M State Foundation and Alumni

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Welcome to the M State Foundation, where we ignite the spark of potential in every student! Our mission is to empower and uplift students throughout their educational experience here, ensuring they have the tools and support to soar to new heights.

With a rock-solid commitment to student success, M State Foundation works to ensure we offer essential resources tailored to the diverse needs of our students. Many M State students face significant challenges, including balancing financial pressures, time constraints, family responsibilities, and work commitments.

With the right support, they can overcome these hurdles and succeed. Through life-changing scholarships and initiatives like the Promise Fund, M State Foundation works to break down barriers like financial hardship and food insecurity, paving the way for every student to achieve their dreams and thrive both academically and personally.

In today’s rapidly evolving economy, a technical college education is more crucial than ever. Your support will help ensure future graduates are job-ready, adaptable, resilient and ready to live fuller lives and build stronger, more vibrant communities.

Join us in our passionate mission to create a brighter, more promising future for all students at M State! Your generous donation will make a difference.

Meet Morris

"It has always been my dream to start my own business, and the lessons I’m learning at M State inspire me, opening my mind and giving me more knowledge about the different aspects of business."

Read Morris's story

Promise Fund

The Promise Fund supports students who face unexpected financial hardships that could derail their education. By helping cover rent, groceries, car repair emergencies, and more, the fund empowers students to focus on school with less financial stress. Your support for the Promise Fund means setbacks don't have to stop M State students from succeeding, thriving and building a brighter future.

Support the Promise Fund

Campus Cupboard

M State Campus Cupboard: a dedicated space on each campus providing healthy food in an atmosphere of community and encouragement. Without the distraction of food insecurity, students are better equipped to focus on their studies and excel, whether grabbing a quick snack between classes or stocking up for the week. Your gift will help ensure that no M State student need go hungry.

Support Campus Cupboard

April 3, 2025 | Detroit Lakes, Minn.

Help support M State student scholarships at Pint Night! M State Foundation and Alumni will host a pint night from 5:30-7:30 p.m. April 3 at Bucks Mill Brewing, 824 Washington Ave., Detroit Lakes, Minn. $1.50 for each beer sold goes to the M State Foundation, with proceeds benefiting the Alumni Scholarship Fund. Enjoy light appetizers and a chance to win M State swag!

For more information, email M State Executive Director of Advancement and Corporate Engagement LeAnn Mouw.