Together we thrive in southwest Minnesota
For nearly 40 years, we’ve been listening to what matters most to southwest Minnesota. Through giving, economic development and community impact, we’re becoming a region where all people thrive.
We are a community of people who are passionate about making a difference in southwest Minnesota.
We are driven to innovate and find new ways to solve problems. We are generous with our time, our resources and our knowledge. And we are committed to building a vibrant region where everyone feels like they belong.
$58.7 million
in grants
$62.5 million
in loans
Where are they now? Southwest Minnesota Initiators Fellows
Are you ready to turn your passion for social change into a thriving enterprise? The Initiators Fellowship is here to help you. We’ve gathered stories from our southwest Minnesota Initiators Fellows past and present to give you an idea of where the fellowship could take you!
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Grants benefit local libraries in southwest Minnesota
Many of our local community foundation partners make grants to benefit libraries in southwest Minnesota, supporting a variety of projects. Thanks to funding from the Hutchinson Area Community Foundation and the Friends of the Library, the Hutchinson Public Library was able to purchase 12 custom-built children’s picture book bins.
Keep Reading Grants benefit local libraries in southwest Minnesota
Falls Boutique has what it takes to be a successful small business in rural Minnesota
When Falls Boutique opened, the focus was more on clothing. But shoppers gravitated toward gifts and home essentials like detergent and hand soap. Some items are still for fun: The store sells just as many Christmas ornaments throughout the year as it does in December.
Keep Reading Falls Boutique has what it takes to be a successful small business in rural Minnesota
Our work can look different from one program, partnership or place to another. Our values guide our work and ensure we bring the same care and commitment everywhere we show up.
