We help nonprofit organizations realize their full potential in a range of areas, from governance to planned giving.

Following is a sample of our services, which can be customized to meet your nonprofit's specific needs.

Investment Management Services

  • Establish an investment policy, or review an existing policy
  • Provide an analysis of the investment climate
  • Monitor investment performance and results as compared to market indices and benchmarks
  • Manage assets with an investment objective to provide an absolute return that equals or exceed the endowment distribution and long-term rate of inflation
  • Present investment strategy and performance to the board of directors

Planned Giving Services

  • Expert assistance with charitable remainder trusts and charitable gift annuities
  • Acceptance of illiquid assets as gifts, such as closely-held stock and real estate
  • Training for boards and fundraising teams related to planned giving
  • Marketing templates for charitable gift annuities and for legacy gifts
  • Customized illustrations for simple or complex estate planning techniques
  • Individual meetings with prospective donors

Board Development

  • Facilitation of board development forums to clarify the role of the board, including executive review, financial oversight and self-assessment
  • Mission clarification and strategic planning

Development & Enhancement

  • Donor recognition programs
  • Bequest administration programs
  • Feasibility studies and capital campaigns
  • Fundraising/special events planning
  • Educational forums and general facilitation
  • Organizational and program assessments

Whether you are looking for innovative ideas or a more traditional approach, we can help your nonprofit organization build capacity and develop solutions that advance your unique mission and vision.

Services for Nonprofits

800 IDS CENTER  80 SOUTH EIGHTH STREET   MINNEAPOLIS MN 55402  (612) 672-3878  E-MAIL@MPLSFOUNDATION.ORG