Pollen Midwest

Pollen Midwest is a media arts organization based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Founded with a mission to foster empathy, connection, and meaningful action, Pollen Midwest employs 10 individuals and generates approximately $2.5 million in annual revenue. Through its website and events, Pollen Midwest shares stories aimed at changing narratives for the better. Pollen Studio, the organization's social enterprise, leverages narrative expertise to assist mission-driven organizations in crafting compelling and engaging stories. Driven by a commitment to equity, empathy, and shared humanity, Pollen Midwest's leadership comprises individuals who identify as Black, Indigenous, People of Color, women, trans, and gender nonconforming. The organization seeks to explore complex societal issues, including human rights, racial justice, economic liberation, art activism, and systemic inequities. For more information, visit Pollen Midwest's website at pollenmidwest.org.