DEPOT FOUNDATION

Enjoy the Magic. Support the Spirit.

SPRING 2025 EXPRESSIONS NEWSLETTER

Who We Support

The Depot Foundation is dedicated to enhancing the arts, culture, and history of our beautiful Depot and the organizations within it. Established in 1979, we have provided over $7.6 million in funds to organizations in the Depot including the Duluth Superior Symphonic Orchestra, MN Ballet, and many more. Donations received directly help keep this building alive and promote the arts and culture within our community.

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Our Mission

The Depot Foundation is dedicated to preserving the St. Louis County Depot as a vibrant and welcoming forum for the arts, culture and history through managing and growing a permanent endowment.

Impact

Each year the Depot recognizes the best and brightest artists in our community through the Circle of Friends Celebration and Arts for All Scholarship. Click below to learn more about these programs.

Make A
Donation

The Depot Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization and donations are used to enhance the arts and maintain the beauty of the Depot and tenants within it. Click below to learn how to donate.

Our
History

The Depot Foundation was founded in 1979 as an entity to help preserve the iconic Depot in Duluth, MN and promote art and culture within its walls. The Depot Foundation has been a staple in the arts, culture, and historical community for over 40 years.

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Grant Recipients

Where Do Your Donations Go?

At the Depot Foundation, we are proud to host our own endowment. This endowment is then overseen by our board of directors who have a given amount they can allocate each year. Last year, the Depot Foundation was honored to provide over $350,000 in assistance to the St. Louis County Depot and organizations that make the Depot vibrant. To learn more please click the button below.

What We Stand For

Built By Community

Since 1979, $7.6 Million in funds have been given to help community organizations flourish in our beautiful town and surrounding areas.

Cultural Enrichment

The Depot Foundation proudly supports cultural enrichment locally and in surrounding areas.

Local
Artists

Art is at the forefront within the Depot Foundation and our organization has provided over 570 grants since 1979.

Connect With Us!

Contact with our team today to learn the full impact of your donations to the Depot Foundation. With 45 years of history, the Depot Foundation has been a staple in the Northland’s art and culture community and with your help, we can continue to prosper for years to come.

"The Depot Foundation, through its donors, has always been among our strongest supporters. Because of funding from the Depot Foundation we have new exhibits, restored equipment, better interpretation and a much richer guest/visitor experience."

"With 14 grants and over $450,000 over 13 years, the Depot Foundation helped the DAI support over 3,000 artists over 143 exhibitions. We appreciate the how the foundation helps pay artist’s stipends, gallery needs, and recently, scholarships for classes. Thank you donors!"

The Foundation has been there every step of the way to celebrate performances for out community inside the Depot’s many spaces. We are thrilled to have a partner such as the Foundation in this community.

The Depot Foundation has been Minnesota Ballet's steadfast partner for more than 40 years. Minnesota Ballet is so grateful for the Depot Foundation's commitment to preserving the Depot as a dynamic hub for the arts, culture and history.