It takes a community – strengthening the network behind child care
Mahube-OTWA is helping connect caregivers, child care providers, and families with the tools, resources, and relationships they need to thrive.
Bemidji Area Arts Endowment awards $22,000 to local arts and cultural projects
Projects reflect BAAE's commitment to strengthening communities through creative expression, lifelong learning, cultural preservation, and meaningful artistic experiences for residents of all ages.
Bemidji 31 Education Foundation Fund meets fundraising goal for modernization project
B31 fulfilled the community match required from a grant award to replace aging manufacturing equipment at Bemidji High School.
Why bringing early childhood professionals together matters more than ever
Communities Collaborative Brain Development Conference brings hundreds of early childhood providers to Mahnomen.
Everett Wilimek Endowment for Orchestral String Studies seeks grant applicants
Grants are designed to support, promote, and enhance orchestral string educational opportunities for youth ages 8-15 who are studying the violin, viola, cello, or bass.
Finding a place on the ice in Warroad
Supported with local grant support, Warroad Youth Hockey offers entry-level skating program to kids who have never been on the ice before.
A place to plant roots: How an affordable home empowered a community leader
Purchasing a home through the North Star Neighbors community land trust has helped Jennifer Compeau build confidence and spur community involvement.
NMF awards $150,000 through Building Better Lives grants
Fourteen projects were selected for funding, reflecting the diverse needs and opportunities identified by communities throughout the region.
Child Care: A simple fix with a big impact
Many child care providers often lack funds for major repairs, and when they close, it immediately impacts employers and families, prompting the creation of the NMF Child Care Retain Forgivable Loan.