Do you know someone who deserves recognition for their commitment to racial equity and anti-racism efforts in Minnesota? If yes, then Nominate that person for the 17th annual Facing Race Awards!
Donor Name: Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation
State: Minnesota
Counties: Dakota , Ramsey
Type of Grant: Award
Deadline: 04/21/2023
Size of the Grant: $7500
Details:
The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation established the Facing Race Awards in 2007 to celebrate and honor individuals working to eliminate racism and its effects throughout the state of Minnesota. By highlighting the critical work of honorees, they intend to build on the discussion, dialogue and action taking place around the important issues of race and racism.
The Foundation is currently seeking nominations for their 2023 Facing Race Awards. Four individuals will be selected and recognized during an award ceremony in October. Each recipient will receive a recognition grant of $7500 to direct to the Minnesota nonprofit of their choice.
The Foundation invites you to submit a nomination in support of an adult or youth who is working to eliminate racism in Minnesota.
Nominating criteria
Each adult or youth nominee should demonstrate one or more of the following criteria:
- Active engagement in creating a racially equitable community
- Bravery in the face of racism, violence and/or oppression
- Defense of the values of equity and justice
- A commitment to directly addressing issues of racism and/or tackling racial inequity
Requirements
- Nominees must be Minnesota residents
- The efforts and/or work occurred in the state of Minnesota
- Get consent from the nominee or guardian prior to submission
- Former Facing Race Award recipients are ineligible
- Current Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation staff or board members are ineligible and cannot submit nominations
Selection Criteria
Nominees will be reviewed on the following criteria:
- How the nominee’s work helps to eliminate racism and its effects in the East Metro Area (Dakota, Ramsey or Washington counties) or in Minnesota.
- The nominee’s recent accomplishments that have benefitted the East Metro or Minnesota, particularly those in the last year.
For more information, visit Facing Race Awards.