Grants

The Southwest Minnesota Foundation granted over $1.3 million to 140 projects in 2005. Of that total, $67,000 was granted by the Foundation's component funds.  These dollars were investments in the people and communities of southwest Minnesota. Grants were awarded to projects that promote productive aging, promote inclusive communities, connect youth and communities, promote economic advancement, and promote philanthropy.

The Foundation provided leadership and resources to many proactive initiatives in 2005, such as the Early Childhood Initiative, Fatherhood Network, Child Guide, Parish Nursing, Intergenerational Initiative, the Nonprofit Institute and Technical Assistance Program, and Economic Advancement.

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