TY 2013 Form 990

Do not include amounts reported on lines 6b, 7b, 8b, 9b, and 10b of Part VIII.	(A) Total expenses	(B) Program service expenses	(C) Management and general expenses	(D) Fundraising expenses
1	Grants and other assistance to governments and organizations in the United States. See Part IV, line 21	2,550,915	2,550,915
2	Grants and other assistance to individuals in the United States. See Part IV, line 22	258,212	258,212
3	Grants and other assistance to governments, organizations, and individuals outside the United States. See Part IV, lines 15 and 16
4	Benefits paid to or for members
5	Compensation of current officers, directors, trustees, and key employees ....	280,809	86,266	151,410	43,133
6	Compensation not included above, to disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B) ....
7	Other salaries and wages	1,062,711	698,036	188,047	176,628
8	Pension plan accruals and contributions (include section 401(k) and 403(b) employer contributions) ....	39,962	24,987	5,932	9,043
9	Other employee benefits .......	188,616	107,509	44,728	36,379
10	Payroll taxes ...........	95,903	55,480	22,959	17,464
11	Fees for services (non-employees):
a	Management ......
b	Legal .........	42,299	3,459		38,840
c	Accounting ...........	22,967		22,967
d	Lobbying ...........
e	Professional fundraising services. See Part IV, line 17
f	Investment management fees ......	27,500		27,500
g	Other (If line 11g amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list line 11g expenses on Schedule O) ........	219,794	180,590	20,799	18,405
12	Advertising and promotion ....	8,003	8,003
13	Office expenses .......	57,484	34,593	13,429	9,462
14	Information technology ......	94,766	66,009	13,376	15,381
15	Royalties ..
16	Occupancy ...........	47,295	27,904	10,878	8,513
17	Travel ............	56,203	36,871	10,615	8,717
18	Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials ......
19	Conferences, conventions, and meetings ....	5,298	2,436	1,701	1,161
20	Interest ...........	48,151	44,130	2,256	1,765
21	Payments to affiliates .......
22	Depreciation, depletion, and amortization .....	101,801	60,063	23,414	18,324
23	Insurance ..............	11,972	6,914	2,876	2,182
24	Other expenses. Itemize expenses not covered above (List miscellaneous expenses in line 24e. If line 24e amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list line 24e expenses on Schedule O.)
a	IQ MAGAZINE	191,139	191,139
b	OTHER EXPENSES	174,587	149,974	22,092	2,521
c	BAD DEBT EXPENSES	137,457	133,800	20	3,637
d	VOLUNTEER TRAVEL & TRAI	19,160	19,160
e	All other expenses
25	Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24e	5,743,004	4,746,450	584,999	411,555
26	Joint costs. Complete this line only if the organization reported in column (B) joint costs from a combined educational campaign and fundraising solicitation. Check here if following SOP 98-2 (ASC 958-720).

Part X Balance Sheet Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part X ..............
	1	Cash–non-interest-bearing .............	1,820,853	1	372,412
2	Savings and temporary cash investments .........	2,209,419	2	2,146,889
3	Pledges and grants receivable, net ...........	1,665,536	3	1,849,857
4	Accounts receivable, net .............	198,167	4	128,869
5	Loans and other receivables from current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees. Complete Part II of Schedule L ..................
			5
6	Loans and other receivables from other disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)), persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B), and contributing employers and sponsoring organizations of section 501(c)(9) voluntary employees' beneficiary organizations (see instructions) Complete Part II of Schedule L
			6
7	Notes and loans receivable, net .............	5,977,863	7	6,384,718
8	Inventories for sale or use ..............		8
9	Prepaid expenses and deferred charges ..........	27,859	9	57,486
10a	Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or other basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule D	10a	3,148,760
b	Less: accumulated depreciation .....	10b	1,076,650	2,079,857	10c	2,072,110
11	Investments—publicly traded securities ..........	39,828,409	11	46,533,724
12	Investments—other securities. See Part IV, line 11 .....	1,128,343	12	1,243,397
13	Investments—program-related. See Part IV, line 11 .....		13
14	Intangible assets ...............		14
15	Other assets. See Part IV, line 11 ...........	6,600	15	6,600
16	Total assets. Add lines 1 through 15 (must equal line 34)......	54,942,906	16	60,796,062
	17	Accounts payable and accrued expenses .........	222,549	17	301,792
18	Grants payable .................	265,400	18	65,145
19	Deferred revenue ................	669,015	19	354,866
20	Tax-exempt bond liabilities .............		20
21	Escrow or custodial account liability. Complete Part IV of Schedule D..	118,216	21	163,258
22	Loans and other payables to current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated employees, and disqualified
	persons. Complete Part II of Schedule L..........		22
23	Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties ..	1,600,357	23	1,736,200
24	Unsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties ....	1,687,497	24	1,676,006
25	Other liabilities (including federal income tax, payables to related third parties, and other liabilities not included on lines 17-24). Complete Part X of Schedule D....................	68,727	25	10,449
26	Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through 25.........	4,631,761	26	4,307,716
		Organizations that follow SFAS 117 (ASC 958), check here and complete lines 27 through 29, and lines 33 and 34.
27	Unrestricted net assets ..............	27,131,307	27	32,728,644
28	Temporarily restricted net assets ...........	4,839,247	28	5,115,817
29	Permanently restricted net assets ...........	18,340,591	29	18,643,885
	Organizations that do not follow SFAS 117 (ASC 958), check here and complete lines 30 through 34.
30	Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds ........		30
31	Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building or equipment fund .....		31
32	Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds		32
33	Total net assets or fund balances ...........	50,311,145	33	56,488,346
34	Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances ........	54,942,906	34	60,796,062

