August means it’s time to get ready to head back to school in southwest Minnesota. Teachers are prepping classrooms and curriculum. Families are gathering school supplies. And our school foundation partners are getting ready to make an impact with grants supported by generous local donors.
Take a look behind the scenes with our partner the Hutchinson Independent School District #423 Foundation.
Archives for August 2025
Member Impact Fund invests in southwest Minnesota
Five of our community foundation partners received generous matching grants totaling $250,000 through a partnership between local financial institutions and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (FHLB Des Moines). This funding is part of a broader $20 million initiative aimed at strengthening affordable housing and community development efforts across Minnesota.
Local partnerships make waves in Balaton
This summer’s pier replacement at Lake Yankton is an outstanding example of how collaboration can turn challenges into success for rural communities. By combining resources, generosity, and a shared love for their town, the Balaton Area Community Foundation and its partners made sure summer fun could continue uninterrupted.
