Scholarship Spotlight – Hallie Harmoning
Hallie Harmoning, a 2022 graduate of Lafayette High School in Red Lake Falls, is a recurring recipient of the Lois Ludwig Memorial Scholarship.
Forgivable child care loan program helps support additional licensed child care in Polk County
When Michelle Broten, a mom of three, moved to Minnesota, she set out to provide child care in her home, as she’d already proven capable and successful with her previous daycare in North Dakota.
A community of connection
Ben Cahill is working to grow the Pride Support Network into a robust organization that can meet the needs of the LGBTQIA2S+ community.
A passion for inclusion
Shannon Murray’s goal is to blend youth development with increasing access and opportunities for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs).
Partners for Health LifeCare Gala celebrates and supports the excellence of regional health care provider
For 17 years, the Roseau County community has come together every year to support and celebrate the excellence of its regional health care provider.
Advocacy efforts spark policy change
The Northwest Minnesota Foundation has actively engaged in public policy with intent the last few years. Although it is not a major part of the Foundation’s overall activity, those advocacy efforts recently paid off in a big way.
Northwest Minnesota Foundation named Rural Welcoming Initiative participant
The Northwest Minnesota Foundation has been named one of 10 participants in the Rural Welcoming Initiative for 2024.
Scholarship Spotlight – Aaron Wensloff
Aaron Wensloff, who graduated from Roseau High School, earned the Citizens State Bank of Roseau Scholarship.
Businesses and nonprofits invited to apply for PROMISE Act grant funding
Through the PROMISE Act, created and funded by the Minnesota Legislature, the Northwest Minnesota Foundation, in partnership with the Department of Employment and Economic Development, has been awarded $2.3 million to disperse one-time grants up to $50,000 to businesses and qualified nonprofits.