Happy Anniversary! In 1999 the Southwest Initiative Foundation board of directors approved the development of a local community foundation program. At
Fund Partners
This page highlights technical resources for Southwest Initiative Foundation’s fund partners, including community foundations and designated funds.
2019 Fund Partner Training
It’s time again for us to come together again to learn and share with each other! SWIF will be hosting a training for fund partners on Tuesday, Oct.
Retaining wealth in our communities
In 2011, SWIF helped fund the Minnesota Generational Transfer of Wealth Study. At the time it was estimated that between 2011 and 2030, $3.8 billion
Who’s on board? Let us know!
With the new portal up and running, it's critical to have an up-to-date board roster. The technology is less forgiving than our human staff and will
Changes to the Community Foundation Portal
Does it ever seem things are always changing? Just when you think you have one thing figured out, something else comes along, and you have to learn it
Make a ‘splash’ in your community with a project fund
What would make your community a better place? Frequently, community foundations are approached by a group of community members with an idea for a
Community Foundation Portal launches
We were thrilled to roll out the new Community Foundation Portal in October, making it quicker and easier for our community foundation partners to
Year-end gifts
With the end of the year quickly approaching, please be sure to check your mailboxes frequently. Many donors make decisions about their charitable
