The Immigrant Rapid Response Fund—a coalition of 33 philanthropic organizations created to deliver fast, community-informed funding during immigration-related crises—has deployed grants totaling $12 million to 140 nonprofits across Minnesota, including groups in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and Moorhead, to support communities impacted by Operation Metro Surge. Backed by $14 million raised from global donors, the coalition—housed at Women’s Foundation of Minnesota—provided unrestricted funding for emergency needs, legal aid, and organizing, with a final $1.5 million round focused on longer-term recovery efforts.
Minnesota Immigrant Rapid Response Fund awards $12M to support communities affected by federal actions
Minnesota’s Immigrant Rapid Response Fund Deploys $12 Million: Hosts April 8 Briefing
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Women’s Foundation of Minnesota
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