Thriving Regional Economy We recently wrapped up our Small Business Lending Forums—three events focused on supporting small business growth in
Archives for April 2024
Kids First Conference champions child care providers
Kids First Conference Life for working families wouldn't be the same without our amazing child care providers in southwest Minnesota. They take
Five ways to appreciate child care providers
Child Care Provider Appreciation Want to know how important child care providers are in southwest Minnesota? Ask a working family or a local
Olivia Floral, Gift and Garden Center set to grow
Olivia Floral, Gift and Garden Center set to grow in new ways Local entrepreneur benefits from Southwest Initiative Foundation loan
Balaton Area Community Foundation grants pass $200,000 mark
Balaton Area Community Foundation Grants Our affiliate partner the Balaton Area Community Foundation (BACF) has passed the $200,000 mark in total
Responding to the closure of our local newspapers
Local Newspapers Closures The sudden closure of local newspapers in Hutchinson and Litchfield is a significant loss for our communities, and