In west central Minnesota, food is more than just nourishment—it’s a connection to our heritage, traditions, and the rich diversity of people who call this place home. From generational family recipes passed down with love, to vibrant dishes that bring different cultures together, the food we share tells the story of who we are and…
West Central Initiative welcomes Greta Hentges as its new Marketing & Communications Specialist. In this role, Greta will help lead communication planning efforts, oversee the organization’s social media strategy, and enhance its digital storytelling. Additionally, she will collaborate as a strategic partner with the West Central Initiative team to advance its regional mission, with a…
This September, west central Minnesota was brimming with energy as communities came together to celebrate Welcoming Week. From Mexican Folk Dancers twirling vibrantly in Moorhead to an Aztec dance group sharing traditional rhythms in Elbow Lake—these events were just a glimpse of the cultural richness that unfolded across our region. These events and many more…
As summer comes to a close and sports are back in session, it’s time to think about how students are getting to school. The bright yellow school buses will pick up students, and the drop-off and pick-up lines will be full, but how many students walk or bike to school this year? Walking and biking…
West Central Initiative welcomes Ben Schierer as Director of Civic Partnerships and Griffin Peck as Climate Resilience Officer, bolstering the organization’s regional development work. Schierer will engage with government entities, communities, and organizations to foster strong public-sector partnerships and advocate for regional needs at legislative levels. Peck will spearhead efforts to help communities adapt to…
Olivia Daniels has joined West Central Initiative as our Summer 2024 Climate Resilience Fellow as part of Ampact’s Summer Impact Corps. Ampact is a national nonprofit that specializes in managing and scaling high-quality AmeriCorps programs, offering evidence-based initiatives in three focus areas: education, environment, and healthy futures. Olivia will focus on implementing sustainable community initiatives…
West Central Initiative is excited to welcome two Communications Interns this summer. Greta Hentges is rejoining our team for her second year, and we’re excited to introduce Stella Wilton as our newest Communications Intern. Greta Hentges “Greta excelled in her internship last summer,” said Marketing and Communications Specialist Ashley Quam. “Her writing and design…
West Central Initiative is pleased to announce the appointment of Trevor Gervais as the organization’s new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This key appointment reflects West Central Initiative’s commitment to enhancing its financial strategies and ensuring sustainable growth for the organization and the region it serves. Trevor Gervais brings a wealth of expertise in financial management, having…
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