Minnesotans for the American Community Survey

Minnesotans for the American Community Survey (MACS) strives to increase civic awareness, support, and participation in accurate census data, which is essential for informed decision-making in all sectors to help improve economic and community vitality for all Minnesotans. Propel Nonprofits is the 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor for MACS.

Why is this important? 

More than $34B in federal funding is allocated to the state of Minnesota annually based on Census/American Community Survey data. This includes funding for programs and departments such as Medicare/Medicaid, the MN Department of Transportation, the Small Business Association, and free/reduced school lunches.

In 2021, Minnesota maintained our 8th congressional seat by just 26 people based on our 2020 census count. This allows more Minnesota voices to be heard as well as helps to direct more resources to our state.

Please support MACS as we transform from an all volunteer organization to a formal non profit. Your financial support will allow us to leverage capacity as we build a state-wide coalition to better educate and engage Minnesotans around this important issue. Thank you!