as the Wisconsin Lead at Climate Land Leaders. A lifelong maker and nature lover, she’s a daughter, sister, mother, and wife with a passion for gardening, crafting from natural materials, cooking with the seasons, reading, and wandering outside.
Sarah Spence is the Midwest Regional Director for the Conservative Energy Network, advancing clean energy solutions across the region with over 15 years of experience in policy, government affairs, and political campaigns.
Marnese Jackson is the Executive Director of the Midwest Building Decarbonization Coalition, advancing equitable decarbonization through capacity building and collective action, with a focus on creating healthier and more just communities.