why your gift matters Every dollar donated helps Children's Defense Fund-MN continue to fight for all Minnesota's children. charitable reviews Children's Defense Fund meets or exceeds all standards of: the Better Business Bureau GuideStar Charity Navigator annual reports View CDF's annual report and financial statements Children's Defense Fund (CDF) takes great pride in its financial efficiency and accountablility.  CDF is supported primarily by foundation and corporate grants and individual donations.  CDF has never taken government funds.

There are many ways you can provide support to CDF-Minnesota!

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Step forward..Donate..and improve the lives of children! Every dollar donated helps CDF-Minnesota continue to fight for all our children.

Stocks and Securities

Gifts of stocks and securities can provide donors with an attractive way to make a contribution to CDF–Minnesota.

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Workplace Campaigns

Please designate CDF–Minnesota in your workplace campaign.  For more information, call CDF–MN's Development Director, Judy Ham at 651-855-1179 or email.

Planned Gifts

Wills and bequests make a lasting contribution toward improving children's lives and may provide substantial estate tax savings.

Planned giving creates opportunities for both CDF–Minnesota and our donors. Determining what gift is right for you is just as important as making the gift. There are many options from which you may choose. The correct plan for you balances what you wish to accomplish for yourself, your family, and your charitable interests in your overall estate and financial plans.

For information about CDF's planned giving program, making a gift from your estate, or gift opportunities in general, please contact Judy Ham, Director of Development at 651-855-1172 or email her.

Matching Gifts

If you would like to double the impact of your gift, ask your company about matching your gift opportunities.