Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of Minnesota Foundation

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Location: Po Box 64560, St Paul, 55164 MN

EIN: 36-3525653

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Top descriptors for this funder

7Responsive6Builds relationships6Culturally sensitive6Friendly5"Gets" nonprofits and issues5Insightful4Gives more than money3Openminded3Positive leader in the field2Likes site visits1Risk taker

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Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of Minnesota Foundation

Apr 04, 2019 1

Reviewer 415 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2018

My relationship with the program officer is nothing but exceptional. I cannot compare the relationship that BCBS MN Foundation program officers have with their grantees to any other foundation. They not only provide guidance throughout the application process, but are truly invested partners in the success of the grantee's program. It is a reciprocal mentoring process. I feel supported, I can call on her when I need advice, a sounding board, or just validation of my decision making. Our program officer is a program officer that everyone should see as the sector's leader, mentor, and responsive philanthropist. She has guided us every step of the way, helped us build capacity, and reframe the work we are doing more effectively.

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Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Culturally sensitive, Insightful, Friendly, Builds relationships, Likes site visits, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive

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Response from Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of Minnesota Foundation

Apr 04, 2019

Thank you for sharing your experience. Relationships with our grantee-partners are at the center of everything we do. It is gratifying to hear that it is working!

Jul 09, 2018

Reviewer 5289 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2018

Take the time to connect with Foundation staff before submitting your application. They are very responsive and enjoy conversing about your proposed ideas. Also highly recommend setting up a time to debrief your proposal if you are not selected for funding. Foundation staff provided us with very detailed feedback that will certainly help shape our future proposals for our project.

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Insightful, Friendly, Builds relationships, Responsive

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Response from Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of Minnesota Foundation

Jul 10, 2018

Thank you for your comment. We appreciate you sharing your experience with our application process and staff.

Jan 11, 2018

Grant Applicant - applied in 2017

This foundation is very forward-thinking in their approach and focus areas. They are intentional about removing the power dynamics with their grantees and seek to build a genuine, supportive, equitable relationship based on sharing of mutual resources toward a common goal. As a grantee, you feel you are a true "partner" with them in the work together.

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Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Risk taker, Culturally sensitive, Insightful, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive

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Response from Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of Minnesota Foundation

Jan 11, 2018

Thank you for your comment! We appreciate you sharing your experience with our grantmaking process.

Sep 15, 2017

Grant Applicant - applied in 2017

Read the guidance in order to clearly articulate your questions before calling.

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Positive leader in the field, Culturally sensitive, Insightful, Friendly, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Responsive

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Response from Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of Minnesota Foundation

Sep 15, 2017

We appreciate you taking the time to share your comment.

Sep 13, 2017

Reviewer 438 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2017

A fairly straightforward application. There are program officers available to speak with you and help along the way. They are narrower than some in their scope, but in a way that's helpful: you know what they're looking for.

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Friendly, Builds relationships, Likes site visits, Responsive

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Response from Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of Minnesota Foundation

Sep 15, 2017

Thank you. We appreciate your comment!

Jul 22, 2017

Did not apply

If you want to learn about their approach and process, attend their meetings. Also call them with follow up questions. Their staff were very friendly and accessible.

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Culturally sensitive, Insightful, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive

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Response from Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of Minnesota Foundation

Jul 25, 2017

Thank you for your comment!

Jul 18, 2017

Grant Applicant - applied in 2016

Great staff to work with! They provide support when requested. I love the fact that grant applications can be innovative and creative.

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Gives more than money, Culturally sensitive, "Gets" nonprofits and issues

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Response from Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of Minnesota Foundation

Jul 20, 2017

Thank you. We appreciate your comment!

Jul 05, 2017

Reviewer 741 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2014

Their guidelines are very accurate to what they're looking for. They often host meetings when they release an RFP, and are really available for questions and conversations as a part of those meetings. I recommend calling before you write an application to get a sense of if your project is a fit.

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Gives more than money, Culturally sensitive, Builds relationships, Responsive

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Response from Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of Minnesota Foundation

Jul 20, 2017

Thank you for your comment. We appreciate you sharing your experience with our grantmaking process.

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