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 2026

Room to Rise

Chance meeting helps Cass Lake’s gymnastics dream grow.

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Coffee, Music and Community

B-Side Indie Music Café creates a welcoming all-ages community stage. Read More

Rainbow Hair Hats

Inspired by her daughter’s epilepsy journey, Lisa Finck created a product that now reaches families nationwide. Read More

Bear Paws Cultural Art

Students connect with community, culture as they make jingle dresses, moccasins—and do beadwork. Read More

Long Prairie Drive-in Theater

This magical Minnesota landmark makes it worth the drive to watch a movie. Read More

Adrienne Benjamin

Benjamin crafts career as Anishinaabe artist, equity advocate, cultural educator. Read More

Redhead Creamery Spirits

Redhead Creamery is diversifying its dairy and entering a new market: distilled spirits. Read More

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