A Nibi walk in honor of Ȟaȟá Wakpádaŋ is one of the ways the People for Parks Fund helps Minneapolis see and celebrate our natural resources ...
Category: Minneapolis Parks Foundation
Building Belonging Through Parks – 2026 People For Parks Fund Grantees Selected
Through the People for Parks Fund, the Minneapolis Parks Foundation is supporting 15 community-led projects for getting diverse communities into the...
The Minneapolis Parks Foundation Welcomes Three New Board Members in 2026
The Minneapolis Parks Foundation is delighted to welcome three new members to its Board of Directors: Amber Frederick At Large Commissioner,...
Position Closed: Giving Impact Officer
This position is no longer accepting applicants. Are you an excellent communicator, skilled fundraiser, and empathetic relationship-builder? Do you...
In the Parks with Martin — October 2025
It’s hard to believe, but by the time you’re reading this I’ll have been the Executive Director of the Minneapolis Parks Foundation for one month....
Martin Wera named Executive Director of the Minneapolis Parks Foundation
MINNEAPOLIS, MN — August 18, 2025 The board of directors of the Minneapolis Parks Foundation is pleased to announce Martin Wera will become the...
Celebrating the Start of Construction at North Commons Park
On July 29, 2025, community members, civic leaders, and philanthropic partners gathered to celebrate the start of construction at North Commons...
Remembering Frank Smith Wilkinson Jr., 1939-2025
Frank Wilkinson (left) enjoying conversation with his wife, Frances (middle), and past Minneapolis Park Board Superintendent, Jayne Miller (right)....
Artists Chosen for Poster for Parks 2025
When: Saturday, October 11, 2025 Where: Minnehaha Park Pavilion, next to Sea Salt Eatery “The arts and parks are natural partners,” says...