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In partnership with leaders and advocates supporting residents and working to change the systems that underlie these disparities, GreenLight breaks down barriers to inclusive prosperity, making measurable progress towards a more equitable future. Portfolio Investing in proven organizations to bring to the Twin Cities to address community-identified needs We partner with local residents to bring proven social innovations to address our community’s most persistent challenges, all too often rooted in racial inequities. See All Organizations Twin Cities Twin Cities Twin Cities Twin Cities Addressing challenges in the Twin Cities 2.8X Black women are 2.8x more likely to die of pregnancy and pregnancy-related causes compared to white women $33K Black household median income is $33,000 less than white households 59% Indigenous students graduate high school at a rate of 58.5 percent Twin Cities Team and Partners GreenLight Twin Cities is made up of a diverse group of changemakers from across the community, working together for positive impact in our city. Team & Advisors Investors What Our Community is Saying “[GreenLight] has an incredible track record of demonstrated results. We look forward to working together to address our community’s highest needs, and seeing the impact that work will have in Minneapolis and St. Paul.” Tim Welsh Vice Chairman, Consumer and Business Banking, US Bank “Building a city that works for all requires that we identify innovative solutions to address our toughest challenges. GreenLight will support even greater collaboration in our community, as we work to realize the big vision we’ll create together.” Melvin Carter City of Saint Paul Mayor “In Minneapolis, we are committed to a future built on inclusive economic opportunity and are excited to welcome GreenLight who shares that commitment. With their community-based model, we can better address some of our biggest challenges and pursue our city’s bold aspirations.” Jacob Frey City of Minneapolis Mayor “Putting resources and best-in-class, proven solutions where they’ll have the greatest impact in our region is an endeavor Terri and I are pleased to support alongside this incredible group of philanthropists.” Jeff Greiner Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Northern Pacific Group “[It’s] different then anything the nonprofit world is doing in the Twin Cities. This augments the work happening today. …we’re really inspired by GreenLight coming here and filling gaps that we might have in our community.” Karen Richard Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, Anderson Corporation Food Connect Food Connect Inner Explorer Inner Explorer Irth Irth Let Everyone Advance with Dignity (LEAD) Let Everyone Advance with Dignity (LEAD) By the numbers Discover how GreenLight Fund Twin Cities drives economic mobility through innovative, community-led solutions with measurable impact. The data and stories below showcase impact from July 2024-June 2025. Download the Report $2.45M Invested in Portfolio Organizations to Date $1.14M Additional Leveraged Dollars 8,953 Individuals and Families Reached 21 Selection Advisory Council Members 4 Portfolio Organizations Portfolio Organization Investments Since 2020, GreenLight has invested in bringing four evidence-based nonprofits to the Twin Cities. Inner Explorer Key result Since January 2025, expanded to 23 schools and centers, putting them on track to exceed their four-year goals of reaching 60,000 students across 200 schools and centers. Individuals reached in 2024-25 7,600 Food Connect Key result Nearly 43,000 meals have been delivered across the Twin Cities since February 2025, well ahead of Food Connect’s four-year goal of 80,000. Individuals reached in 2024-25 1,020 Key result Through events, app engagement, reviews, and Irth ambassador outreach, Irth has reached over 600 local residents, driving increased awareness and momentum in the Twin Cities. Individuals reached in 2024-25 616 Let Everyone Advance with Dignity (LEAD) Key result Nearly 25% of LEAD clients report an increase in access to medical, dental, and mental health care, a vital step toward long term