2026 Minnesota Keystone Honored Company

2026 Honored Company Application
The Minnesota Keystone Committee will recognize three businesses that have done extraordinary work to make a difference within their community.

For 50 years, the Minnesota Keystone Program has honored companies across Minnesota that give back significantly to their communities through volunteer time, in-kind donations, cash contributions, and allocation of business resources for good. What began as a recognition effort in 1976 has grown into a statewide celebration of corporate generosity, one that continues to evolve alongside the companies it honors.

Each year, three companies are chosen from the ranks of Minnesota Keystone members to be honored for their exceptional giving programs. One honoree is selected from each of three categories based on business size: small, medium, and large. These honored companies stand out for the depth and creativity of their giving, and serve as a model for others to follow.

ANY CURRENT MINNESOTA KEYSTONE MEMBER COMPANY IS ELIGBLE TO APPLY.

All 3 winners will be honored at the annual Minnesota Keystone Celebration on December 11th.

Application Process and Deadline
To apply for the 2026 Minnesota Keystone Honored Company Award, complete the below application.

Application Deadline is Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 11:59 P.M. CST. Applications will be thoroughly reviewed by our Keystone Committee and selections will be made by October 15th, 2026.
Company Name
Company's Highest Executive
(Name, Title)
Company Website
Application Contact

First NameLast Name
Contact's Title
Contact's Phone
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Contact's E-mail
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
How many employees does your company have?
How long has your company had a giving program?
Years of participation in Minnesota Keystone Program: (If uncertain, give best estimate)
What is your current giving level?

Other
Has your company been selected as an honored company previously?
If yes, when?
In 200 words or less, please describe your business, including your business history, business mission statement and what products/services you provide. By submitting this business profile, you authorize its use in future marketing initiatives associated.

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The Minnesota Keystone Committee will review the responses below and assign an overall score out of 100 points to determine this year's honorees.
1. Please describe how your organization supports the community through corporate giving. Include details about activities, programs and donations. Please note whether and how your giving program extends beyond Minnesota if applicable. (15 Points Possible)
2. How do your employees participate in and inform your corporate giving program. Please include participation rates, time invested and details about volunteer activities. (15 Points Possible)
3. What impact has your corporate giving program had on the community and your employees? Please describe program outcomes and impacts. These can be both internal and external including awards and recognition. (25 Points Possible)
4. How does your corporate giving program reflect your mission, vision and core values? (15 Points Possible)
5. Please share the origin and evolution of your corporate giving program. (15 Points Possible)
6. Beyond cash donations, volunteer time and in-kind gifts, how does your company leverage its core business resources (products, services, expertise, facilities, technology or platform) to benefit the community? (15 points possible)
Optional: In addition to the information contained in this application, you may also attach one supplemental item, such as flier or brochure, detailing your company and/or company’s giving program. The supplement should be in PDF format and be no greater than 7 MB in size. Please do not submit videos.

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2026 Honored Company Application

The Minnesota Keystone Committee will review the responses below and assign an overall score out of 100 points to determine this year's honorees.