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Many Facets of a Community
When we educate, we give people and organizations the tools they need to serve the region. When we activate, we encourage them to embrace their potential and maximize their impact. When we celebrate, we foster a sense of joyful community in which successes are lauded and honored. These three ideas work together to help our communities thrive.
Global · Regional · Local
Our strategic plan has many moving parts. Each part helps us move toward one destination: a thriving, inclusive, and prosperous region.
Global Sustainable Development Goals
Regional Community and Economic Development Cornerstones
Our Strategic Priorities
Our Impact
$78M
in grants
$59M
in loans
9,000
jobs created or retained
$299M
loan dollars leveraged
⏰ Time is running out to apply for a Welcoming Week sponsorship! Events that celebrate neighbors of all backgrounds and foster welcoming communities are invited to apply for a $500-$2,000 sponsorship. All events must be held in west central Minnesota during Welcoming Week (September 13- 22, 2024) to be eligible. 🚨Don’t miss the deadline! Apply for a sponsorship on our website by April 1. … See MoreSee Less
Rural Belonging – wcif.org
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We envision a future where all people feel welcome, appreciated for their unique attributes, and connected to their neighbors and communities.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
The Otto Bremer Trust Community Responsive Fund informational webinars are this week! Join us on Zoom to learn more about this grant opportunity. 🔗 Tuesday, March 26 at 6 p.m. at bit.ly/OBTTuesWebinar 🔗 Wednesday, March 27 at 3 p.m. at bit.ly/OBTWedWebinar During these webinars, we’ll cover eligibility details, explain the application process, and provide a platform for questions and answers. … See MoreSee Less
West Central Initiative
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Are you an emerging trailblazer in west central Minnesota? Submit your pitch for the FastLane94 Trail Blazer Challenge! This is a regional pitch competition where the founders showcase business ideas to accomplished entrepreneurs, investors, and business leaders from across west central Minnesota. Submissions close Monday, March 25! Learn more at iltstudios.com/fastlane94trailblazerchallenge/ … See MoreSee Less
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