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 …
The Board of Directors of The McKnight Endowment Fund for Neuroscience is pleased to announce it has selected six neuroscientists to receive the 2019 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 who have demonstrated …
The Board of Directors of The McKnight Endowment Fund for Neuroscience is pleased to announce it has selected six neuroscientists to receive the 2018 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 who have demonstrated …
This page provides guidance for consistent public communications about the McKnight Artist Fellowships Program, for all partners to help advance the program’s brand. Unless otherwise noted, all information applies to both print and digital situations. Program Name The name of the overarching, umbrella program directed by McKnight is the McKnight Artist & Culture Bearer Fellowships …