Give to the Max – A Unique Minnesota Tradition

In this heartfelt and enlightening episode of the Inner Circle Podcast, host Abe Kamara is joined in studio by his ever-reliable and passionate co-host, Ms. B, as they dive into the powerful legacy of Give to the Max Day — Minnesota’s statewide day of generosity that began in 2009 and continues to uplift communities across the state.With her deep nonprofit background and role as co-head of ACER, Ms. B brings unique insights into the needs, challenges, and opportunities faced by grassroots organizations — especially those serving immigrant and BIPOC communities. Together, she and Abe reflect on Minnesota's incredible culture of giving and community care.Abe celebrates Minnesota as “the nicest state in the union,” and even jokes that Explore Minnesota should put him on payroll for all the love and promotion he gives on the podcast! But behind the laughter is a serious call to action: support the causes you believe in, and if you lead a nonprofit — especially in the African immigrant community — make it a priority to participate in Give to the Max Day in the future.Ms. B reminds us that while there are around 40,000 nonprofits in Minnesota, only about 6,400 participated in GTMD 2024 — a gap that calls for more awareness, engagement, and representation.Whether you're a donor, a nonprofit leader, or a curious listener, this episode is a timely reminder that every dollar matters, and that generosity — no matter how small — builds stronger communities.Amplify. Empower. Elevate.