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SCHEDULE A
(Form 990 or 990EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Public Charity Status and Public Support

Complete if the organization is a section 501(c)(3) organization or a section 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust.

Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. right arrow

See separate instructions.
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Information about Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.

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Name of the organization

INITIATIVE FOUNDATION

Employer identification number

36-3451562

Part I

Reason for Public Charity Status (All organizations must complete this part.) See instructions.

The organization is not a private foundation because it is: (For lines 1 through 11, check only one box.)

A church, convention of churches, or association of churches described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(i).

A school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii). (Attach Schedule E.)

A hospital or a cooperative hospital service organization described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(iii).

A medical research organization operated in conjunction with a hospital described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(iii). Enter the hospital's name, city, and state:

An organization operated for the benefit of a college or university owned or operated by a governmental unit described in

section 170(b)(1)(A)(iv). (Complete Part II.)

A federal, state, or local government or governmental unit described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(v).

An organization that normally receives a substantial part of its support from a governmental unit or from the general public described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(vi). (Complete Part II.)

A community trust described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(vi). (Complete Part II.)

An organization that normally receives: (1) more than 331/3% of its support from contributions, membership fees, and gross

receipts from activities related to its exempt functions—subject to certain exceptions, and (2) no more than 331/3% of

its support from gross investment income and unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 tax) from businesses

acquired by the organization after June 30, 1975. See section 509(a)(2). (Complete Part III.)

An organization organized and operated exclusively to test for public safety. See section 509(a)(4).

An organization organized and operated exclusively for the benefit of, to perform the functions of, or to carry out the purposes of one or more publicly supported organizations described in section 509(a)(1) or section 509(a)(2). See section 509(a)(3). Check the box that describes the type of supporting organization and complete lines 11e through 11h.

Type I

Type II

Type III - Functionally integrated

Type III - Non-functionally integrated

By checking this box, I certify that the organization is not controlled directly or indirectly by one or more disqualified persons other than foundation managers and other than one or more publicly supported organizations described in section 509(a)(1) or section 509(a)(2).

If the organization received a written determination from the IRS that it is a Type I, Type II, or Type III supporting organization, check this box ..................................................

Since August 17, 2006, has the organization accepted any gift or contribution from any of the
following persons?

(i) A person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described in (ii)

Yes

and (iii) below, the governing body of the supported organization? ................

11g(i)

(ii) A family member of a person described in (i) above? ......................

11g(ii)

(iii) A 35% controlled entity of a person described in (i) or (ii) above? ................

11g(iii)

Provide the following information about the supported organization(s).

(i) Name of supported organization	(ii) EIN	(iv) Is the organization in col. (i) listed in your governing document?		(v) Did you notify the organization in col. (i) of your support?		(vi) Is the organization in col. (i) organized in the U.S.?		(vii) Amount of monetary support
(i) Name of supported organization	(ii) EIN	Yes	No	Yes	No	Yes	No	(vii) Amount of monetary support


Total

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990EZ.

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Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2013

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Part II

Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Sections 170(b)(1)(A)(iv) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 5, 7, or 8 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part III. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part III.)

