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Willmar Martin Luther King Jr. Event

Ridgewater College 2101 15th Ave NW, Willmar, MN, United States

The Office of Willmar Community Growth invites you to their 2025 Willmar Martin Luther King Jr. Event to honor the American civil rights leader who dedicated his life to achieving equality for all people. Dr. King's message of peace and justice touched so many Americans, and it continues to inspire many people in our communities. All are welcome to join the event for a time to learn and be reminded of important American history, reflect on valuable teachings that are still meaningful today, and a call to action. 

It Begins With Us 2025

The Upper Room 100 W College Drive Suite 300, Marshall, MN

You're invited to the annual It Begins With Us conference to share stories and hear experiences of community members. Day 1 will be an immersive and interactive Virtual Dementia Tour facilitated by a representative from Minnesota River Agency on Aging. Day 2 will be filled with speakers, panels and keynote speaker Dr. Anton Treuer.

Fund Partner Office Hours

Virtual

SWIF Fund Partners are invited to connect virtually with members of the Development Team to get questions answered, have collaborative work time and meet new members of the SWIF team.

2025 Presidents Day Holiday

Southwest Initiative Foundation 15 3rd Ave NW, Hutchinson, United States

Southwest Initiative Foundation’s office building is closed in observance of Presidents Day.

KIDS First Conference

Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel 39375 County Highway 24, Morton, MN, United States

Child care professionals, educators and caregivers are invited to the KIDS First Conference on February 28-March 1 at Jackpot Junction to hear from inspiring speakers, attend valuable workshops and learn about resources to help support the children they care about. We’re proud to be a part of the KIDS First Conference Team along with our partners Child Care & Nutrition, Inc., Prairie Five Community Action, Prairie Five Head Start and United Community Action Partnership. This event is made possible by funding from the State of Minnesota and the Department of Employment and Economic Development.

Navigating the Currents, Charting the Course

Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel 39375 County Highway 24, Morton, MN, United States

Nonprofits located in or serving southwest Minnesota and our fund partner affiliates are invited to join us for a day of inspiration and connection. Learn about about the state of nonprofits in our region, hear from national speaker Dr. Terry Wu about the importance of collaboration, and attend valuable breakout sessions that will help build your skills in the workplace or on an advisory board. There is no cost to attend; a light breakfast, lunch and snacks will be provided.