“What If It Works?” How A Local Veteran Found Healing, Strength & Community Through 23rd Veteran

“It’s not just me that’s benefited from the 23V Recon program. My wife has benefited. My kids have benefited. My coworkers have noticed that I’m happier and healthier. One small change can affect a lot of people. The ripple effect touches our entire community.”
Be on Board: Lead With Purpose, Serve With Confidence

The Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation, Head of the Lakes United Way and the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits have joined together to bring the Northland a unique opportunity to learn more about nonprofit board member service. Register to be part of this exciting training program and develop your board service skill set. Whether you are […]
$1 Million in Fall Grant Awards Strengthens Local Organizations

The Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation awarded nearly $1 million in competitive grants to 51 organizations, fueling transformative work across northeastern Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin. These grants, part of the foundation’s second and final grant cycle of 2024, were awarded in December to address pressing challenges, create meaningful solutions, and deliver hope, opportunity, and lasting […]
The Healing Power of Baaga’adowewin: Revitalizing Tradition, Building Community

Baaga’adowewin: A Sacred Gift and Source of Resilience Baaga’adowewin, or stickball, is more than a game—it is a sacred gift, passed down through generations as a source of healing, connection, and life guidance. For nearly a century, this powerful tradition lay dormant, suppressed by assimilation policies that sought to erase Indigenous cultures. But now, across […]
Join Us for “Nonprofits at Night” – A Networking Event for Changemakers

At the the Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation, we know that great ideas and impactful collaborations often spark when people come together. That’s why we’re excited to host Nonprofits at Night, a social hour designed to connect nonprofit professionals in a relaxed, engaging atmosphere. When: Wednesday, February 26 Time: 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Where: Hoops […]
Another Door to Hope: When Community Comes Together

In Duluth, Another Door Shelter is a collaborative effort fueled by determination, cooperation and generosity. Key partners include Chum, Lutheran Social Service and Peace Church with support from many other organizations. The shelter is opening its doors to homeless youth in our community in January 2025. More than a shelter, this center will be a […]
Give Where You Live: Local Donations Make an Impact

When it comes to giving back, there’s something uniquely powerful about supporting the place you call home. Local nonprofits are the heartbeat of our communities, addressing critical needs, fostering connections, and creating opportunities where they’re needed most. By choosing to donate locally, you’re investing in the people, programs, and initiatives that make your community stronger […]
Amber Burns Promoted to Director of Community Impact & Partnerships

We are delighted to share the promotion of Amber Burns from Community Impact Specialist to Community Impact Director at the Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation. With deep-rooted experience in arts education, community engagement, and grant management, Amber has been an invaluable asset to the foundation. Her promotion reflects the impact she has already made and […]
Meet Our Incoming Board Members

Julian Zebot | Maslon LLP Julian Zebot is a board member, partner in the Litigation Group, and chair of the Trust & Estate Litigation practice at the Minneapolis law firm of Maslon LLP. He focuses his legal practice on probate, fiduciary, and trust litigation as well as business and commercial litigation. He has counseled and […]
A Legacy of Joy

The Tim Russell Kind Spirit Award In the summer of 2008, the city of Duluth lost a remarkable young man named Tim Russell. Though his life was brief, his impact was profound, touching the lives of everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. Tim was known not just for his infectious laughter and love […]