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.

Fall 2024

Generational Goodness

Family with deep community roots models the way for local giving.

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Building Back Better

One year into a special grant round, local nonprofits are transforming their post-pandemic services. Read More

Turning the Page

Challenged by shrinking local newsrooms and changing readership, rural communities look for new ways to tell their stories. Read More

2022 Impact Report

Read the Initiative Foundation’s 2022 impact report. Read More

Regional Highlights

Get the latest highlights from Central Minnesota’s 14 counties and two sovereign Native nations. Read More

Manifesting a Museum

With revitalization funding in place, Great River Children’s Museum in St. Cloud plans grand opening in 2024. Read More

A Gift of Gratitude

Blandin leader views $10,000 donation as part thank-you, part investment in the region. Read More

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