Section A. Public Support

Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in)		(a) 2009	(b) 2010	(c) 2011	(d) 2012	(e) 2013	(f) Total
1	Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") ....	2,992,047	3,326,324	4,760,744	5,705,748	4,618,008	21,402,871
2	Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf.......
3	The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..
4	Total. Add lines 1 through 3	2,992,047	3,326,324	4,760,744	5,705,748	4,618,008	21,402,871
5	The portion of total contributions by each person (other than a governmental unit or publicly supported organization) included on line 1 that exceeds 2% of the amount shown on line 11, column (f)..						7,000,348
6	Public support. Subtract line 5 from line 4.						14,402,523

Section B. Total Support

Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in)		(a) 2009	(b) 2010	(c) 2011	(d) 2012	(e) 2013	(f) Total
7	Amounts from line 4..	2,992,047	3,326,324	4,760,744	5,705,748	4,618,008	21,402,871
8	Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources...	759,814	957,818	993,346	1,002,013	885,151	4,598,142
9	Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on..
10	Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.)..	13,211	40,460	42,695	193,546	251,159	541,071
11	Total support (Add lines 7 through 10).						26,542,084

Gross receipts from related activities, etc. (see instructions) ..................

2,894,161

First five years. If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a 501(c)(3) organization, check this box and stop here................................................. right arrow

Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage

Public support percentage for 2013 (line 6, column (f) divided by line 11, column (f)) .........

54.260 %

Public support percentage for 2012 Schedule A, Part II, line 14 ...............

46.150 %

16a

33 1/3% support test—2013. If the organization did not check the box on line 13, and line 14 is 33 1/3% or more, check this box
and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization ....................... right arrow

33 1/3% support test—2012. If the organization did not check a box on line 13 or 16a, and line 15 is 33 1/3% or more, check this
box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization ..................... right arrow

17a

10%-facts-and-circumstances test—2013. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, or 16b, and line 14
is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test, check this box and stop here. Explain
in Part IV how the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported
organization ..................................................... right arrow

10%-facts-and-circumstances test—2012. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, or 17a, and line
15 is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test, check this box and stop here.
Explain in Part IV how the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly
supported organization ................................................ right arrow

Private foundation. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, 17a, or 17b, check this box and see
instructions ..................................................... right arrow

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2013

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Part III

Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Section 509(a)(2)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 9 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part II. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part II.)

Section A. Public Support

Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in)		(a) 2009	(b) 2010	(c) 2011	(d) 2012	(e) 2013	(f) Total
1	Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .
2	Gross receipts from admissions, merchandise sold or services performed, or facilities furnished in any activity that is related to the organization's tax-exempt purpose......
3	Gross receipts from activities that are not an unrelated trade or business under section 513..
4	Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf...
5	The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..
6	Total. Add lines 1 through 5.
7a	Amounts included on lines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons...
b	Amounts included on lines 2 and 3 received from other than disqualified persons that exceed the greater of $5,000 or 1% of the amount on line 13 for the year.
c	Add lines 7a and 7b..
8	Public support (Subtract line 7c from line 6.)

Section B. Total Support

Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in)		(a) 2009	(b) 2010	(c) 2011	(d) 2012	(e) 2013	(f) Total
9	Amounts from line 6...
10a	Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources..
b	Unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975.
c	Add lines 10a and 10b.
11	Net income from unrelated business activities not included in line 10b, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.
12	Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.) ..
13	Total support. (Add lines 9, 10c, 11, and 12.)..

First five years. If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a 501(c)(3) organization,
check this box and stop here............................................. right arrow

Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage

Public support percentage for 2013 (line 8, column (f) divided by line 13, column (f)) .........

Public support percentage from 2012 Schedule A, Part III, line 15 ...............

Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage

Investment income percentage for 2013 (line 10c, column (f) divided by line 13, column (f)) ......

Investment income percentage from 2012 Schedule A, Part III, line 17 .............

19a

33 1/3% support tests—2013. If the organization did not check the box on line 14, and line 15 is more than 33 1/3%, and line 17 is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization ........ right arrow

33 1/3% support tests—2012. If the organization did not check a box on line 14 or line 19a, and line 16 is more than 33 1/3% and line 18 is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization ..... right arrow

Private foundation. If the organization did not check a box on line 14, 19a, or 19b, check this box and see instructions ..... right arrow

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2013

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Part IV

Supplemental Information. Provide the explanations required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; and Part III, line 12. Also complete this part for any additional information. (See instructions).

Facts And Circumstances Test

Explanation

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2013

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Schedule B
(Form 990, 990-EZ,
or 990-PF)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Schedule of Contributors

Attach to Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.

Information about Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.

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Name of the organization

INITIATIVE FOUNDATION

Employer identification number

36-3451562

Organization type (check one):

Filers of:

Section:

Form 990 or 990-EZ

501(c)( ) (enter number) organization

4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust not treated as a private foundation

527 political organization

Form 990-PF

501(c)(3) exempt private foundation

4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust treated as a private foundation

501(c)(3) taxable private foundation

Check if your organization is covered by the General Rule or a Special Rule.
Note. Only a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization can check boxes for both the General Rule and a Special Rule. See instructions.

