Initiative Foundation Quarterly 3rd Quarter, Summer/Fall 2012
Table of Contents Features 20 Art of Attraction
The economic forces of air travel.
28 BankAbility
With stricter regulations on community banks, a good balance sheet usually trumps a good idea.
32 Bare Market
Rural grocers offer wealth, wellness, and aisles of community connections. But can they be saved?
36 Double Bottom Line
Enterprising charities measure success by both purpose and prosperity.
departments 6 Initiatives The Foundation’s Regional Investment Highlights.
10 Philanthropy
Graduated Generosity – Through the power of permanent endowments, new school foundations unite donors with student experiences.
14 Community
Twister of Fate – From the ruins of a devastating tornado, Wadena finds ways to invest in itself.
16 Economy
Challenges – What was your biggest business challenge and how did you overcome it?
46 Home Made
Water Works, Cambridge Products made right here in central Minnesota.
48 Where is IQ? Photo by Ellen Meiselman