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Twin Cities Rise photo by Bruce Silcox Minnesota Helps – North Minneapolis Recovery Fund

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The North Minneapolis Recovery Fund will support the immediate & long-term needs of those affected by tornado in May 2011. Donate at right.

  • Recovery efforts in process (June 4, 2011). Photo by Bruce Silcox.
  • Thank you from Sandy Vargas
  • Recovery efforts in process (June 4, 2011). Photo by Bruce Silcox.
  • Recovery efforts in process (June 4, 2011). Photo by Bruce Silcox.
  • After the Tornado.

Please continue to support North Minneapolis as the tornado relief work shifts from emergency response to long term recovery. There’s still a need to support this vital part of our community as it emerges from this tragedy. Credit card fees will be covered until $500,000.

Get the Latest Info on the Fund
Read about how much has been raised and how contributions are already making a difference. (9/6/11)

The Request for Proposals for funding is available. Organizations serving those most affected are encouraged to apply!

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On Sunday, May 22, 2011, North Minneapolis experienced the devastating chaos of a severe tornado system, tragically leaving one resident dead, injuring dozens more and rendering hundreds homeless as trees, water and debris destroyed families’ homes and the security of their community. As families regroup, individuals and organizations across Minnesota are already extending their generosity to their North Minneapolis neighbors.

The Minnesota Helps - North Minneapolis Recovery Fund will support the immediate and long-term needs of the individuals and families in North Minneapolis impacted by the May 22, 2011 tornado. The Minneapolis Foundation, in partnership with United Way and additional partners provided a dollar-for-dollar match up to $300,000 to rebuild this community.

How it works
Contributions to the Fund will be pooled and then allocated jointly by the sponsoring organizations to nonprofits that are providing support to those most affected by this tragedy – both immediately and in the coming months.

GiveMN covered the 2.9% credit card processing fee for up to $200,000 and The Minneapolis Foundation is covering an additional $300,000 more so that 100% of these donations will be redistributed to provide financial support where they are urgently needed.

Donations will be used for immediate and long-term needs (housing, food, and other services) of the people affected by the tornado.

Please check back for updates on how the funds will be distributed.

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Funding Partners
The Minneapolis Foundation
Greater Twin Cities United Way
GiveMN
Best Buy Corporation
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Foundation
CenturyTel, Inc.
Comcast
Cummins Foundation
George Family Foundation
The Grotto Foundation
James R. Thorpe Foundation
Lunds and Byerly's
North Star Fund
Park Nicollet Foundation
Pohlad Family Foundation
The Saint Paul Foundation
TCF Foundation
US Bank - Private Client & Trust Services
Wells Fargo Foundation

Are you planning a fundraiser?
If you are interested on holding a fundraiser with proceeds benefiting the Minnesota Helps - North Minneapolis Recovery Fund. Please review our Fundraising Policy and contact us at (612) 672-3878 or e-mail@mplsfoundation.org.

Updates and Donor Comments

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  1. Keith MorrisKeith Morris 11/27/2011 at 11:38 PM ET
    Don't forget to patronize North Mpls businesses: there's some good stuff up there.
  2. cynthia ycynthia y 10/28/2011 at 08:49 AM ET
    We support you in your efforts to rebuild your community
  3. Benjamin Jay MarcyBenjamin Jay Marcy 07/16/2011 at 02:03 PM ET
    Still much to do. Still need to keep the funds going.
  4. Greg SimbeckGreg Simbeck 07/10/2011 at 05:45 PM ET
    My best wishes to a great community.
  5. Russell MosleyRussell Mosley 07/06/2011 at 01:24 PM ET
    This is a great opportunity for community to help community. Thanks for the opportunity!
  6. Mark GoreckiMark Gorecki 06/25/2011 at 07:50 PM ET
    The north Minneapolis community is in my thoughts. I hope that through the the efforts of volunteers and charity those who have suffered will soon have homes again..
  7. Kimberly M LyngenKimberly M Lyngen 06/22/2011 at 01:38 PM ET
    If any community can pull through this difficulty, it's North Minneapolis! Blessings and prayers to all.
  8. Nordene HillNordene Hill 06/17/2011 at 09:28 AM ET
    break my heart to see the damage last weekend in person stay strong God will bring you thru.
  9. Richard ZiemanRichard Zieman 06/17/2011 at 08:54 AM ET
    Keep the Faith, Hope, and Love going in the community. Be strong, other Minnesotans are pulling for you.
  10. Teresa HubleyTeresa Hubley 06/15/2011 at 09:25 PM ET
    We love you, North Minne-apple! Stay strong.
  11. Melanie J. KraftMelanie J. Kraft 06/14/2011 at 09:28 PM ET
    I loved growing up in North Minneapolis. I hope it will be rebuilt better than ever.
  12. Angel E BarberAngel E Barber 06/14/2011 at 11:14 AM ET
    I grew up in North Minneapolis, which was a very fine community. Let's get it rebuilded as soon as possible.
  13. David B CampbellDavid B Campbell 06/13/2011 at 10:59 PM ET
    A prayer for the city.
  14. Leanne HeblLeanne Hebl 06/13/2011 at 09:51 AM ET
    I'm proud of our community for coming together to support our neighbors in need.
  15. Mary ThieschaferMary Thieschafer 06/13/2011 at 06:50 AM ET
    Thanks for giving people in Minnesota an opportunity to help via your organization.
  16. Shelly A. ManningShelly A. Manning 06/12/2011 at 11:04 AM ET
    God Bless to all the North Minneapolis residents and the many volunteers helping.
  17. Judith Yates BorgerJudith Yates Borger 06/10/2011 at 08:24 PM ET
    This is a great opportunity for the whole state to show it's support for residents of North Minneapolis.
  18. Susan PetersonSusan Peterson 06/07/2011 at 08:10 PM ET
    I grew up on the North Side and I know that Northsiders can overcome this challenge, as they've overcome so many others. I'd be there helping clean up if I could, but I'm mighty impressed by the number of volunteers who are jumping at the chance to help. Bless you all.
  19. Joan WagnerJoan Wagner 06/06/2011 at 01:41 PM ET
    Very greatful for all the donations I have lived on the north side most of my life very greatful for all who are helping!
  20. Lee AnnLee Ann 06/04/2011 at 06:47 PM ET
    Thousands of volunteers helping to clean up. It's a terrible tragedy but that Minnesota Nice is coming through loud and clear with all the people donating and volunteering.
  21. Joseph L GagneJoseph L Gagne 06/04/2011 at 01:28 PM ET
    chin up, shoulders back, peace, people.
  22. Susan Russell FreemanSusan Russell Freeman 06/03/2011 at 07:34 PM ET
    Thoughts, prayers, and praise for your courage - your neighbor from the south
  23. David SpohnDavid Spohn 06/03/2011 at 07:17 PM ET
    Keep the faith, neighbors.
  24. Cassandra SchmidtbauerCassandra Schmidtbauer 06/03/2011 at 11:45 AM ET
    Minnesota peeps will rebuild North Minneapolis QUICKLY and better than ever! That's what we call Minnesota Nice! I ask for God's blessings and protection on everyone.
  25. Barbara E. BergeronBarbara E. Bergeron 06/03/2011 at 11:38 AM ET
    North Minneapolis Rocks! The best place to live

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