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.
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2024-2025 Initiators Fellows drive meaningful social and community change.
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A History of Helping
A look at three businesses that received early—and pivotal— Initiative Foundation loans and how they’ve grown. Read More
Front & Center: Child Care
Emerging community partnerships are taking shape to creatively influence Central Minnesota’s child care crisis. Read More
Main Street Mainstays
Rural grocery stores support Central Minnesota’s food needs. They also foster community. Read More
A Place to Call Home
Communities at a crossroads: How can we create affordable housing solutions to help hometowns grow and prosper? Read More
Regional Highlights
Get the latest highlights from Central Minnesota’s 14 counties and two sovereign tribal nations. Read More
Partners on a Journey
Enterprise Academy graduates use connections, knowledge to advance Central Minnesota businesses. Read More
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