Fundación Minnetonka
Inspiring Curiosity.
Nurturing Potential.
Expanding Opportunity.
The Minnetonka Public Schools Foundation (MPSF) is an independent, tax-exempt, non-political nonprofit governed by a 19-member Board of Trustees. Dedicated to enriching the student experience throughout Minnetonka Public Schools, MPSF brings together community members and professionals committed to expanding opportunities for students.
Through community-supported philanthropy, we invest in meaningful learning experiences and opportunities that help students and educators thrive. Representatives from the School Board, district leadership, and the Minnetonka Alumni Association participate in Foundation board meetings, keeping us connected to district needs while maintaining our independence.
Our Board of Trustees, Ex Officio members, staff, and interns work together to advance our mission through strategic philanthropy.
40 Years of Impact
Since 1986, educators, families, alumni, businesses, and community members have come together in support of the Minnetonka Public Schools Foundation. As an independent nonprofit funded entirely through community donations, MPSF helps bring new ideas to life and expands opportunities beyond traditional school funding.
$1,808,539 Teacher Grants Funded
1,080 Teacher Grants Awarded
$875,000+ Endowment & Capital Projects
$140,820 MHS Scholarships Funded
185 Scholarships Awarded
53 Celebration of Excellence Gifts
For Every Student. Across Every School.
Through Teacher Grants, scholarships, Celebration of Excellence gifts, support for district initiatives, and investments in capital projects, the Foundation helps expand learning beyond traditional school funding.
From robotics and the arts to environmental learning and career exploration, our investments help educators inspire curiosity, nurture potential, and expand opportunities for students.
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TEACHER GRANT APPLICATION
The MPSF 27/28 Grant Application process officially opened on Nov. 1, 2026 and will close on Feb. 17, 2027. All District staff can apply. Ready to turn your idea into reality? Apply HERE!
2026 CELEBRATION OF EXCELLENCE
The Minnetonka Public Schools Foundation is proud to be a leading sponsor of the 21st Annual Celebration of Excellence Awards recognizing the achievement of teachers, staff, and community in the District. Program was held on May 14, 2026.
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Discover more about the Minnetonka Public Schools Foundation, explore our programs and initiatives, and learn how community philanthropy helps create opportunities for students across Minnetonka Public Schools.
Las subvenciones en la práctica
La Fundación de las Escuelas Públicas de Minnetonka se rige por sus estatutos y mantiene su compromiso de prestar servicio al Distrito Escolar Público de Minnetonka a través de su programa de becas para docentes y de determinadas inversiones a largo plazo realizadas con cargo a su fondo de dotación. Además, mediante acuerdos especiales, la Fundación puede ofrecer oportunidades para apoyar la recaudación de fondos destinados a becas aprobadas por el Distrito. La Fundación no puede aceptar donaciones ni asignaciones para programas que no hayan sido aprobados tanto por la Fundación como por el Distrito.
La Fundación de las Escuelas Públicas de Minnetonka no actúa como intermediario ni como agente fiscal (es decir, no recauda ni retiene fondos en nombre de otro grupo ni transfiere donaciones a otra organización) para clubes de apoyo, asociaciones de padres y profesores (PTO/PTA), clubes de estudiantes, iniciativas de recaudación de fondos u otros programas o actividades extracurriculares. Esto no está permitido según nuestras directrices y nuestra condición de organización sin ánimo de lucro.
Si tiene alguna duda sobre si se puede aceptar una designación concreta, póngase en contacto con Colleen Riley, directora ejecutiva de la Fundación de las Escuelas Públicas de Minnetonka.