Airport Foundation MSP

Airport Foundation MSP To elevate the travel experience and support the aviation community ✈️😁 Paul International Airport (MSP).

The Airport Foundation MSP is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based out of the Minneapolis-St. The Foundation dedicates itself to enhancing the experience and exceeding the expectations of travelers at MSP Airport, as well as supporting the airport and broader aviation community. The Foundation's Travelers Assistance program has become a model for airports around the world and has helped to ran

k the MSP Airport as one of the top airports in North America. Hundreds of highly trained volunteers assist over two million travelers annually with information, way-finding, and a variety of special services. Also, in partnership with the Metropolitan Airports Commission, the Foundation's Arts@MSP program is dedicated to enhancing the image of the MSP Airport, enriching the public’s experience and promoting a sense of place through arts and culture. Arts@MSP showcases murals, sculptures, community exhibits, rotating art exhibitions, and musical and theatrical performances. Other worthy projects include airport beautification efforts such as designed floor mosaics, plants and flower baskets and children’s play areas. The Airport Foundation MSP offers unique and rewarding volunteer experiences in a variety of roles including customer service, animal ambassadors and helpers, arts and culture and more! To learn more about becoming an Airport Foundation MSP Volunteer, please visit airportfoundation.org.

✨ September Volunteer Spotlight ✨Meet Art Didrikson, a dedicated volunteer with the Airport Foundation MSP for 7 years! ...
09/02/2026

✨ September Volunteer Spotlight ✨

Meet Art Didrikson, a dedicated volunteer with the Airport Foundation MSP for 7 years! Art normally serves as a Central Assistant from 12–4 p.m., staying connected to the airline industry he loves while helping travelers alonMeet Art Didrikson, a dedicated volunteer with the Airport Foundation MSP for 7 years! Art normally serves as a Central Assistant from 12–4 p.m., staying connected to the airline industry he loves while helping travelers alon the way.

Art’s favorite part?
"Being able to offer a 'helping' hand to travelers. I have always said that as a Volunteer you can do the littlest thing to assist a traveler, and it can be so appreciated. I always enjoy it when I offer suggestions, and later a traveler will stop back and personally thank me."

Thinking about volunteering? Art says it’s flexible, meaningful, and a place where you always feel appreciated.

Thank you, Art, for everything you bring to MSP! 💙✈️

Interested in joining the team? Visit our website to learn more!
https://www.airportfoundation.org/volunteer-programs

Congratulations to John Perendy on receiving an MSP Nice award! ⭐A traveler wrote, "I was completely turned around after...
09/01/2026

Congratulations to John Perendy on receiving an MSP Nice award! ⭐

A traveler wrote, "I was completely turned around after my boyfriend asked me to see him off at his gate in Terminal 1 before heading to my own gate in Terminal 2. As a first-time traveler at MSP, I quickly lost my sense of direction. Thankfully, I came across John at an information desk, and he went above and beyond by personally escorting me to exactly where I needed to be. Travel can be stressful but John brought kindness, knowledge, and a calm presence that made all the difference. I am truly gratful for his help and want to ensure he recieves the recognition he deserves. Thank you, John, for your exceptional service. Your kindness made a bigger impact on my day than you may ever realize."

The Customer Service Action Council at the MSP Airport presents the MSP Nice Awards in recognition of outstanding customer service delivered by the Award recipients, as reported by travelers. Travelers typically email or call to acknowledge good deeds done by employees and volunteers. The MSP Nice Awards are presented to honorees representing all facets of Customer Service at the MSP Airport.