General Rule

For an organization filing Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF that received, during the year, $5,000 or more (in money or
property) from any one contributor. Complete Parts I and II.

Special Rules

For a section 501(c)(3) organization filing Form 990 or 990-EZ that met the 33¹/3% support test of the regulations
under sections 509(a)(1) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi) and received from any one contributor, during the year, a contribution of the
greater of (1) $5,000 or (2) 2% of the amount on (i) Form 990, Part VIII, line 1h, or (ii) Form 990-EZ, line 1. Complete Parts I and II.

For a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization filing Form 990 or 990-EZ that received from any one contributor,
during the year, total contributions of more than $1,000 for use exclusively for religious, charitable,
scientific, literary, or educational purposes, or for the prevention of cruelty to children or animals. Complete Parts I, II, and
III.

For a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization filing Form 990 or 990-EZ that received from any one contributor,
during the year, contributions for use exclusively for religious, charitable, etc., purposes, but these contributions did
not total more than $1,000. If this box is checked, enter here the total contributions that were received during
the year for an exclusively religious, charitable, etc., purpose. Do not complete any of the parts unless the General Rule
applies to this organization because it received nonexclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions of $5,000 or more
during the year ......................... Arrow Bullet

Caution. An organization that is not covered by the General Rule and/or the Special Rules does not file Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF), but it must answer “No” on Part IV, line 2, of its Form 990; or check the box on line H of its
Form 990-EZ or on its Form 990PF, Part I, line 2, to certify that it does not meet the filing requirements of Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF).

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions
for Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.

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Name of organization INITIATIVE FOUNDATION

Part I	Contributors (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part I if additional space is needed.
(a) No.	(b) Name, address, and ZIP + 4	(c) Total contributions	(d) Type of contribution
RESTRICTED	RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED, RESTRICTEDRESTRICTED	$RESTRICTED	Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a) No.	(b) Name, address, and ZIP + 4	(c) Total contributions	(d) Type of contribution
		$	Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a) No.	(b) Name, address, and ZIP + 4	(c) Total contributions	(d) Type of contribution
		$	Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a) No.	(b) Name, address, and ZIP + 4	(c) Total contributions	(d) Type of contribution
		$	Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a) No.	(b) Name, address, and ZIP + 4	(c) Total contributions	(d) Type of contribution
		$	Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a) No.	(b) Name, address, and ZIP + 4	(c) Total contributions	(d) Type of contribution
		$	Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
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Name of organization INITIATIVE FOUNDATION

Part II	Noncash Property (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part II if additional space is needed.
(a) No. from Part I	(b) Description of noncash property given	(c) FMV (or estimate) (see instructions)	(d) Date received
		$
(a) No. from Part I	(b) Description of noncash property given	(c) FMV (or estimate) (see instructions)	(d) Date received
		$
(a) No. from Part I	(b) Description of noncash property given	(c) FMV (or estimate) (see instructions)	(d) Date received
		$
(a) No. from Part I	(b) Description of noncash property given	(c) FMV (or estimate) (see instructions)	(d) Date received
		$
(a) No. from Part I	(b) Description of noncash property given	(c) FMV (or estimate) (see instructions)	(d) Date received
		$
(a) No. from Part I	(b) Description of noncash property given	(c) FMV (or estimate) (see instructions)	(d) Date received
		$
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Name of organization
INITIATIVE FOUNDATION

Employer identification number

36-3451562

Part III

Exclusively religious, charitable, etc., individual contributions to section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organizations
that total more than $1,000 for the year. Complete columns (a) through (e) and the following line entry.
For organizations completing Part III, enter the total of exclusively religious, charitable, etc.,
contributions of $1,000 or less for the year. (Enter this information once. See instructions.) Arrow Bullet

$
Use duplicate copies of Part III if additional space is needed.

(a) No.
from
Part I

(b) Purpose of gift

(d) Description of how gift is held

(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4	Relationship of transferor to transferee

(a) No.
from
Part I

(b) Purpose of gift

(d) Description of how gift is held

(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4	Relationship of transferor to transferee

(a) No.
from
Part I

(b) Purpose of gift

(d) Description of how gift is held

(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4	Relationship of transferor to transferee

(a) No.
from
Part I

(b) Purpose of gift

(d) Description of how gift is held

(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4	Relationship of transferor to transferee

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SCHEDULE D
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Supplemental Financial Statements

Complete if the organization answered "Yes," to Form 990,
Part IV, line 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11a, 11b, 11c, 11d, 11e, 11f, 12a, or 12b
SchDMd Bullet

Attach to Form 990. SchDMd Bullet

See separate instructions. SchDMd Bullet

Information about Schedule D (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.

