Northwest Minnesota Foundation launches Workforce Pathway Scholarship
Applications for the scholarship will be accepted through December 11th.
Applications are completed online through the NMF website.
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Grant applications now accepted for projects that promote or preserve natural resources
Application deadline is December 4th!
The Omdahl Conservation Fund is now accepting applications for projects that promote or preserve natural resources in Northwest Minnesota.
Northwest Minnesota Women’s Fund accepting grant applications
Applications are due December 4th!
The Northwest Minnesota Women’s Fund, a fund in the family of funds at Northwest Minnesota Foundation, is accepting grant applications.
Park Rapids Area Community Fund announces 2026 grant round
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The Park Rapids Area Community Fund is accepting applications for its 2026 grant round through December 7th.
Family of Funds: Helping seniors stay connected to the home they love
Living at Home of the Park Rapids Area reflects on the impact of an anonymous $20,000 grant from a donor-advised fund held at the Northwest Minnesota Foundation.
Northwest Minnesota Foundation marks 40 years of community investment, honors regional leaders
Over 200 community members gathered at the Sanford Center to celebrate NMF's four decades of philanthropy, community investment, and regional leadership.
Walking in their shoes – Former beneficiary joined NMF to empower others
Join Joan Berntson as she reflects on the full cycle of transitioning from an NMF beneficiary to an NMF staff. And a lifelong commitment to showing up for her neighbors and serving the place she calls home.
Bemidji Area Arts Endowment announces Art Legacy Celebration
The Bemidji Area Arts Endowment (BAAE) is inviting community members to attend the Art Legacy Celebration on Saturday, October 24th.
An open letter to you – celebrating our 40 years together
As we gather to mark our 40th anniversary, we are celebrating four decades of community strength—and we are writing to thank you, because you are the ones who made it possible.