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It Economy. Community. Philanthropy. <br /> 110 , <br /> 1111 Lk. <br /> The Initiative Foundation: Empowering People to Build, Sustain Healthy Communities <br /> Formed in 1986 by a partnership of regional leaders and The McKnight Foundation,the Initiative <br /> Foundation is one of six unique, nonprofit Minnesota Initiative Foundations serving the regions of <br /> Greater Minnesota. We believe local people - not outside organizations - have the necessary enthu- <br /> siasm, knowledge and relationships to achieve a brighter future. <br /> Good Works Supported By Sound Strategy <br /> The Foundation's strategic framework is based on the philosophy that economy, com- <br /> munity and philanthropy are intertwined.This three-pillared approach helps us to <br /> collaborate in truly meaningful ways to unlock the power of each community and all of <br /> Central Minnesota. <br /> Our charitable work is supported by a spectrum of public and individual donors. Earn- <br /> ings from investments in the Foundation's operations and permanent endowment are <br /> returned to Central Minnesota communities through grants, programs and business <br /> financing. <br /> We are proud to serve the 14 counties of Central Minnesota that include <br /> 160 hometowns and two tribal nations,each with its own unique character and local assets. <br /> Econom. <br /> Woven into our fabric is the firm belief that a quality job is the most essential element of <br /> a stable family and a strong community.We offer business loans to secure quality jobs, <br /> and we invest grants in workforce training to fill these job opportunities. Our goal is to <br /> J o <br /> support local business growth and attract new revenue to the region. <br /> BUSINESS FINANCING,CONSULTING I MANUFACTURING,TECHNOLOGY AND EXPORTING I ECONOMIC,WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT GRANTS <br /> Community <br /> Central Minnesota is defined by its quality of life—the special people,places and or- <br /> L�ipj 0°0 ganizations of each hometown. We gather business, nonprofit and government leaders <br /> to identify and enhance these unique assets.Working together,we inspire community <br /> service and plan for a brighter future. <br /> COMMUNITY VISIONING AND PLANNING I NONPROFIT TRAINING AND CONSULTING I GRANTS TO SUPPORT OJALITY OF LIFE <br /> Philanthropy <br /> We help donors give back to Central Minnesota and leave a permanent legacy. Every <br /> donated dollar is matched by The McKnight Foundation and returns more than $6 in <br /> grants, loans and scholarships to the region.We also work with families, businesses and <br /> nonprofits to create named funds that support their favorite charities. <br /> DONOR SERVICES,TURNKEY CHARITABLE FUNDS PROFESSIONAL INVESTMENT OVERSIGHT TAX-ADVANTAGED GIFTS <br /> For more information, contact: 0 <br /> Initiative Foundation Initiative <br /> (877) 632-9255 1 info@ifound.org <br /> F � UAIDATiQN <br /> ifound.ory 1 (877)632-9255 1 405 First Street SE I Little Falls, MN 56345 �4« ocoo� 61V LeR Cr,PYnvidCr and Emn UYnr <br /> 0014 <br />