Join us in Swift, Big Stone, Lac qui Parle, Yellow Medicine and Lincoln counties
For 25 years, the Southwest Initiative Foundation has been impacting communities, businesses, organizations and families in southwest Minnesota. As one of six regional funds founded by The McKnight Foundation in response to the 1980s economic crisis, SWIF was created to provide financial resources, creative leadership and most importantly, hope for a brighter future.
We’re celebrating our past, present and future by visiting each of our 18 counties during our anniversary year. Area constituents are invited to join our board members and staff to celebrate 25 years of opportunities, impact and growth in southwest Minnesota.
Please join us for a reception in your area:
Wednesday, March 30
- Benson – McKinney’s On Southside
300 14th St. S, Benson
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Lunch served 11:45 a.m.
Program Noon-1 p.m. - Ortonville – Lakewood Supper Club
1073 Lake Shore Dr., Ortonville
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Dinner served 4:45 p.m.
Program 5:00-6:00 p.m.
Thursday, March 31
- Dawson – CJ Mike’s Family Restaurant
720 6th St., Dawson
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Breakfast served 7:15 a.m.
Program 7:30-8:30 a.m. - Granite Falls – Bootlegger’s Supper Club
1940 11th Ave., Granite Falls
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Lunch served 11:45 a.m.
Program Noon-1 p.m. - Ivanhoe – VFW Post 2980
116 E Saxon St., Ivanhoe
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Dinner served 5:15 p.m.
Program 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Each reception will include a brief program highlighting southwest Minnesota’s accomplishments over the past 25 years. We’ll also welcome stories and memories from guests as we reflect on and celebrate this milestone.
There is no cost to attend a reception. RSVP requested by Monday, March 28, to Jessica Eastling at [email protected] or 800-594-9480.
Don’t see your southwest Minnesota county represented? Don’t worry!
We’re scheduling future receptions and will post details as they’re available. If you missed us in November when celebrating in Cottonwood, Jackson, Nobles, Rock, Pipestone, and Murray counties, or in February when celebrating in Redwood, Lyon, Chippewa and Renville counties, you can still join us for our regional banquet May 20 in Morton. Watch for future banquet details.
