Updates We want to share an important update regarding our team. Due to funding constraints and the need to realign our teams for greater
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Initiators Fellowship application open
Initiators Fellowship searching for Greater Minnesota social entrepreneurs Explore this 2-year opportunity to move your business with a social
Falls Boutique has what it takes to be a successful small business in rural Minnesota
Falls Boutique Never in her wildest dreams did Melissa Syring see herself owning Falls Boutique in downtown Granite Falls. In fact, she tried to
Claire Meyers joins staff
Claire Meyers joins Southwest Initiative Foundation staff Meyers is new Entrepreneurship Program Manager HUTCHINSON, Minn. — Claire Meyers of
For Brad Hall, moving back home meant pursuing his dreams
Local Artist Pursues Dream Nearly 20 years after leaving Granite Falls, Bradley (Brad) Hall decided to return to his hometown to pursue his dreams
Jackie Turner retires after 21 years supporting entrepreneurs
Jack Turner Jackie Turner is retiring from her role as an economic development officer at Southwest Initiative Foundation (SWIF). In honor of her