Early this week, we said farewell to Program Officer Sara Carlson, who has accepted a new career opportunity as the first full-time exective director of the Willmar Area Community Foundation.
Archives for August 2013
Remembering a Philanthropic Champion
I/we recently lost a good friend, colleague, mentor and champion in our philanthropic industry. Ron McKinley died in a tragic accident earlier this summer. I attended his memorial service this
Beautiful Day in Benson
Our Board of Directors met Tuesday in Benson and what a beautiful day to visit this community. It certainly helped that we held the meeting at the Golf Club—it was
All Things Ag
This week marked the Southwest Initiative Foundation’s first year at Farmfest and what a “wow” it was to be involved. I’ve attended Farmfest many times, but it was so fun
Tune in to Pioneer Public Television
If you want to learn what our small communities can do to be more successful, you’ll want to tune in to your Pioneer Public Television station next week for Keys to
Southwest Minnesota Has It All
I’ve been traveling the back roads of southwest Minnesota. I love summer and enjoy how beautiful our region is, especially this time of year. And as always, I came back
