Few things are as inspiring as seeing something real blossom from the seeds of an idea. Our December 15 Grow Our Summit was the largest event ever put together by
Archives for January 2017
A Passionate Advocate
Greg Raymo retires from Southwest Initiative Foundation Board of Directors Throughout his four years of service on the Southwest Initiative Foundation Board of Directors, Greg Raymo has been a passionate
A Legacy in Philanthropy
As 2016 came to a close, a transition at the Southwest Initiative Foundation was underway with Bob Golberg preparing for his retirement. Bob joined our staff in 2012 as Legacy
SWIF’s Guiding Light
If you come to SWIF wanting to start a business, chances are you’ll talk to Berny Berger. Since her hiring in 1998, she’s been working with entrepreneurs and go-getters to
Bright Beginnings child care loan program
Child care in southwest Minnesota is in high demand, with an estimated 3,000 kids who lack access to quality, affordable care. In rural areas, it isn’t unusual for a parent to
