Summary
Organization name
Ann Bancroft Foundation
Tax id (EIN)
41-1691868
Categories
Children & Family
BIPOC Serving
BIPOC Serving
BIPOC Led
BIPOC Led
Address
2356 University Ave W Suite 404Saint Paul, MN 55114
The Urgency to Positively Impact Girls
Without a doubt, the last three years have impacted everyone, and existing gender disparity gaps continue to widen. In Minnesota, data shows that girls and gender expansive youth (grades K-12), especially from historically excluded communities, have been among those most impacted in health, safety, and education. In addition, data from the CDC shows that adolescent mental health-related ER visits have gone up 31% during COVID-19. Girls accounted for a 50% increase in suspected suicide attempts; boys experienced a 4% increase. Minnesota girls need us now more than ever. Thankfully, we know that self-efficacy is one of the protective psychological barriers known to mediate the effects of traumatic events. We also know that ABF grants allow girls to participate in activities and experiences that increase self-efficacy and equip them with the skills needed to thrive and believe in their ability to be unstoppable.
This month, we will award $75,000 in grants to girls from around the state who asked us to support their dreams in their grant applications this fall.
Supporting Girls & Investing in Tomorrow’s Leaders
For the past 25 years, the purpose of the Ann Bancroft Foundation (ABF) has been to invest in the futures of girls and equip them with the skills needed to thrive. ABF supports and fosters high levels of achievement and empowerment in girls by leveraging grants, mentorship, and development opportunities to boldly inspire girls to imagine something bigger and instill in them the belief in their ability to succeed. To date, ABF has awarded more than $2 million to 5200 Minnesota girls in grades K-12 to fund a wide range of activities and experiences. Black, Indigenous, Latina, Asian and immigrant girls represent more than 60 percent of those we serve. Grants from ABF are not transactional. They do not just cover an activity or pay for a pre-college trip. Our grants are transformational. They tell girls they are valued, that we celebrate their dreams, and that we believe in the future they see for themselves.
Celebrating Courage and Resiliency
As we read through grant applications from girls across Minnesota, it remains clear that amidst all adversities, Minnesota girls have continued to dream big and imagine their futures with hope, tenacity, and courage. During 2022, as continues to celebrate our 25th anniversary with a renewed commitment to reaching more girls across all counties in Minnesota as we create a pipeline of tomorrow’s leaders who believe in their power and courageously wield it to transform their communities. Thank you for your partnership to help Minnesota girls achieve their vision and reach their full potential. It matters so very much.
MEET SOME 2022 TRAILBLAZERS
Bridget
Kira Lou
I'Monie
Hear Mabruka's story, see more ABF videos on YouTube. Click through to see our 25th Anniversary commissioned poem by Tish Jones.
Thank you for any gift you can make today to empower girls!
Organization name
Ann Bancroft Foundation
Tax id (EIN)
41-1691868
Categories
Children & Family
BIPOC Serving
BIPOC Serving
BIPOC Led
BIPOC Led
Address
2356 University Ave W Suite 404