Best State To Raise a Family
(WalletHub, 1st in 2020; 2nd in 2021)
11 Jul 2025
News
We hope all of you had a safe and enjoyable Independence Day holiday. This week is an important one for the Chamber as we start our annual celebration of manufacturers and innovators through our Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota contest.
That’s right – nominations are open this week for the Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota, and we’re excited to bring this program forward. Many times, we overlook the fact that Minnesota is a manufacturing state, with amazing products being created every day, all around the state. It’s time we celebrate their great innovations and products through this important program.
Best State To Raise a Family
(WalletHub, 1st in 2020; 2nd in 2021)
in Voter Participation
(U.S. Elections Project, 2020)
Best State for Women and for Working Moms and Dads
(Wallethub, 2020)
in Volunteering
(Corporation for National and Community Service)
in Child Well-Being
(Kids Count Report, 2021)
in Healthy People
(2021 Camelot Index)