October 2024

Compass Insights

What recent voter trends tell us about Minnesota's 2024 election

What can Minnesota voter turnout data from the 2000s tell us about the coming presidential election in our state? Compass researcher Megan Chmielewski shares nine voter trends to watch.

Read Megan's article on Minnesota's voter turnout.

Compass Quiz

What percentage of Minnesota's young adults (18-34) voted in the 2020 presidential election?

Events

Social at Summit, 5-7 PM, Nov. 19

Join us for a casual gathering for Wilder Research friends, clients, and community partners at Summit Brewing in St. Paul!

Minnesota Compass Project Director Allison Liuzzi will share some of the latest data and insights, including a first look at public safety key measures and findings.
Explore the Minnesota Compass website, with staff as your guide.
Chat with our experts about all things research and evaluation.

Space is limited. Register by Friday, Nov. 16 at wilder.org/social-summit.

Build Your Evaluation Skills training series

Wilder Research is once again offering workshops on how to improve your evaluation skills with new techniques, tools, and insights.

Trauma-Informed Evaluation Nov. 12, 1-3 PM
Using Data for Program Enhancement, Community Planning, and Advocacy Jan. 23, 1-3 PM
Reimagining Research Products: Innovative Approaches for Evaluation Feb. 18, 1-3 PM

Each session is $100. Learn more about the series and register at wilder.org/events.

Compass in the Media

Billionaire Mackenzie Scott gives $1.5M to Native wealth-building nonprofit

A recent StarTribune article used Minnesota Compass data to illuminate the homeownership gap: "Minnesota’s vast homeownership gap particularly impacts Native Minnesotans. Just 47% of American Indians own their home in Minnesota, compared to 77% of white households, according to 2023 Minnesota Compass data." The article shared that the Minneapolis-based Mni Sota Fund received a generous donation from philanthropist Mackenzie Scott. The fund provides financial planning education and mortgage lending to first-time Native homebuyers. See the data. Read the article.

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Did you know Minnesota Compass staff provide the following?

Data and analysis: Minnesota Compass researchers can work with you and your organization to compile, analyze, and interpret data as you plan for the future, set policy, and ensure effective use of resources for generations to come.

Training and workshops: Minnesota Compass staff provide virtual and in-person training and workshops tailored to your needs. We'll help your organization use credible data to measure and increase impact.

Have a conversation with us about working together. Contact Sheri Holm at sheri.holm@wilder.org.

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