Place-Based Foundations That are Stretching into New Arenas to Support Community Partners

The Minneapolis Foundation, Midwest Environmental Justice Network, NDN Collective, and RE-AMP Network lead one of the U.S. EPA’s Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Grantmaking programs. Over three years, they will distribute $40 million in grants to build the capacity of Tribes and environmental justice communities across a six-state region. These organizations will discuss how they are building trust, developing participatory governance processes, and navigating federal requirements. Panelists will lead small-group discussions for deeper learning and dialogue.