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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Revitalizing Main Street

Special funding helps 6 Central Minnesota communities revive downtown corridors. Read More

Rallying Around Randall

When disasters strike, long-term support is key to community recovery. Read More

Generosity in Full Bloom

The late Jim Kurpius honors his roots and his beloved hometown of Staples with gifts that keep giving. Read More

Casting Creations

Part foundry and part fabrication shop, Howard Lake business produces custom art sculptures. Read More

A Major Initiative

Meet the 2022-23 Initiators Fellows—seven emerging social entrepreneurs with big ideas for improving their communities. Read More

Planting the Seeds

How Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures is building a community-centered, homegrown economy. Read More

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