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Name of the organization

INITIATIVE FOUNDATION

Employer identification number

36-3451562

Part I

Organizations Maintaining Donor Advised Funds or Other Similar Funds or Accounts. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 6.

		(a) Donor advised funds
1	Total number at end of year .........	14
2	Aggregate contributions to (during year) ...	108,994
3	Aggregate grants from (during year) .....	114,415
4	Aggregate value at end of year ........	1,903,870

Did the organization inform all donors and donor advisors in writing that the assets held in donor advised
funds are the organization's property, subject to the organization's exclusive legal control? ............

Yes No

Did the organization inform all grantees, donors, and donor advisors in writing that grant funds can be
used only for charitable purposes and not for the benefit of the donor or donor advisor, or for any other purpose conferring impermissible private benefit? ...................................

Yes No

Part II

Conservation Easements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 7.

Purpose(s) of conservation easements held by the organization (check all that apply).

Preservation of land for public use (e.g., recreation or education) Preservation of an historically important land area

Protection of natural habitat Preservation of a certified historic structure

Preservation of open space

Complete lines 2a through 2d if the organization held a qualified conservation contribution in the form of a conservation easement on the last day of the tax year.


a	Total number of conservation easements .......................	2a
b	Total acreage restricted by conservation easements ..................	2b
c	Number of conservation easements on a certified historic structure included in (a) .....	2c
d	Number of conservation easements included in (c) acquired after 8/17/06, and not on a historic structure listed in the National Register ....................	2d

Number of conservation easements modified, transferred, released, extinguished, or terminated by the organization during
the tax year SchDMd Bullet

Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is located SchDMd Bullet

Does the organization have a written policy regarding the periodic monitoring, inspection, handling of violations, and
enforcement of the conservation easements it holds? .............................

Yes No

Staff and volunteer hours devoted to monitoring, inspecting, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
SchDMd Bullet

Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring, inspecting, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
SchDMd Bullet

Does each conservation easement reported on line 2(d) above satisfy the requirements of section 170(h)(4)(B)(i) and section 170(h)(4)(B)(ii)? .......................................

Yes No

In Part XIII, describe how the organization reports conservation easements in its revenue and expense statement, and
balance sheet, and include, if applicable, the text of the footnote to the organization’s financial statements that describes
the organization’s accounting for conservation easements.

Part III

Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 8.

If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116 (ASC 958), not to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service, provide, in Part XIII, the text of the footnote to its financial statements that describes these items.

If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116 (ASC 958), to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service, provide the following amounts relating to these items:

(i)

Revenues included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ........................ SchDMd Bullet

(ii)

Assets included in Form 990, Part X .............................. SchDMd Bullet

If the organization received or held works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets for financial gain, provide the
following amounts required to be reported under SFAS 116 (ASC 958) relating to these items:

Revenues included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 .......................... SchDMd Bullet

Assets included in Form 990, Part X ............................... SchDMd Bullet

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.

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Part III

Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets (continued)

Using the organization’s acquisition, accession, and other records, check any of the following that are a significant use of its collection items (check all that apply):

Public exhibition

Loan or exchange programs

Scholarly research

Other

Preservation for future generations

Provide a description of the organization’s collections and explain how they further the organization’s exempt purpose in
Part XIII.

During the year, did the organization solicit or receive donations of art, historical treasures or other similar
assets to be sold to raise funds rather than to be maintained as part of the organization’s collection?........

Yes No

Part IV

Escrow and Custodial Arrangements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,
Part IV, line 9, or reported an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21.

Is the organization an agent, trustee, custodian or other intermediary for contributions or other assets not
included on Form 990, Part X? ....................................

Yes No

If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIII and complete the following table:


c	Beginning balance .................................	1c
d	Additions during the year ..............................	1d
e	Distributions during the year .............................	1e
f	Ending balance ...................................	1f

Did the organization include an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21? .....................

Yes No

If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIII. Check here if the explanation has been provided in Part XIII ........

Part V

Endowment Funds. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 10.

		(a)Current year	(b)Prior year	b (c)Two years back	(d)Three years back	(e)Four years back
1a	Beginning of year balance ....	39,756,935	35,130,803	35,288,810	31,916,844	25,545,367
b	Contributions ........	1,166,007	1,357,998	1,494,740	739,709	669,443
c	Net investment earnings, gains, and losses	6,466,873	4,694,009	-547,680	3,885,690	6,598,427
d	Grants or scholarships .....
e	Other expenditures for facilities and programs ........	1,866,527	1,425,875	1,077,067	1,253,433	896,393
f	Administrative expenses ....
g	End of year balance ......	45,523,288	39,756,935	35,130,803	35,288,810	31,916,844

Provide the estimated percentage of the current year end balance (line 1g, column (a)) held as:

Board designated or quasi-endowment SchDMd Bullet

52.670 %

Permanent endowment SchDMd Bullet

40.950 %

Temporarily restricted endowment SchDMd Bullet

6.380 %

The percentages in lines 2a, 2b, and 2c should equal 100%.

