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McKnight Foundation

McKnight Foundation

Minneapolis, Minnesotamcknight.org

Overview

The McKnight Foundation, a Minnesota-based family foundation, advances a more just, creative, and abundant future where people and planet thrive . Established in 1953, the McKnight Foundation is deeply committed to advancing climate solutions in the Midwest; building an equitable and inclusive Minnesota; and supporting the arts and culture in Minnesota, neuroscience, and international crop research .

Year Founded

1953

AUM

$2.5B

Portfolio Companies

2

Investments

McKnight Foundation investments
CompanyDateStageLead
NotaMay 2024GrantCo-investor
ArcadiaAug 2018Series BCo-investor

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Firmographic Details

HeadquartersMinneapolis, Minnesota
Year Founded1953
AUM$2.5B

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