Case studies
3M and the University of Minnesota
Since making its first gift to the University of Minnesota more than 50 years ago, 3M has become one of the University's more generous and steadfast corporate partners in areas spanning talent development, joint research projects, K-12 STEM outreach, and so much more. Read more.
Polaris and the University of Minnesota
The partnership between Polaris and the University of Minnesota is based on innovation, equitable access to STEM, and community outreach. Areas of support span undergraduate scholarships, high school STEM programming, and ATV rider safety instruction. Read more.
Emergency support for families
Huntington National Bank is providing emergency financial assistance to families of pediatric patients with life-threatening diseases or mental health challenges being treated at the M Health Fairview Masonic Children’s Hospital. Read more.
New skills for a long-established industry
CHS is funding two UMN programs that offer expansive agricultural education and skills training across the spectrum of current and potential ag professionals: AgriCast and NXT GEN AG. Read more.
New product development course is a “win-win”
Guided by ETHICON R&D staff, a team of top UMN students from the College of Science and Engineering, the Carlson School of Management, and the College of Design worked for nine months on the development of a new device for treating a circulatory system disorder. Read more.
Early career experiences address inequities
With support from Target for the Get Ready Program, the College of Liberal Arts (CLA) is closing economic and access disparities through early career experiences while students are still in college. Read more.
25 years of heart innovations
Established in 1997 in collaboration with Medtronic, the Visible Heart® Laboratories (VHLs) are a premier place to perform translational systems physiology research. Read more.
Leading in compassionate care
A $25,000 grant from the Medica Foundation provided crucial funding to expand the Minnesota Prison Doula Project (MnPDP), which promotes health and provides parenting and pregnancy support to incarcerated pregnant people and parents in rural Minnesota. Read more.
New uses for common proteins
At the Plant Protein Innovation Center, Schwan's and other key corporate players work with University experts to move the food industry toward a better future, financially and ecologically. Read more.
'Champions at the highest level'
Huntington Bank's support for the on-campus home of Gopher Football and for Gopher Athletics overall has played a pivotal role in building a renowned athletic program. Read more.
A new Center for Antiracism Research for Health Equity
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota donated $5 million to establish a center to increase equity, transform communities, and create a healthier state. Read more.
Nurturing an interest in nature
H.B. Fuller employees made a significant impact on helping the Bell Museum launch their latest K-12 field trip program. Read more.
Volunteerism in service to racial equity
Medtronic volunteers helped advance Mapping Prejudice, a University project about the impact of racial covenants across the Twin Cities. Read more.
A tradition of helping at the Arboretum
Through shared time, expertise, Toro’s engagement has strengthened the vitality, sustainability, and safety of the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. Read more.
Brighter futures
The Best Buy Scholarship at the Carlson School of Management supports students pursuing tech-reliant careers in business. Read more.
Powerful partnership continues
In 2017, 3M made a generous five-year pledge of more than $8 million. See the many impacts of this gift in a short video. Read more.
Sustainable future
A gift from Ecolab gift has accelerated research into practices that ensure safe water, renewable energy, healthy landscapes, and sustainable food. Read more.
Supporting the next generation
A gift from Polaris will provide hands-on learning for future scientists, engineers, and potential Polaris employees. Read more.
Nutritious food, sustainable world
The Oat Global collaboration combines the U of M’s extensive plant sciences expertise with PepsiCo’s ability to put science into practice. Read more.
Investment in talent
Schwan's has made significant, long-term investments across the U, including women's leadership programs. Read more.
Driving life-changing discoveries
Boston Scientific invests in the U of M in ways that align with the company’s priorities and the U’s strengths. Read more.
Powerful partnership
3M is the U of M's top corporate investor, including $26 million as part of the Driven fundraising campaign the ended in 2021. Read more.