Our vision is a southwest Minnesota where all people thrive. This can’t be realized while fear and hatred persist. We are alarmed and saddened by the presence of hate groups
Archives for 2020
Protected: Building Vibrant and Welcoming Communities: Anti-hate Awareness and Action Forum
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New Hutchinson store is a place for ‘happiness, fun and memories’
HUTCHINSON, Minn. – Chris Brecht and Mary Kay Doering have opened Act Your Age in the Hutchinson Mall with help from the Southwest Initiative Foundation’s (SWIF) Microenterprise Loan Program. It’s a store for the young and the
2020 holiday office hours at the foundation
Happy holidays! This year has sparked reflection, learning and change in our region and around the world. Thank you to our donors, partners and friends for coming alongside us in
New owner takes the reins of ReactorPanel Saddle Company
FAIRFAX, Minn. – Dana Gasner has purchased the ReactorPanel Saddle Company with help from Southwest Initiative Foundation’s (SWIF) Microenterprise Loan Program. The company sells high quality, adjustable saddles for equestrian
Understanding the role of local government in racial equity
Last year, Southwest Initiative Foundation (SWIF) recruited communities from our region to be part of a pilot program for advancing race equity. City administration, elected officials, educators and school staff