The Initiative Foundation serves the 14 counties and 163 hometowns that comprise Central Minnesota. Since 1986, the Initiative Foundation has invested multiple millions in the region through loans, grants and scholarships. Guided by our strategic plan and focus areas, the Initiative Foundation awards about $1 million annually in grants to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, governments and schools that serve Central Minnesota residents.

Initiative Foundation

This office focuses on financial management, economic opportunity, and inclusive entrepreneurship initiatives.

224 W Washington St

Tim Penny

This department focuses on enhancing community engagement and fostering philanthropic initiatives to support workforce development and organizational growth.

Philanthropy and Community Development

This department focuses on managing community outreach, philanthropy initiatives, and marketing communications to enhance stakeholder relationships.

Community Engagement

This department oversees the coordination and administration of fellowship programs, ensuring effective support and development for participants.

Fellowship Management

This department manages financial planning, analysis, and reporting to support the organization's financial health.

Finance Department

This department focuses on managing and promoting the organization's messaging and branding strategies.

Initiative Foundation

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Teams

Philanthropy and Community Development

Community Engagement

Fellowship Management

Finance Department

Marketing Communications

Offices

Initiative Foundation

Org chart

Teams

Philanthropy and Community Development

Community Engagement

Fellowship Management

Finance Department

Marketing Communications

Offices

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