West Central Initiative's strategies help communities and the greater region increase their capacity to address priority needs and sustain their economic and social viability.
WCI does this through technical assistance, grant funding and development of local philanthropic resources, such as community component funds. WCI also undertakes a number of regionwide efforts that have impact on the viability of local communities.
WCI community grants include:
Community Organizing and Visioning Grants
To help communities develop a partnership among concerned citizens and a shared vision to address critical community concerns
Application: PDF • Word
Minnesota Beautiful (formerly Picture It Painted) Grants
A partnership with Valspar Corporation to restore and beautify community structures with paint and coatings
Leadership Development Grants
For support of community leadership programs
Application: PDF • Word
Leadership Diversity Grants
To support participation of low income and minority representatives in leadership development programs benefiting the region
Application: PDF • Word
Management Assistance
For non-profit community-based organizations – application is by invitation only. E-mail WCI or call 800 735-2239 for information.
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