Jeff leads and implements the foundation’s development work focused on local community foundation partners and donor-driven generosity within a community foundation setting. Jeff loves how brings people together to make
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Jenelle Stiras
The strong sense of community in southwest Minnesota is what Jenelle loves most about the region. People look out for one another, and there’s a genuine spirit of connection and
Margie Nelsen
A Hutchinson native, Margie received a bachelor’s degree from Mankato State University and is completing a master’s in accounting and financial management at Keller Graduate School of Management. She is
Kim Morrow
Kim has a passion for helping others and enjoys connecting with our SWIF family and friends through her daily work. She graduated from St. Cloud Area Vocational-Technical Institute and first
Scott Marquardt, CEcD
Scott’s professional career has been focused on rural community vitality and economic mobility. Since joining Southwest Initiative Foundation in 2007, he has managed the business finance, entrepreneurship, child care, career
Missy Maiers
Missy leads the foundation’s talent management, human resources, operations, facilities, communications, and technology functions. She’s inspired by Southwest Initiative Foundation’s mission to support child care solutions, business development, economic growth,
