IQ Magazine

IQ Magazine: Our Readers Are Leaders

Published twice annually, the Initiative Foundation’s award-winning IQ Magazine features in-depth stories about the economy, communities and generosity in Central Minnesota. The magazine focuses on regional trends, community issues and local solutions and serves as a source of insight and intelligence for busy leaders. By raising up your voice, we inspire knowledge that inspires action. Subscribe to receive your complimentary copy in the mail every April and October. Want to support the continued publication of IQ Magazine? Advertise in IQ Magazine.

Spring 2024

Where Passion Meets Purpose

2024-2025 Initiators Fellows drive meaningful social and community change.

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Food for Our Friends

How local organizations are keeping people nourished. Read More

Regional Highlights

Get the latest highlights from the 14-county area. Read More

Safer Together

Marrying the needs of local businesses with public health realities. Read More

Partners in a Pandemic

Community-based funds bolster their hometowns during COVID-19. Read More

Partners in Innovation

Together, the McKnight Foundation and Minnesota's Initiative Foundations have transformed hardship into opportunity. Read More

A New Act

An historic opera house renovation will bring new economic opportunities to Staples. Read More

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