Strategic Planning Initiative (Initiative Foundation Grant)

Strategic Planning Initiative Grant

Funder: Initiative Foundation

Amount: $7,500

Status: Awarded December 2024

Geographic Scope: Central Minnesota; 14-county region

Focus Areas:

Comprehensive strategic planning

Workforce development alignment

Community needs assessment

Board unification and vision alignment

Program Details:

Strategic planning collaboration with:

- Local Workforce Development Board (LWDB)
- Various committees
- Joint Powers Board
- Leadership team

Address evolving workforce landscape

Foster inclusive environment

Support workforce initiatives

Promote regional economic prosperity

About Initiative Foundation:
Little Falls-based foundation supporting Central Minnesota nonprofits and government units addressing:

Business growth and employment opportunities

Economic security for children and families

Community-based early childhood literacy

Worker training (future, displaced, underemployed)

Small business growth

Regional quality-of-life improvements

Natural disaster response and recovery

Initiative Foundation History: Established 1986; invested millions in region through targeted grants and business financing

Contact: Dina Wuornos, Executive Director, 763-220-2139 or [email protected]