Building Resilient Communities

A group of people stand in an office holding a large check for $40,000 made out to the Pipestone Area Community Foundation. An American flag stands in the corner and a tree mural decorates the wall behind them.

September 24, 2026

For the Love of Rural: Pipestone Area Community Foundation

Since 1999, the Pipestone Area Community Foundation (PACF) has connected local generosity with community needs and opportunities. One of its recent

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September 1, 2026

Marcella and John are leading the way in Southwest Minnesota

Resilient communities need people willing to step forward, test new ideas, and bring others together. That’s a perfect way to describe Marcella Prokop

Several people spread dirt along a playground fence with rakes while a small loader vehicle pours more dirt nearby. Playground equipment and benches are visible under a partly cloudy sky.

August 19, 2026

Project updates from our most recent Age Friendly Communities

From Community Input to Community Impact Six communities participated in the latest Age Friendly Communities Program through the Minnesota River

The Growing Local: Emerging Leaders cohort gathers for a group photo, smiling in front of a bright yellow building with white doors. They are posed outdoors on a gray pavement.

June 1, 2026

Meet the 2026 Growing Local: Emerging Leaders

Growing Local: Emerging Leaders exists to cultivate the next generation of community-minded changemakers, people who are ready to step into

Three adults stand in a riding arena with a large horse. One woman holds a piece of paper, while the others smile at the camera. The setting is indoors with a dirt floor and white paneled walls.

May 26, 2026

A Ripple of Generosity: Two Conference Attendees Direct Grants to Southwest Minnesota Nonprofits

At our recent nonprofit and fund partner conference, attendees came together to learn, connect, and share ideas to strengthen the nonprofit sector

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April 21, 2026

A Day of Learning, Connection, and Inspiration

On April 15, 2026, nearly 200 Southwest Minnesota nonprofit professionals and SWIF fund partner advisory board members gathered at Jackpot Junction