Patrick Costello of Lakefield was recently recognized as the 2016 Southwest Initiative Foundation Award Recipient. This award honors individuals who personify the foundation’s mission to be a catalyst, facilitating opportunities
Archives for May 2016
Photo Contest Gallery
We asked for photographs that capture the spirit, beauty and diversity of southwest Minnesota as a way to celebrate Southwest Initiative Foundation’s 30th anniversary. A total of 32 professional and amateur photographers with a southwest Minnesota connection
Board of Directors Celebrate Milestone
Southwest Initiative Foundation’s volunteer Board of Directors is made up of people who care deeply about southwest Minnesota and have a vested interest in our future. Our 12-person board represents
Former Board Members Thanked for Years of Leadership
Dozens of southwest Minnesota leaders have given their time and talent to serve on Southwest Initiative Foundation’s Board of Directors during our 30-year history. We’re grateful for their vision, leadership, expertise
30 for 30 Recognition
We’ve been recognizing many for their role in our 30-year history–along with the remarkable people who will lead our region into the next 30 years. For this special anniversary, foundation leaders
Staff Gives Back
Southwest Initiative Foundation staff celebrated giving back as we helped build a Habitat for Humanity house to support a family in our headquarter community of Hutchinson. This volunteer day marks
