For many years growing up, the highlight of my summer was a vacation to my grandparent’s farm in Cottonwood County. Many great memories came to mind as I traveled that
Southwest Initiative Foundation
New Look, Same Commitment for Southwest Minnesota Region
After nearly a year of research, planning and preparation, a very exciting change is being unveiled here at SWIF, and we’re finding ourselves refreshed, re-energized and ready to charge forward
What Makes a Good Board Chair?
I recently caught up with a friend and partner, Steve Gasser, owner of Vivid Image in Hutchinson, over coffee. I so enjoy connecting with business leaders like Steve to share
Be Inspired
If you’ve received an email from me recently, you may have noticed that I sign my messages with the phrase, “Be Inspired.” As our schools, communities, families and friends celebrate
Backing Up Our Work
This week, Southwest Initiative Foundation (SWIF) staff took some time to have a fun lunch together and celebrate a big achievement for our organization. For the second year in a
Pipestone Community Leaders Looking to the Future
I may sound like a broken record, but each and every time our SWIF Board of Directors meets, we have an incredible day. Last week’s meeting in Pipestone was no
