Supporting Korean Institute ofr Minnesota (KIM)

The Korean Institute of Minnesota (KIM) has been in existence since 1975. It is one of the oldest Korean educational organizations in the nation.

The origins of KIM came from the needs of Korean American immigrants. In the early 1970's an influx of Korean immigrants settled in Minnesota. Many came for educational and professional development. The overall population of Asian communities was small at this time, and the Korean community established KIM to preserve Korean culture and language for future generations.

The Korean Institute of Minnesota is a unique and valued organization. The symbiotic relationship between the Korean adopted community and the Korean American community has been nurtured and sustained. The common bond for these two communities is their investment in their youth and wish for Korean cultural heritage to be passed on and shared. It is also a place for adoptive families to expand their relationships with one another.

Korean Institute of Minnesota recently partnered with GiveMN.org, a new online giving marketplace that connects potential donors with Minnesota nonprofits. In an effort to increase awareness of the website, funders are sponsoring Give to the Max Day.

Starting at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, November 17, donations to Korean Institute of Minnesota at GiveMN.org will be eligible for a portion of a $500,000 matching fund. As an added bonus, credit card and other fees will also be paid by the site benefactors, so 100 percent of your contribution will go to the work of the Korean Institute of Minnesota,

All you have to do is just to type GiveMN.org and to click on the donate button to start your donation.

Please help spread the word about this unique giving opportunity. And thanks for your support.