Thank you for all you do, John! 😁

Happy National Dog Day! 🐾💙Our Animal Ambassadors are pawsitively the best at bringing comfort, calm, and a whole lot of ...
08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day! 🐾💙

Our Animal Ambassadors are pawsitively the best at bringing comfort, calm, and a whole lot of adorable to MSP Airport. ✈️🐶

Fetch more info about the program and meet the whole crew on our website!
🔗 https://www.airportfoundation.org/about-animal-ambassadors

Meet our August Animal Ambassador spotlight, Jasper! 🐾✨Jasper, a gentle English Creme Retriever, is known for carrying h...
08/19/2026

Meet our August Animal Ambassador spotlight, Jasper! 🐾✨

Jasper, a gentle English Creme Retriever, is known for carrying his beloved stuffed toys everywhere he goes but never tearing them apart, just proudly showing them off. Each year, he receives a new favorite during his visits at Shriner’s Children’s, and it becomes his constant companion until the next one comes along.

Scott and Jasper have been volunteering as an Animal Ambassador team since the summer of 2021, shortly after the airport reopened post‑Covid. As a private pilot, Scott has always felt at home in aviation, making the airport the perfect place to share comfort, connection, and a little joy with travelers.

Thank you Scott and Jasper! 🐶

Interested in joining our Animal Ambassador program?
Visit: https://www.airportfoundation.org/about-animal-ambassadors

Looking for a fun and unique way to volunteer? Come join us at Airport Foundation MSP!Help welcome travelers and share a...
08/13/2026

Looking for a fun and unique way to volunteer? Come join us at Airport Foundation MSP!

Help welcome travelers and share a little Minnesota Nice 😁 We’ve got opportunities at our information booths, as Go Guides, in Meet & Assist services, and even with our Animal Ambassador therapy pets. Check out our website to learn more and get involved!

🔗 https://www.airportfoundation.org/volunteer-programs

Today wraps up Mall of America's summer activation and SpongeBob’s return to MSP! The “Visit the Great Indoors” campaign...
08/06/2026

Today wraps up Mall of America's summer activation and SpongeBob’s return to MSP! The “Visit the Great Indoors” campaign brought cool air, fun goodies, and Nickelodeon Universe perks to Terminal 1, all thanks to our partnership program! 🤩

Make sure to check out their space if you are arriving at MSP today and get some Mall of America goodies!

https://www.mallofamerica.com/

All registration to attend the State of the Airport Event is now open! ✈️Join us on October 1st, 2026, for the State of ...
08/05/2026

All registration to attend the State of the Airport Event is now open! ✈️

Join us on October 1st, 2026, for the State of the Airport Luncheon, a signature event that convenes over 600 business and civic leaders to explore the future of air travel and hear the latest updates from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), one of the region’s most powerful economic engines. Speakers include MAC CEO and Executive Director Brian Ryks along with special guest and keynote speaker, Gregory Anderson, CEO of Allegiant.

📅 Event Date: October 1st, 2026
📍 Location: InterContinental Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport
🔗 Attend the event: https://givebutter.com/state-of-the-airport-luncheon-2026-mvowkr

We had such a great time at Night to Unite! Kay and Sadie loved showing everyone what makes being a therapy animal at MS...
08/04/2026

We had such a great time at Night to Unite! Kay and Sadie loved showing everyone what makes being a therapy animal at MSP so special. ⭐️

The event was filled with safety info, giveaways, fun activities and since it is National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day, plenty of cookies! 🍪

We love our Airport community! 💚

Meet our August Volunteer of the Month: Janice Austad! ✨For 13 years, Janice has been one of the friendly faces greeting...
08/03/2026

Meet our August Volunteer of the Month: Janice Austad! ✨

For 13 years, Janice has been one of the friendly faces greeting travelers at our Mall South and A/B booths. She first discovered the Airport Foundation MSP through an ad to “share some Minnesota nice” and she’s been doing exactly that ever since.

Janice loves the wide range of people she meets at MSP. Vacationers buzzing with excitement, professionals on a tight schedule, families navigating tough moments; everyone brings a story.

Her advice to anyone thinking about joining our volunteer team:
“It is an awesome place to volunteer. Every now and then you get to really help someone have a better day and that feels great.”

Janice, thank you for every smile, every moment of kindness, and every traveler you’ve helped along the way. ✈️💚

Want to volunteer with us? Learn more here: https://www.airportfoundation.org/volunteer-programs 🔗

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4300 Glumack Drive
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