A legacy of generosity: the Felskes’ planned gift
Without children of their own, Berdean and Audrey turned to the Northwest Minnesota Foundation to help them create a lasting legacy in the region they love.
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NMF releases $1.5M into the region in 4th quarter of FY25
More than $1.5 million was granted or loaned out into the region from April through June through the Northwest Minnesota Foundation.
Bemidji Area Arts Endowment announces 2025 grant recipients
The Bemidji Area Arts Endowment (BAAE), a fund in the family of funds at Northwest Minnesota Foundation, is announcing $32,130 in grants to support the arts in Bemidji and surrounding communities.
Investing in youth through housing support
Deb Zak’s experience working alongside youth has shaped her commitment to supporting young adults today – particularly through access to safe, stable housing.
Bridging the gap: Conifer community’s on-demand transit pilot
The Headwaters Regional Development Commission has launched a transit project that’s providing a pathway to stability, independence, and opportunity.
Lifting up youth voices: A community coming together through YESS
In 2024, YESS received a $3,000 grant from the Northwest Minnesota Foundation, using the funds to launch an ambitious initiative: the Youth Community Health Fair Project, a one-day event held in October at Riverside Methodist Church in Park Rapids. The goal was to bridge the gap between youth and the community resources available to them.
Warroad Area Community Fund invests in senior well-being
A grant from the Warroad Area Community Fund helped support LSS Meals in serving 13,915 meals to 296 unduplicated seniors in their community, according to a final grant report.
Hubbard County Coalition of Lake Associations now accepting grant applications
The HC COLA Charitable Fund provides financial support for charitable and educational programs, projects, and activities that facilitate cooperation among member lake associations and to assist in encouraging environmentally sustainable use of lakes and watersheds.
Training & Education grants now open for nonprofits
The NMF Training and Education Fund was established in 2004 to provide financial support to nonprofit organizations and leaders in Northwest Minnesota, with preference given to efforts that build the leadership knowledge, skills, and capacity.