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Minnesota

Robert J. Jones Urban Research and Outreach-Engagement Center

📍 2001 Plymouth Ave N Minneapolis, MN 55411

Countdown to Showcase Launch!

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Showcase Dates

Mar 24, 2026

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May 23, 2026

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Upcoming Events

Minnesota: Showcase Opening Reception
2001 Plymouth Avenue North Minneapolis, MN 55411
Join us for the opening reception of Inspired Generosity: Minneapolis as we discuss faith, philanthropy, and share stories of generosity. The opening celebration of Inspired Generosity features an informative conversation and community dinner. Ted Chen from the Cargill Foundation will moderate a panel discussion with three students from Augsburg University as they discuss how faith has influenced generosity in their own lives. Following the panel discussion, we will share a meal together as we explore the generosity of caring for one another during these tumultuous times with table discussions facilitated by volunteers from the Minnesota Multifaith Network.
Starts on March 24, 2026 4:30 pm
Ends on March 24, 2026 7:00 pm
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The Power of Narrative Change for Community Impact
2001 Plymouth Avenue North Minneapolis, MN 55411
Join us for a panel conversation bridging nonprofits, philanthropy and government while we amplify Minnesota actions during these times.
Starts on March 25, 2026 6:00 pm
Ends on March 25, 2026 8:00 pm
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Farming in Minnesota: Cultivating Generosity Through Food, Land & Community
2001 Plymouth Avenue North Minneapolis, MN 55411
Experience with us firsthand how community fuels compassion — and how connection itself becomes a form of generosity. Through food, storytelling, photography, and conversation, guests will experience firsthand how community fuel compassion — and how connection itself becomes a form of generosity. Food will be catered by the Seward Co Op, which includes food with organic ingredients; Pastries, Hummus with veggies, Parfaits with fresh fruit and optional granola, fruit spread, fresh coffee/tea and Muslim farmer will cook a traditional dish using her harvested potatoes.
Starts on March 26, 2026 9:00 am
Ends on March 26, 2026 11:00 am
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Host Committee

  • Dilnaz Waraich, WF Fund President
  • Cassie Bean, National Center for Family Philanthropy
  • Ted Chen, Margaret Cargill Foundation
  • Martha Stortz, Augsburg University
  • Najeeba Syeed, Augsburg University
  • Michon True-Smith, Augsburg University
  • Malika Dahir, Reviving the Islamic Sisterhood for Empowerment
  • Nasrieen Habeeb, Hiking Hijabi
  • Annie Nolte-Henning, Community Sponsorship Hub
  • Hans Gustafson, University of St. Thomas
  • Jaylani Hussein, CAIR
  • Ramla Bile, Bush Foundation
  • Tamara Gray, Rabata
  • Tamim Saidi
  • Tamela Spicer, WF Fund Project Manager
  • Zakya Gazey, WF Fund Site Coordinator
  • Sasa Aakil, WF Fund Design Team Member
  • Kae Pershon, WF Fund Design Team Member

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