Southwest Initiative Foundation
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It's Minnesota's annual giving holiday! This year, we’re celebrating #GivingThatGathersUs and recognizing the generosity across our region that brings together communities and causes. Collective giving strengthens our region and helps make good things happen.
Southwest Initiative Foundation’s office building is closed in observance of Thanksgiving Day.
#GiveNative is a community wide movement to spread awareness of giving to Native-led nonprofits on Giving Tuesday, the largest global generosity movement. This year, campaign prizes will be available to all participating Native-led nonprofits—an exciting new way to recognize and celebrate the impact of their work.
Southwest Initiative Foundation’s office building is closed in observance of the Christmas holiday.
You're invited to the annual It Begins With Us conference. Explore the stories, history and cultures in your community Feb. 2-3, 2026. This year's event will be at 5 Family Ranch near Marshall.
Southwest Minnesota child care professionals, educators and caregivers are invited to the 2026 Kids First Conference March 6-7 at Jackpot Junction. You'll hear from inspiring speakers, attend valuable workshops and learn about resources to help support the children you care about.
