Northwest Minnesota Foundation
Seven organizations in Crookston, Thief River Falls, Roseau, and Bemidji received a combined $100,000 in funding to support welcoming and inclusion efforts in their communities.
The Laural Capistran Murphy Scholarship was established to recognize Laurel's commitment to Minnesota’s 4-H program and her belief in self-education, co-operative volunteering, and helping others through community involvement.
More than $285,000 in funding has been awarded to Tri-Valley Opportunity Council to address homelessness in Marshall and Norman counties.
Olivia Huck, who graduated from Crookston High School, earned the Larsen Family Achievement Award Scholarship.
The Crookston Early Childhood Initiative hosted its annual Boo Run Run on Oct. 10 at Castle Park in Crookston, as dozens of children explored the storybook walk throughout the wooded trails and enjoyed free play at the natural playground.
Ella Weber, a graduate of Crookston, earned the Larsen Family Achievement Award.