Are there endowment funds not in the possession of the organization that are held and administered for the
organization by:

Yes

(i) unrelated organizations ........................

3a(i)

(ii) related organizations ........................

3a(ii)

If "Yes" to 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule R? .........

Describe in Part XIII the intended uses of the organization's endowment funds.

Part VI

Land, Buildings, and Equipment. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 11a. See Form 990, Part X, line 10.

Description of property		(b)Cost or other basis (other)	(c) Accumulated depreciation	(d) Book value
1a	Land .................	768,200		768,200
b	Buildings ................	1,756,111	600,601	1,155,510
c	Leasehold improvements ............
d	Equipment ................	624,449	476,049	148,400
e	Other .................
Total. Add lines 1a through 1e. (Column (d) must equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), line 10(c).).......				2,072,110

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Part VII

InvestmentsOther Securities. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 11b. See Form 990, Part X, line 12.

(a) Description of security or category (including name of security)		(b)Book value	(c) Method of valuation: Cost or end-of-year market value
(1)Financial derivatives
(2)Closely-held equity interests
Other








Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col. (B) line 12.)

Part VIII

InvestmentsProgram Related. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 11c. See Form 990, Part X, line 13.

(a) Description of investment		(b) Book value	(c) Method of valuation: Cost or end-of-year market value









Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 13.)

Part IX

Other Assets. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 11d. See Form 990, Part X, line 15.

(a) Description				(b) Book value









Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 15.)...........

Part X

Other Liabilities. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 11e or 11f. See Form 990, Part X, line 25.

1.(a) Description of liability		(b) Book value
Federal income taxes
LOAN GUARANTEE LIABILITY		3,325
CAPITAL LEASE PAYABLE		7,124







Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 25.)		10,449
2. Liability for uncertain tax positions In Part XIII, provide the text of the footnote to the organization's financial statements that reports the organization's liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740). Check here if the text of the footnote has been provided in Part XIII ..................................................

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Part XI Reconciliation of Revenue per Audited Financial Statements With Revenue per Return Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
1	Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statements .......			1	11,746,511
2	Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12:
a	Net unrealized gains on investments ..........	2a	4,930,416
b	Donated services and use of facilities .........	2b
c	Recoveries of prior year grants ...........	2c
d	Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............	2d
e	Add lines 2a through 2d .....................			2e	4,930,416
3	Subtract line 2e from line 1.....................			3	6,816,095
4	Amounts included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, but not on line 1:
a	Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b .	4a
b	Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ...........	4b	173,694
c	Add lines 4a and 4b.......................			4c	173,694
5	Total revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 12.) ......			5	6,989,789

Part XII Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
1	Total expenses and losses per audited financial statements ...........			1	5,569,310
2	Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25:
a	Donated services and use of facilities ..........	2a
b	Prior year adjustments ..............	2b
c	Other losses ................	2c
d	Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............	2d	-173,694
e	Add lines 2a through 2d......................			2e	-173,694
3	Subtract line 2e from line 1.....................			3	5,743,004
4	Amounts included on Form 990, Part IX, line 25, but not on line 1:
a	Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b ..	4a
b	Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............	4b
c	Add lines 4a and 4b.......................			4c	0
5	Total expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 18.) ......			5	5,743,004

Part XIII

Supplemental Information

Provide the descriptions required for Part II, lines 3, 5, and 9; Part III, lines 1a and 4; Part lV, lines 1b and 2b;
Part V, line 4; Part X, line 2; Part XI, lines 2d and 4b; and Part XII, lines 2d and 4b. Also complete this part to provide any additional information.

