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Working daily to empower people to build thriving communities and a vibrant region across Central Minnesota.
Little Falls, Minn.
Joined August 2009
Entrepreneurs in Sherburne and Wright counties: The Initiative Foundation is now accepting applications for its next Enterprise Academy Cohort.Classes start in September. Learn more and apply:
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Big things are growing at Better Greens! Owned by Funwi and Jennet Tita, Better Greens is on a mission to grow culturally relevant African vegetables and herbs in Minnesota. The Titas recently utilized an Initiative Foundation loan. Learn more:
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A huge thank you to everyone who joined us on July 24 at Viva Bar and Restaurant in Long Prairie for the Enterprise Academy alumni market and networking event, cohosted with the Long Prairie Chamber of Commerce.
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Initiative Foundation team members had the pleasure of joining the Sauk Centre Chamber of Commerce for a networking event at Eagle’s Healing Nest. Want to dig deeper into Eagle’s Healing Nest and its incredible impact? Subscribe to IQ Magazine today:
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After a devastating apartment fire in Wadena this February, more than $12,000 has been raised through a community relief fund spearheaded by the Initiative Foundation and local partners. Learn more:
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We spy a familiar face: Look who’s up for the Woman Farmer of the Year Award at Farmfest 2025 — it’s none other than Initiators Fellowship alumna Noreen Thomas! Check out all the incredible nominees: WCI, NWMF.
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The Farmfest Woman Farmer of the Year Award honors the hard-working female farmers across Minnesota who selflessly give their time to growing the crops…
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You're Invited: Join the Initiative Foundation and the Wright County Economic Development Partnership [tag] for a meet & greet at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 14, at the Wright County Government Center in Buffalo! RSVP or learn more:
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🎉 Congratulations to the 8 orgs that completed the 2025 Continuous Improvement program! From streamlining budgets to launching a mobile food shelf, each made lasting change: #CentralMN #ContinuousImprovement #StrongerCommunities #InitiativeFoundation
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11 local banks + @FHLBDesMoines = $140K boost for Central Minnesota! Funds support small biz, childcare & community growth. Many thanks to all involved! 👏 . #CommunityImpact #MNStrong
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A huge congratulations to the amazing crew of dreamers, doers and community champions who brought the Great River Children’s Museum to life! Thanks to their passion and hard work, the museum is officially open. Learn more about the museum’s journey:
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In observance of Independence Day, the Initiative Foundation office will be closed on Friday, July 4. We’ll resume normal operations on Monday, July 7! Have a safe and meaningful holiday!
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Love your community and want to help it thrive? We’re reviving our Thriving Communities Initiative as a pilot program to help smaller Central Minn. communities (population of less than 5,000) build leadership and turn ideas into action:
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What a fantastic day at the Loons & Lakes Festival in Crosslake! We were proud to represent the Initiative Foundation at this incredible community event. A big shoutout to Initiative Foundation staff members Elizabeth Mboutchom and Amy Gray for bringing their expertise!
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In Aug. 2024, the Outreach Program of Brainerd Lakes faced an unexpected challenge when their well failed. With hefty repair costs, the nonprofit sought assistance. Thanks to the Initiative Foundation's network, the Anderson Brothers Family Fund helped:
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Join us in Long Prairie at 11:30 a.m. on July 24 for a meet and greet, co-hosted with the Long Prairie Chamber. Connect with staff and partners and learn more about how the Initiative Foundation is investing in rural communities. Details and RSVP:
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The 2025 Emerging Entrepreneur Showcase & Awards was a huge success—full of energy, inspiration and celebration! A heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who joined us on Tuesday, June 24, at The Clearing in Sauk Rapids. Watch the awardee highlight videos here:
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Community foundations—like the Three Rivers and Staples-Motley Area Community Foundations—play a vital role in strengthening local nonprofits, schools and local units of government. Read more in IQ Magazine:
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Join us from 5:30 to 8 p.m. on June 24 at The Clearing in Sauk Rapids for the 2025 Emerging Entrepreneur Showcase & Awards—a night to celebrate passionate entrepreneurs who are shaping the future of Central Minnesota! Learn more:
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We’re excited to launch the Joy and Connection grant round—supporting creative ideas that bring people together and strengthen community spirit. Interested in applying? Start by submitting an interest form by 4 p.m. on June 20. Learn more:
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Through a special one-time grant round, the Initiative Foundation and its funding partner are teeing up $100,000 to provide a limited number of grants for projects, programs, and community-building...
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Thank you to our Community Builders for your generous support. Your contributions make it possible for the Initiative Foundation to deliver high-quality training to organizations throughout Central Minnesota. Learn how to become a Community Builder:
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