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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.
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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
Join us for an inspiring conversation with renowned meteorologist and author Paul Douglas on May 18 at M State Fergus Falls. Paul will share the solutions that give him hope in a changing climate and how his personal journey informs his work. An interactive Q&A will follow Paul’s presentation. Complimentary refreshments will accompany the presentation. Visit wcif.org/paul-douglas/ to register for this free event. … See MoreSee Less
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🚨Last chance to apply for a grant from the Otto Bremer Trust Community Responsive Fund! Grants will support organizations or programs that address relevant community priorities and align with the following funding priorities: 🍎 Basic Needs 🛠️ Community Asset-Building ❤️🩹 Health and Well-Being 🆘 Restorative and Emergency Services Grants will range from $10,000 to $75,000. The deadline to apply is April 18! Learn more and apply on our website. … See MoreSee Less
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Otto Bremer Trust Community Responsive Fund – wcif.org
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West Central Initiative will award $350,000 in grants to west central Minnesota organizations from the Otto Bremer Trust Community Responsive Fund. Applications open March 18, 2024.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Join our team as the Development Specialist! The Development Specialist: 🤝 Provides administrative and project support to West Central Initiative’s development team. 💌 Acknowledges and processes gifts, facilitates data maintenance and reporting, synchronizes department workflow, and coordinates outreach. 📅 Helps our general operation run smoothly by managing conference space requests and ensuring our facility is properly maintained. We’ll begin reviewing applications on May 1, but the position will remain open until filled. Learn more about this position at wcif.org/careers/. Send your cover letter and resume to info@wcif.org to apply! … See MoreSee Less
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Careers with West Central Initiative
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We’re always interested in people who have the skills and the passion to help us create a better tomorrow for west central Minnesota. Send email inquiries to info@wcif.org.2 CommentsComment on Facebook
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