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.

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

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A Meaningful Gift

A simple and meaningful way to honor someone special, a special occasion or the memory of a loved one, is by making a donation to CDF-MN in their name.  CDF-MN will then notify the recipient or their family of your generous and thoughtful gift.

Every dollar donated helps CDF champion policies that lift children out of poverty; protect them from abuse and neglect; and ensure their access to health care, quality education, and a moral and spiritual foundation.

You can choose to make a one-time donation or pledge to make regular donations throughout the year.  A tribute gift can be designated to honor the special occasions in the lives of your loved ones—birthdays, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, anniversaries, graduations, weddings and other special achievements, and to celebrate the memory of someone who was a champion for children.

If a child you love is celebrating a special occasion you can request donations to CDF-MN in your child’s honor, in lieu of presents.  Your child will receive a special letter acknowledging the gifts received in their name—and will experience the joy of helping another child in need!

Please click here to make a donation.  For personal assistance, please email Judy Ham or call her at 651-855-1179

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