Northwest MN Foundation Celebrates 40 years

The Northwest Minnesota Foundation celebrated 40 years of working alongside the people and communities of Northwest Minnesota with an anniversary gathering at the Sanford Center. The celebration brought together neighbors from across the region, including donors, volunteers, local leaders, and community partners, to reflect on the people, partnerships, and investments that have shaped Northwest Minnesota over the past four decades — and look ahead to what comes next. 

Reflecting on four decades of community investment, the evening highlighted NMF’s ongoing commitment to people, places, and possibilities. Since its founding in 1986, the Foundation has worked alongside people and communities across Northwest Minnesota — investing over $100 million through grants, business loans, philanthropic giving and community investments across Red Lake Nation, White Earth Nations, and the 12 counties in Northwest Minnesota. 

A central highlight of the program was the presentation of annual awards celebrating individuals, businesses, community leaders, and nonprofits, whose work and efforts are strengthening our communities.  

For the full list of winners go to https://nwmf.org/northwest-minnesota-foundation-marks-40-years-of-community-investment-honors-regional-leaders/