Return Reference	Explanation
PART IV, LINE 2B:	THE FOUNDATION HOLDS FUNDS TRANSFERRED TO THEM FROM OTHER ORGANIZATIONS FOR INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT PURPOSES. THE FUNDS ARE TO BE DISTRIBUTED BACK TO THESE ORGANIZATIONS AS THEY REQUEST THEM. THE FOUNDATION HAS NO VARIANCE POWER OVER THE FUNDS.
PART V, LINE 4:	BOARD DESIGNATED ENDOWMENT FUNDS PROVIDE PROGRAM AND OPERATING SUPPORT FOR THE INITIATIVE FOUNDATION'S MISSION SPECIFIC WORK. DONOR DESIGNATED ENDOWMENT FUNDS DEVELOP COMMUNITY RESOURCES TO ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF LIFE OF INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES THROUGH VARIOUS COMMUNITIES IN MINNESOTA. SOME DONOR DESIGNATED ENDOWMENT FUNDS ARE ALSO USED TO PROVIDE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS PURSUING POST SECONDARY EDUCATION, TO AWARD GRANTS THAT PROMOTE VARIOUS INTIATIVES PURSUED BY THE DONOR, AND TO SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS CONDUCTING VARIOUS CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES.
PART X, LINE 2:	THE FOUNDATION IS EXEMPT FROM INCOME TAXES UNDER SECTION 501(C)(3) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE AND CORRESPONDING STATE TAX CODES, AND THEREFORE THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS DO NOT INCLUDE A PROVISION FOR INCOME TAXES. CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE FOUNDATION QUALIFY AS A CHARITABLE TAX DEDUCTION BY THE CONTRIBUTOR. THE FOUNDATION IS SUBJECT TO UNRELATED BUSINESS INCOME TAX WITH RESPECT TO ADVERTISING INCOME AND INCOME FROM INVESTMENT IN PARTNERSHIPS. THE FOUNDATION'S 2010-2012 TAX YEARS ARE OPEN FOR EXAMINATION BY FEDERAL AND STATE TAXING AUTHORITIES. THE FOUNDATION FILES AS A TAX EXEMPT ORGANIZATION, SHOULD THAT STATUS BE CHALLENGED IN THE FUTURE, ALL YEARS SINCE INCEPTION WOULD BE SUBJECT TO REVIEW BY THE IRS.
PART XI, LINE 4B - OTHER ADJUSTMENTS:	SPECIAL EVENT EXPENSES -23,302. BAD DEBT RECOVERIES 196,996.
PART XII, LINE 2D - OTHER ADJUSTMENTS:	SPECIAL EVENT EXPENSES 23,302. BAD DEBT RECOVERIES -196,996.

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SCHEDULE G (Form 990 or 990-EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Supplemental Information Regarding
Fundraising or Gaming Activities

Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, lines 17, 18, or 19, or if the organization entered more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a. right arrow

Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. right arrow

See separate instructions.
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Information about Schedule G (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.

OMB No. 1545-0047

2013

Open to Public Inspection

Name of the organization
INITIATIVE FOUNDATION

Employer identification number

36-3451562

Part I

Fundraising Activities. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 17.

Form 990-EZ filers are not required to complete this part.

Indicate whether the organization raised funds through any of the following activities. Check all that apply.

a	Mail solicitations	e	Solicitation of non-government grants
b	Internet and email solicitations	f	Solicitation of government grants
c	Phone solicitations	g	Special fundraising events
d	In-person solicitations

Did the organization have a written or oral agreement with any individual (including officers, directors, trustees

or key employees listed in Form 990, Part VII) or entity in connection with professional fundraising services?

Yes

If "Yes," list the ten highest paid individuals or entities (fundraisers) pursuant to agreements under which the fundraiser is
to be compensated at least $5,000 by the organization.

(i) Name and address of individual or entity (fundraiser)	(iii) Did fundraiser have custody or control of contributions?
	Yes	No










Total .................

List all states in which the organization is registered or licensed to solicit contributions or has been notified it is exempt from registration or licensing.

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990or 990-EZ.

Cat. No. 50083H

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Part II

Fundraising Events. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 18, or reported more than $15,000 of fundraising event contributions and gross income on Form 990-EZ, lines 1 and 6b. List events with gross receipts greater than $5,000.

		(a) Event #1 TRCF GOLF EVENT (event type)	(b) Event #2 TRCF CONCERT ON COURSE (event type)	(d) Total events (add col. (a) through col. (c))
1	Gross receipts . . .	38,376	21,423	59,799
2	Less: Contributions . .	5,636		5,636
3	Gross income (line 1 minus line 2) . . .	32,740	21,423	54,163
4	Cash prizes . . .
5	Noncash prizes . .	549		549
6	Rent/facility costs . .	5,382	4,619	10,001
7	Food and beverages .	1,915	804	2,719
8	Entertainment . . .		4,000	4,000
9	Other direct expenses .	248	5,785	6,033
10	Direct expense summary. Add lines 4 through 9 in column (d) ...........			23,302
11	Net income summary. Subtract line 10 from line 3, column (d)...........			30,861

Part III

Gaming. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 19, or reported more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a.

(a) Bingo

(b) Pull tabs/Instant
bingo/progressive bingo

(c) Other gaming

(d) Total gaming (add col.(a) through col.(c))

Gross revenue . . . .

Cash prizes . . . .

Non-cash prizes . . .

Rent/facility costs . . .

Other direct expenses . .

Volunteer labor . . .