stability. Individuals reached in 2024-25 136 Real Stories. Real Change. Real Impact in Twin Cities. Read participant stories that show what impact looks like in action. Delivering With Care: Food Connect When Food Connect partnered with the Department of Indian Work, they brought consistency, care, and reliability to food deliveries—strengthening support for Indigenous elders and families across the Twin Cities. Read their story Transforming Birth Experiences: Irth As a public health nurse and doula, Dr. Abiola A-B seen firsthand how Irth is creating safer, more equitable birth experiences—building community, accountability, and lasting change. Read their story Share this Report LinkedIn Facebook Email Team Diarra Brooks Diarra Brooks Program Manager, GreenLight Twin Cities Simone Hardeman-Jones Simone Hardeman-Jones Executive Director, GreenLight Twin Cities Jo Rutkiewicz Jo Rutkiewicz Coordinator (Multiple Sites) Advisory Council Cedrick Baker McKnight Foundation Renay Dossman Neighborhood Development Center Roberta Downing Harper Downing LLC Kenneth Eban MKE Consulting Group Inc. Tessa Eddy Neighborhood Development Center Georgia Fort BLCK Press Jeff Greiner Northern Pacific Group Andrea Inouye Program Director at Family Housing Fund Charlotte S. Johnson Otto Bremer Trust Eric Petersen Office of Mayor Melvin Carter, City of Saint Paul Marcus Pope Youthprise Pleasant Radford Jr UCare Karen Richard Andersen Corporation Sharon Sayles Belton Thomson Reuters Sharon Smith-Akinsanya Rae Mackenzie Group Dr. Catherine Squires (Retired) Humphrey School of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota & African American Leadership Forum Tsega Tamene Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation Mary Taris Strive Publishing Clare Verbeten Minnesota State Senate & The Partnership, Inc Timothy Welsh President & EVP of CCC Intelligent Solutions John Wilgers Greater Twin Cities United Way Founding Investors Fred C. and Katherine B. Andersen Foundation Julie and Doug Baker Jr. Foundation Frankie Bennett Craig Bentdahl Archie Black and Jane McDonald Black Margaret A. Cargill Fund of the Minneapolis Foundation Page and Jay Cowles Andrew Dayton Andrew Duff Jonathan and Michele Eisele Simon Foster and Nikki Sorum Tim Gokey Jeff and Terri Greiner Glen and Nancy Gunderson Ann and Chris Hilger Virginia Hubbard Rick and Gina King Craig Leipold and Helen Johnson-Leipold Jim and Norma Leslie Family Foundation Chuck and Liz Mooty John W. Mooty Foundation Rory and Rhonda O’Neill Amy and Chip Pearson Family Foundation Todd and Fabiana Peterson Karen and Bill Richard The Sanger Family Foundation John and Sue Simon Julie and Bob Sullivan Liz and Tim Welsh Walter and Karen White WMN Foundation Type GreenLight Twin Cities: Five Years of Igniting Impact 20 Stories of Change GreenLight Twin Cities: Five Years of Igniting Impact Jul 15, 2025 Twin Cities Looking in the Mirror: Five Years Later Insights Looking in the Mirror: Five Years Later May 22, 2025 Twin Cities Honoring Black History Month: Legacy, Leadership, and Action Insights Honoring Black History Month: Legacy, Leadership, and Action Feb 10, 2025 Twin Cities GreenLight Brings Proven Mindfulness Program to the Twin Cities Announcement, Press Release GreenLight Brings Proven Mindfulness Program to the Twin Cities Jan 15, 2025 Twin Cities GreenLight Fund Twin Cities Invests in Tech Platform to Combat Hunger Announcement, Press Release GreenLight Fund Twin Cities Invests in Tech Platform to Combat Hunger Dec 16, 2024 Twin Cities A Path to Healing Through Innovation News A Path to Healing Through Innovation Sep 12, 2024 Twin Cities Here’s one way we’re addressing the high Black maternal mortality rate in the Twin Cities Media Mention Star Tribune Here’s one way we’re addressing the high Black maternal mortality rate in the Twin Cities Jul 11, 2024 Twin Cities GreenLight Fund Names Ali Knight as Chief Executive Officer Announcement, News, Press Release GreenLight Fund Names Ali Knight as Chief Executive Officer Apr 16, 2024 Atlanta, Baltimore, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Cincinnati, Denver, Detroit, Greater Newark, Kansas City, National, Philadelphia, San Francisco Bay Area, Twin Cities
