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About the Foundation

Minnesota PBS has created a separate nonprofit corporation, the TPT Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization that manages major and planned gifts supporting Minnesota PBS's vision and mission. Its purpose is to receive, hold, and invest contributions from donors who provide philanthropic support.

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Foundation Vision

Our vision is to ensure that local public broadcasting remains a trusted, accessible, and enduring resource for education, information, culture, and civic engagement in our communities. By supporting this foundation, donors help sustain independent public service media that informs citizens, connects diverse voices, and preserves local stories for future generations. Together, we are investing in a stronger, more informed public and the long-term vitality of a service that benefits everyone.

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Donors can be assured of:

  • Professional investment management
  • Governance and Oversight by a separate Board of Directors
  • Accountability to the Public through a Separate IRS Form 990
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Discover more ways to give

There are a variety of ways to make a charitable gift, which may provide tax advantages for you. Please consult your advisors for your best giving option(s).

Stock

Supporting Minnesota PBS with a gift of stock is a simple and tax-efficient way to make an impact. Donating appreciated securities may help you avoid capital gains taxes while strengthening trusted public media.

IRA Distributions

Contact your IRA administrator to request a Qualified Charitable Distribution from your IRA to the TPT Foundation, the affiliated foundation of Minnesota PBS. Please ask your administrator to place your name and Minnesota PBS member number on the check.

Donor Advised Funds

You can give to the TPT Foundation through your Donor Advised Fund using our online form, or by contacting your DAF administrator to recommend a grant to the TPT Foundation.

Tax ID: 99-3347440

TPT Foundation172 East 4th Street St. Paul, MN 55101

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Other Accepted Gifts

  • Bequests
  • Retirement Plan Assets
  • Investment Accounts
  • Real Estate
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Legal Information

TPT Foundation172 East 4th StreetSaint Paul, MN 55101EIN: 99-3347440

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Contact the Giving Team

651.229.1410

[email protected]