Southwest Initiative Foundation (SWIF) is receiving a second round of funding through CoBank's Rural Prosperity Grant Program, reinforcing a shared
Grants
A Ripple of Generosity: Two Conference Attendees Direct Grants to Southwest Minnesota Nonprofits
At our recent nonprofit and fund partner conference, attendees came together to learn, connect, and share ideas to strengthen the nonprofit sector
Litchfield Public School Foundation receives transformational gift
Generosity that strengthens education and community Last month, the Litchfield Public School Foundation received the most significant gift in its
Taste of Syttende Mai blends tradition with today
The self-proclaimed Norwegian capital of the United States, Milan is a small Southwest Minnesota town with a vibrant community fabric. Its
2026 Aging Trust Fund grants
Funding supports social connection for older adults We have awarded 17 grants through our Fostering Social Connection in Later Life program in
2026 Otto Bremer Trust Community Responsive Fund Grants
Southwest Initiative Foundation is a 2026 intermediary for the Otto Bremer Trust (OBT) and its Community Responsive Fund. Through this partnership,