The Curtis L. Carlson Foundation was established in 1950, by its founder, Curtis L. Carlson. Later, the name was changed to the Carlson Family Foundation to extend the entire family in the founders long-term philanthropic vision of giving back to the community which gave to him.
Through investments in education, mentoring, children and youth at risk, and youth mentoring, the Carlson Family Foundation actively participates in creating strong and healthy communities, and a competitive workforce.
... Carlson Family Foundation, a Minnesota-based philanthropic foundation that seeks to uplift youth through leadership, ... “The Carlson family is devoted to philanthropy and good causes, and...more
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