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kb, u � ;N t+ ' oit Economy. p • The Initiatiue Foundation: Empowering People to Build, Sustain Healthy Communities Formed in 1986 by a partnership of regional leaders and The McKnight Foundation,the Initiative Foundation is one of six unique, nonprofit Minnesota Initiative Foundations serving the regions of Greater Minnesota.We believe local people - not outside organizations- have the necessary enthu- siasm.knowledge and relationships to achieve a brighter future Good Works Supported By Sound Strategy The Foundation's strategic framework is based on the philosophy that economy,corn- munity and philanthropy are intertwined.This three-pillared approach helps us to collaborate in truly meaningful ways to unlock the power of each community and all of Central Minnesota. Our charitable work is supported by a spectrum of public and individual donors. Earn- ings from investments in the Foundation's operations and permanent endowment are returned to Central Minnesota communities through grants. programs and business financing. We are proud to serve the 14 counties of Central Minnesota that include 160 hometowns and two tribal nations,each with its own unique character and local assets. Woven into our fabric is the firm belief that a quality job is the most essential element of ja stable family and a strong community We offer business loans to secure quality jobs. and we invest grants in workforce training to fill these job opportunities.Our goal is to support local business growth and attract new revenue to the region u r'' i_.ra 1'40V,:...\. , _ lz'. ...'.._ _ , ..fi . - ,, ' . :q I, I I..1,1. .r.I 04..,^,Tt, Community Central Minnesota is defined by its quality of life -the special people,places and or- ganizations of each hometown We gather business,nonprofit and government leaders to identify and enhance these unique assets.Working together,we inspire community service and plan for a brighter future. We help donors give back to Central Minnesota and leave a permanent legacy.Every donated dollar is matched by The McKnight Foundation and returns more than$6 in grants.loans and scholarships to the region.We also work with families,businesses and nonprofits to create named funds that support their favorite charities For more information, contact: Initiative Foundation ~ (877)632-9255 I infoOifound.org ..- ;-_ .„ Y °' r 1 I f 0 i1' f 9 ,y ound or � +R'?s'+.?� t?2=j?,. r l�!� _. Si�i�., r-1 i Ott!{'I aI� MN�6.3.;! L.;.=