It’s hard to believe, but Christmas has come and gone and now the New Year is next. I’ve posted it before, but I want to take this opportunity to share
Southwest Initiative Foundation
SWIF Loan Clients Talk about Impact
At our November Board of Directors meeting, a number of Southwest Initiative Foundation staff who support business development and entrepreneurship provided an update on our microloan program, including its business education
Smart Play Spot Introduces Reading—and Region—to Kids
From the farmer’s market to the red barn, the fishing boat to the wind turbine—I can’t decide on a favorite scene in the Willmar Public Library’s new Smart Play Spot.
Give to the Max Day – Nov. 15, 2012
It’s time to Give to the Max to support your favorite Minnesota charities! GiveMN.org is an innovative online resource that is changing the way Minnesotans give and helping create a
Top Three Reasons to Attend the SWIF Banquet
Two weeks from today, we’ll be eagerly waiting for guests from our southwest Minnesota regional community to join us for an awesome celebration! I hope you’ve already registered…but if you
Making Connections: SWIF Video Interviews
Over the past few weeks, SWIF staff—including myself—have been traveling extensively throughout the region and beyond. We’ve been connecting with friends and partners for MANY different projects, including a new
