Social Venture Partners Minnesota amplifies the impact of those out to do good- connecting and supporting donors, youth-serving nonprofits, and social enterprises so we can make a greater impact together.

SVP MINNESOTA

We are community leaders, philanthropists, and volunteers. We are changemakers who believe we can create a better future for young people in our community.

+ 40 AFFILIATES

+ 3400 PARTNERS

8 COUNTRIES

Beyond Writing Checks: What Venture Philanthropy Really Means (and Why It Works)

When most people think about giving, we picture writing a check, clicking on a donation page, or making a one-time gift tied to a cause we care about. That kind […]

The Surgeon General Said Loneliness Is a Health Crisis. Here’s One Antidote

A lot of people feel lonely right now. Not just occasionally. Not just on a quiet Sunday. But in a deeper, harder-to-name way. In 2023, the U.S. Surgeon General officially […]

How to Clarify Your Giving and Make a Bigger Local Impact

Key Takeaways How to clarify your giving goals starts with identifying the values, communities, and issues you want to support most. Why local giving creates stronger communities is simple: proximity […]

SVP MN was established in 2002. Since then our Partners have helped to bolster the growth, development, and sustainability of dozens of the Twin Cities most innovative nonprofits.

Helped 70+
Nonprofits

10,000+
 Service Hours

Donated
$2.4 Million+

350+
Partners

How Do We Do It

We amplify the impact of those tackling our community’s toughest issues that are impacting youth

How To Get Involved

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2023 GRANT CYCLE
is open!
All applications due July 20th at 5 PM.