The National Park Service announces that it is now taking applications for community assistance in planning park, trail and conservation projects through its Rivers, Trails and Conservation Assistance Program. Apply by June 30th to receive technical
Funding Opportunities
MnDOT Greater Minnesota Transportation Alternatives Solicitation
October 1, 2018 The MnDOT Transportation Alternatives (TA) Solicitation is a competitive grant opportunity for local communities and regional agencies to fund projects for pedestrian and bicycle facilities, historic preservation, Safe Routes to
Swift County daycare loan/grant program
Announcing 2018 Daycare loan/grant program. All daycare’s are encouraged to apply for funds. Past recipients encouraged to apply again. Swift County has approved funds for 2018 to provide home, school based and center daycares with a deferred loan
Bright Beginnings Program – Childcare
Rural Minnesota, including the Southwest Initiative Foundation’s southwest Minnesota region, is facing a child care crisis. More than 12,000 child care providers already have all of their slots filled. SWIF has launched a new program called Bright
Blandin Foundation
Blandin Foundation partners with community-focused organizations throughout rural Minnesota, especially in the Grand Rapids area, to foster resilient, vibrant rural communities. In addition to addressing public policy issues, providing scholarships,
