Neighbors helping neighbors
We know Northwest Minnesota offers boundless opportunities. That’s why we measure our impact by the results we create for the people, businesses, and communities we serve.

Featured achievements

Leadership training for 4,000 youth and adults

More than $62.5 million in grants

4,168 jobs created or retained

Serving the needs in 45 communities
Accomplishments
In addition to the important work we continue to pursue, we have achieved the following:
- Made 927 loans for a total of $33.7 million,
- Created or retained more than 4,168 jobs in our region
- Leveraged more than $140 million in additional lending
- Made over 11,800 grants totaling more than $62.5 million
- Our leadership programs have trained almost 4,000 youth and adults
- Our nonprofit management and diversity training programs have addressed the needs of 358 organizations and 45 communities
- We have more than $97 million in total assets and 440 funds in our family of funds
Impact Report
Click HERE to read our most recent Impact Report.
Financials: Form 990
Click HERE to read our most recent IRS Form 990.
News & Ideas
See how our initiatives, partnerships, and collaborations are making an impact.
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.




