The Blandin Foundation is an independent, private foundation based in Grand Rapids, Minnesota USA. We are guided by a trust established through the will of founder Charles K. Blandin, who passed away in 1958 following distinguished careers in education, publishing and paper-making.

Today, a board of trustees also steers the work of the Foundation. A staff of 26 professionals, based at the Foundation's offices in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, facilitates the work of the Foundation in three primary areas: grant-making, community leadership development and public policy initiatives.