Cook County Community Fund

08/20/2026

Another fabulous Dockside concert on a perfect North Shore evening. “Bad Bad Hat” had people jumping up to dance in front of the stage—Such a fun community event. Thanks to all who helped make this a great evening.

08/13/2026

Another wonderful Wednesday evening Dockside concert in the North House Folk School Commons. The Cook County Community Fund was happy to help support this community concert event in Grand Marais.

08/06/2026

A wonderful outdoor concert last night. The Cook County Community Fund was pleased to help support this free music series for our community. Many thanks to all those who helped bring this production to Cook County.

08/06/2026

The Cook County Community Fund was pleased to help fund these Dockside free community concerts. Don’t miss the next 2 Wednesdays for wonderful concerts!

The inaugural Dockside Session is today, Wednesday, August 5th at the North House Commons at 7:30 p.m. with Minneapolis singer-songwriter Chastity Brown. Bring a chair and enjoy this free, outdoor concert brought to you by the North Shore Music Association, North House Folk School, and WTIP.

Image courtesy of North House Folk School

07/08/2026

What does it mean to leave a legacy in Cook County?

Legacy giving through the Cook County Community Fund is a way to care for the place you love, now and for generations to come. In this video, we share how planned gifts, bequests, and endowed funds help support local nonprofits, respond to changing community needs, and ensure Cook County remains a place where people can thrive.

Whether you’re just beginning to think about your legacy or already working with an advisor, the Cook County Community Fund offers a trusted, flexible way to give back—rooted in place, guided by community, and built to last.

Learn more about legacy giving and how your values can shape the future of Cook County:

What does it mean to leave a legacy in Cook County?Legacy giving ...

05/08/2026

One of the wonderful nonprofits we were able to help support with our 2026 grant cycle.

05/07/2026

A great time connecting with so many wonderful hard working nonprofit folks of Cook County. Thank you to Boreal Waters Community Foundation for partnering with the Cook County Community Fund to host this event.

05/05/2026

Reminder - tomorrow 5/6 Cook County Non profit social gathering at Up Yonder. Hope to see you there.

Join us in Cook County!

Along with our friends at Cook County Community Fund, we're hosting a relaxed nonprofit social and you’re invited.

🗓 Wednesday, May 6 | 4:00–6:00 PM
📍Up Yonder , Grand Marais

Here’s what to expect:
• A complimentary drink (on us!)
• Appetizers provided by the Cook County Community Fund
• Good conversation with peers from across the region
• Time to connect with Boreal Waters staff + local advisory committee members

👉 Please RSVP to help us plan: https://dsacf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create?event_date_id=3376

Drop in when you can, stay as long as you’d like. Bring a friend, or your whole team.

Because when we’re connected, we’re stronger. We hope to see you there!

04/22/2026

Cook county nonprofits …. May 6, come join us

Join us in Cook County!

Along with our friends at Cook County Community Fund, we're hosting a relaxed nonprofit social and you’re invited.

🗓 Wednesday, May 6 | 4:00–6:00 PM
📍Up Yonder , Grand Marais

Here’s what to expect:
• A complimentary drink (on us!)
• Appetizers provided by the Cook County Community Fund
• Good conversation with peers from across the region
• Time to connect with Boreal Waters staff + local advisory committee members

👉 Please RSVP to help us plan: https://dsacf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create?event_date_id=3376

Drop in when you can, stay as long as you’d like. Bring a friend, or your whole team.

Because when we’re connected, we’re stronger. We hope to see you there!

04/21/2026

A community-led project near you just received funding 💛

This spring, 88 organizations across northeastern Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin were awarded grants to support work like youth programs, food access, the arts, housing, and community connection.

A significant portion of this funding was guided by our regional affiliate community funds:
• Cook County Community Fund — $50,235 awarded
• Eveleth Community Foundation — $27,348 awarded
• South Shore Community Fund — $180,174 awarded
• Two Harbors Area Fund — $92,966 awarded

These decisions weren’t made somewhere far away. They were made by local volunteers who live in these communities and understand what’s needed most.

🔗 Read the full story + explore the Spring 2026 grant awards:
https://www.borealwaters.org/stories/spring-grant-awards-2026