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The Art of Connection: Martha Bird’s Sculptural Basketry

Ayesha Furqan 4/29/26 Ayesha Furqan 4/29/26

The Art of Connection: Martha Bird’s Sculptural Basketry

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BetterWorld Partners: Growing with the Support of the MN PROMISE Act

Ayesha Furqan 4/15/26 Ayesha Furqan 4/15/26

BetterWorld Partners: Growing with the Support of the MN PROMISE Act

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Canine Inspired Change: How One Dog Makes a Difference

Ayesha Furqan 3/11/26 Ayesha Furqan 3/11/26

Canine Inspired Change: How One Dog Makes a Difference

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Monarch Montessori School: Nurturing Children, Supporting Families, Strengthening Community

Ayesha Furqan 3/11/26 Ayesha Furqan 3/11/26

Monarch Montessori School: Nurturing Children, Supporting Families, Strengthening Community

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Arcade Bar: A St. Paul Community Staple for Over 50 Years

Ayesha Furqan 2/3/26 Ayesha Furqan 2/3/26

Arcade Bar: A St. Paul Community Staple for Over 50 Years

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Creating Comfort Through Care: The Mission of Beyond Words Co.

Ayesha Furqan 1/29/26 Ayesha Furqan 1/29/26

Creating Comfort Through Care: The Mission of Beyond Words Co.

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Planting People Growing Justice

Olayinka Fadahunsi 1/16/26 Olayinka Fadahunsi 1/16/26

Planting People Growing Justice

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Lip Esteem: Beauty, Confidence, and Community Impact

Olayinka Fadahunsi 1/9/26 Olayinka Fadahunsi 1/9/26

Lip Esteem: Beauty, Confidence, and Community Impact

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Ayesha Furqan 11/5/25 Ayesha Furqan 11/5/25

Khoo Consulting: From Connection to Empowerment with the PROMISE Act Grant Support

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Get Gorgeous Salon & Spa: Building Beauty and Community in Rondo

Ayesha Furqan 10/29/25 Ayesha Furqan 10/29/25

Get Gorgeous Salon & Spa: Building Beauty and Community in Rondo

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Homi Restaurant: Serving Tradition and Giving Back

Ayesha Furqan 10/9/25 Ayesha Furqan 10/9/25

Homi Restaurant: Serving Tradition and Giving Back

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Haile Transportation: Driven By Purpose

Ayesha Furqan 10/9/25 Ayesha Furqan 10/9/25

Haile Transportation: Driven By Purpose

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Asian Flame Catering: A Story of Resilience and Community Care

Ayesha Furqan 10/9/25 Ayesha Furqan 10/9/25

Asian Flame Catering: A Story of Resilience and Community Care

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Dancing Forward: TU Dance Thrives with PROMISE Act Support

Ayesha Furqan 5/19/25 Ayesha Furqan 5/19/25

Dancing Forward: TU Dance Thrives with PROMISE Act Support

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Urban Undercover: Expanding Horizons with the MN PROMISE Act

Ayesha Furqan 2/11/25 Ayesha Furqan 2/11/25

Urban Undercover: Expanding Horizons with the MN PROMISE Act

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Empowering Communities: KAYD Foundation’s Journey with the MN PROMISE Act

Ayesha Furqan 3/11/19 Ayesha Furqan 3/11/19

Empowering Communities: KAYD Foundation’s Journey with the MN PROMISE Act

It all begins with an idea.

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