Steve Lear

From financial literacy to emotional intelligence, we need to truly transform how we prepare people for life. Take a look at our creative new development track.

Dreaming big gives us a sense of purpose and encourages us to invest in the future. The content in Aspirational Ideas does exactly that, describing bold initiatives and ambitious goals to help repair the world.

Broadcaster Stan Hustad interviewed Steve Lear to learn about his bold initiative to teach young people essential life skills.

If you have ever wondered why our youth are in crisis, you’ll want to read this book.

In a compelling episode of his New York Times podcast, Ezra Klein asks, “How should we educate our children if we don’t know what society will reward 15 years from now?”

Dan Senor has a rare gift: he translates complex geopolitical and Jewish communal issues into language real people can understand and act on. His insights don’t just inform; they inspire.

On May 5th, Kathy Kolbe passed away, leaving us an incredible legacy to carry on. My heart is heavy, and yet it feels full at the same time. Heavy with the sadness of loss, yet full of gratitude for having had the opportunity, over the past 25 years, to meet, interact with, and learn from her.

Generational insights on work, life, and everything in between

“Learn how digital connections are creating a meaningful sense of community.”

“I admit to being totally biased as Kim is one of my seven amazing children. So why am I promoting her business? Because she’s really good at what she does!

I have had the pleasure of knowing Dan Hiebert for nearly 20 years, but our collaboration truly deepened in 2022 when I began working with Julie Bunn (Executive Director of the Minnesota Council on Economic Education) on legislation aimed at requiring personal finance classes for high school graduation.

You don’t create constructive conflict with your friends; you create it with people you believe are your adversaries.

In 1993, Steve Lear and a few close friends climbed into a car and headed south to Iowa. They were on a volunteer mission to Des Moines, where severe flooding had caused $15 billion in damage.

Erin Werde invites you to take a journey of self-discovery! Learn why understanding your strengths is the key to unlocking your full potential and living a truly authentic life.

Both Paul Odegaard, a Philanthropic Advisor at The Minneapolis Foundation, and Steve Lear, a Financial Advisor, help clients with generosity planning. We asked them to share their definitions of generosity with us in the following reflection.