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A smiling woman sits on a colorful classroom rug with three young children in front of her, all looking at the camera. The classroom has kids furniture, toys, and educational posters on the walls.

June 18, 2024

Listening sessions for draft licensing standards for child care providers

Child Care Providers Listening Sessions Southwest Initiative Foundation (SWIF) invites southwest Minnesota child care providers, economic

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April 29, 2024

Building a thriving regional economy, together

Thriving Regional Economy We recently wrapped up our Small Business Lending Forums—three events focused on supporting small business growth in