We’re excited to recognize seven everyday champions whose compassion and contributions serve as the heartbeat of Minnesota communities.

Tonya Allen shares why strengthening democratic participation must be a priority every year.

Native Sun Community Power Development is among groups driving a new path toward Tribal sovereignty, an Indigenous-led energy revolution powering justice and jobs by deploying solar and electric vehicles across the Upper Midwest.

An artist and organizer, Ricardo Levins Morales creates art as a form of medicine to support healing from and resistance to oppression. His work is widely used by grassroots movements, organizations, and communities to motivate action and build resilience.