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Community Involvement

In 2023, the proceeds from our MRBA hosted events were designated to start an Education Fund at the Mankato Area Foundation supporting our area schools and our future workforce. The Foundation (MAF) is a 501c3 and is our fiscal agent for these two funds:

Scholarships for students in southern Minnesota who are looking to attend a post-secondary school for education in the trades or construction industries.

Grants supporting area high schools in southern Minnesota in relation to the construction and trades industries. Grants could support educators, tools, programs, etc.  We have 29 high schools in our 8-county area that will be eligible to apply for grants.

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Make a Donation

You can contribute and support our students and future workforce. Make a donation today!

MRBA Grant Fund

In addition, funds will also be used so the MRBA can provide educational materials and opportunities for students and parents to learn more about careers in the trades.

Our Giving History Since 1994

The MN River Builders Association has donated more than $258,000 to local Charities and Associations— though we are a Non-Profit Corporation. Just Another Reason to be Proud to be a Member of the MRBA!

MRBA Education Fund

$11,000 in grants to school

$2,000 in student scholarships

Raw Fusion: $196,000 

Habitat for Humanity (2011, 2012) $6,000

MN Valley Action Council (2013): $7,500

Backpack Food Program (2014): $12,000

Partner for Affordable Housing (2015): $17,500

One Bright Star (2016): $20,000

Greater Mankato Area United Way (2017): $28,500

Mankato Education Foundation (2018): $33,000

Jonathan Zierdt Foundation (2019): $40,000

MN Valley Action Council (2021): $11,500

MRBA Education Fund (2023): $20,000

March of Dimes Chefs Auction: $5,600

2008 Playhouse earned $1,850

2012 Playhouse earned $3,750

Habitat for Humanity: $16,000+

$9,000 from Tour of Homes

$1,100 from Golf Tournament

$6,000 from Raw Fusion

MRBA Dream Home Program: $20,870

Huricane Katrina Relief: $4,000

Partners for Affordable Housing: $3,500

SMILES Center for Independent Living: $3,500

Alzheimer's Association: $3,000

ISJ Hospice: $2,500

Habitat for Humanity (included in Habitat total above): $2,000

United Fund of Garden City: $1,200

Young Life: $1,170

MSU Construction Management Department

$13,000

Get in Touch
With Us

Reach out to us for inquiries, membership details, or any assistance you may need. We are here to support your professional growth and business success.

Contact Us

PO Box 908

Mankato, MN 56002

507-625-7138

Kaaren Grabianowski

Executive Director

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