Farm kids learn valuable lessons from a young age. Early mornings, late nights and tough years build hard work and discipline. Caring for animals means focusing on the needs of
Archives for July 2017
Community foundation helps Meeker residents weather the storm
One year ago, on July 11, 2016, tornadoes tore through Watkins and northwest Litchfield, leaving destruction in their wake. Meeker County Chief Deputy Dan Miller told the St. Cloud Times
Shrimp produce new possibilities
Farmfest highlights the incredible opportunities for us to work together as families, businesses, organizations and communities to keep our rural areas going and growing. These opportunities can take surprising forms,
Unique house opens doors to seniors in Luverne
Mandy and Jason Brecher will soon open the doors at Oasis Care Home, a house in Luverne where seniors can live and receive skilled nursing assistance. Loan assistance from the
Transitioning the family farm
By Liz Cheney, CFRE, Community Philanthropy Director Located in the heart of our southwest Minnesota region near Redwood Falls, Farmfest offers an opportunity to network and learn. One of the
Terry Gaalswyk Elected to Board of Directors
HUTCHINSON, Minn.—Terry Gaalswyk of Worthington was recently elected to the Southwest Initiative Foundation (SWIF) Board of Directors. Gaalswyk is president of Minnesota West Community and Technical College, with campuses in
