Projects by Minnesota’s black, indigenous, and people of color artists portray personal narratives addressing diversity, identity and today’s societal issues. The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation announces that artistic projects from “Art in This Present Moment,” a Foundation initiative supported by the McKnight Foundation, can be viewed at spmcf.org/art. The online gallery showcases the art …
“America’s Cultural Treasures” initiative will provide multi-year grants in response to the Covid-19 pandemic Minneapolis, MN (September 24, 2020)—Today, the McKnight Foundation announced that it is joining the Ford Foundation in an unprecedented $156 million initiative to recognize “America’s Cultural Treasures,” including at least $10 million in new funding, over the next five years, to …
The McKnight Endowment Fund for Neuroscience supports innovative research designed to bring science closer to the day when diseases of the brain can be accurately diagnosed, prevented, and treated. To this end, the McKnight Endowment Fund for Neuroscience invites letters of intent for the 2022 McKnight Technological Innovations in Neuroscience awards. Use of Award Funds …
Read a collection of the news coverage following the announcement of writer Marcie Rendon as the 2020 Mcknight Distinguished Artist. As new stories are released, we will update this list. Pioneer Press | Author Marcie Rendon is first Native American woman to receive $50,000 McKnight Distinguished Artist Award Marcie Rendon, award-winning poet, playwright, author of …
The initiative seeks to amplify the voices and experiences of Minnesota artists by placing a spotlight on their music, dance, and visual arts. The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation, in partnership with the McKnight Foundation, announced “Art in This Present Moment,” an initiative supporting and celebrating Minnesota artists whose work addresses social issues, particularly those …
We are heartbroken over the senseless murder of Mr. George Floyd. We grieve for his family and friends. We recognize the deep pain felt within the Black community and by all who endure acts of violence based on prejudice, and we stand with people of all racial backgrounds who call for community healing and accountability. …
May 28, 2020 The Board of Directors of The McKnight Endowment Fund for Neuroscience is pleased to announce it has selected six neuroscientists to receive the 2020 McKnight Scholar Award. 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 …
April 20, 2015 – The McKnight Foundation has hired Jody Speer, Rita Lee, and Jeff Henebury.
The Minneapolis Climate Action and Racial Equity Fund wrapped up its first year by awarding $65,000 in grants to three local organizations that are doing innovative work to take action on climate change. The new charitable fund, a partnership between the City of Minneapolis, The Minneapolis Foundation, and the McKnight Foundation, today announced its second round of grants. …
Read a collection of the news coverage following the announcement of painter Jim Denomie as the 2019 Mcknight Distinguished Artist. As new stories are released, we will update this list. Pioneer Press | Scandia artist Jim Denomie is 2019 McKnight Distinguished Artist — though he was once advised against art as a career Jim Denomie …