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Building Resilient Communities

A group of people stand outdoors in front of green fields, smiling and talking together. One woman in a striped shirt stands at the center, appearing to lead or address the group.

February 27, 2026

Apply now for the 2026 Growing Local: Emerging Leaders cohort

Empower Your Leadership Journey Are you passionate about making a difference in your community, but need the tools and confidence to step into more

Filed Under: Building Resilient Communities Tagged With: Leadership

Two older adults sit on a bench swing facing a woman and a young child seated on another swing in a park, with trees, grass, and a playground in the background.

February 4, 2026

Small towns becoming more age friendly in southwest Minnesota

Support Healthy and Successful Aging When our communities have what they need to support older adults in healthy and successful aging, we’re one

Filed Under: Building Resilient Communities Tagged With: Grants

Event graphic with a blue and green compass design. Text reads “Navigating the Currents, Charting the Course.” Banner says “Join Us! April 15th Jackpot Junction Casino Resort.” Southwest Initiative Foundation logo in corner.

January 8, 2026

2nd Annual Navigating the Currents, Charting the Course Conference

You're invited! Southwest Minnesota nonprofit professionals and SWIF fund partner advisory board members are invited to join us for a day of

Filed Under: Building Resilient Communities Tagged With: Leadership, Nonprofit Support

Growing Local: Emerging Leaders graduates mingle at Little Theatre Auditorium.

November 4, 2025

2025 emerging leaders graduate

Visionary Leadership, Action, and Celebration In October, the 2025 Growing Local: Emerging Leaders cohort gathered for the sixth and final session

Filed Under: Building Resilient Communities Tagged With: Leadership

Trained volunteer leaders Elaine and Carolyn show off the back of their blue shirts.

September 30, 2025

Time to socialize and exercise at Winsted SAIL classes

SAIL Classes It’s 10 a.m. on a Friday, and Carolyn Barr is decked out in a bright blue and white T-shirt with matching striped headband. She’s

Filed Under: Building Resilient Communities Tagged With: Grants

Graphic with circle-shaped head shots of 2025 Growing Local: Emerging Leaders.

May 12, 2025

Meet the 2025 Growing Local: Emerging Leaders

Growing Local: Emerging Leaders The 2025 Growing Local: Emerging Leaders cohort is a dynamic group of individuals from across southwest Minnesota

Filed Under: Building Resilient Communities Tagged With: Leadership

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