	Yes %
	No

	Yes %
	No

	Yes %
	No

Direct expense summary. Add lines 2 through 5 in column (d) ........... right arrow

Net gaming income summary. Subtract line 7 from line 1, column (d) ......... right arrow

Enter the state(s) in which the organization operates gaming activities:

Is the organization licensed to operate gaming activities in each of these states? ............

YesNo

If "No," explain:

10a

Were any of the organization's gaming licenses revoked, suspended or terminated during the tax year? .....

YesNo

If "Yes," explain:

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Does the organization operate gaming activities with nonmembers? .................

YesNo

Is the organization a grantor, beneficiary or trustee of a trust or a member of a partnership or other entity

formed to administer charitable gaming? ..........................

YesNo

Indicate the percentage of gaming activity operated in:

The organization's facility ......................

13a

An outside facility ........................

13b

Enter the name and address of the person who prepares the organization's gaming/special events books and records:

Name

Address

15a

Does the organization have a contract with a third party from whom the organization receives gaming

revenue? ......................................

YesNo

If "Yes," enter the amount of gaming revenue received by the organization right arrow

$ and the

amount of gaming revenue retained by the third party right arrow

$ .

If "Yes," enter name and address of the third party:

Name

Address

Gaming manager information:

Name

Gaming manager compensation right arrow

Description of services provided right arrow

Director/officer Employee Independent contractor

Mandatory distributions:

Is the organization required under state law to make charitable distributions from the gaming proceeds to

retain the state gaming license? ............................

YesNo

Enter the amount of distributions required under state law distributed to other exempt organizations or spent

in the organization's own exempt activities during the tax year right arrow

Part IV

Supplemental Information. Provide the explanations required by Part I, line 2b, columns (iii) and (v), and Part III, lines 9, 9b, 10b, 15b, 15c, 16, and 17b, as applicable. Also complete this part to provide any additional information (see instructions).

Return Reference	Explanation

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Schedule I
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations,
Governments and Individuals in the United States

Complete if the organization answered "Yes," to Form 990, Part IV, line 21 or 22.
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Attach to Form 990
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Information about Schedule I (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.

OMB No. 1545-0047

2013

Open to Public
Inspection

Name of the organization
INITIATIVE FOUNDATION

Employer identification number
36-3451562

Part I

General Information on Grants and Assistance

Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of the grants or assistance, the grantees' eligibility for the grants or assistance, and
the selection criteria used to award the grants or assistance? ....................................

Yes No

Describe in Part IV the organization's procedures for monitoring the use of grant funds in the United States.

Part II

Grants and Other Assistance to Governments and Organizations in the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to
Form 990, Part IV, line 21, for any recipient that received more than $5,000. Part II can be duplicated if additional space is needed.

(a) Name and address of organization or government	(b) EIN	(c) IRC Code section if applicable	(d) Amount of cash grant	(h) Purpose of grant or assistance
(1) ADULT DAY SERVICES INC 620 CARR LAKE ROAD SE BEMIDJI,MN56601	43-1960840	501C3	5,000	TO EXPAND THE SUPPORTIVE SERVICES PROVIDED TO ADULT DAY SERVICES CLIENTS IN THE WALKER AREA BY INCREASING DAYS OF OPERATION, OFFERING ADDITIONAL TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS AND EXPANDING THERAPEUTIC SERVICES; ENABLING ADULTS EXPERIENCING PHYSICAL AND/OR COGNITIVE CHALLENGES TO REMAIN LIVING SEMI-INDEPENDENTLY IN THEIR HOMES.
(2) ALLINA ASSOCIATED FOUNDATION 701 SOUTH DELLWOOD ST CAMBRIDGE,MN55008	27-4116873	501C3	7,500	TO PROVIDE BOOKS TO CHILDREN (AGES 6 MONTHS TO 5 YEARS) AT THEIR 'WELL CHILD' VISITS, THEREBY PROVIDING A FOUNDATION FOR EARLY LITERACY AND ENHANCING SCHOOL PREPAREDNESS. THE PHYSICIANS AND NURSES GO BEYOND TRADITIONAL MEDICAL CARE TO ENCOURAGE READING AT HOME, PROMOTE THE BENEFITS OF READING FROM INFANCY TOWARD, AND TEACH PARENTS HOW TO READ TO THEIR CHILDREN AT EACH DEVELOPMENTAL STAGE.
(3) ALLINA ASSOCIATED FOUNDATION 701 SOUTH DELLWOOD ST CAMBRIDGE,MN55008	27-4116873	501C3	7,500	TO SUPPORT THE ADVANCEMENT OF A NEW EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT AT THE CAMBRIDGE MEDICAL CENTER.
(4) ANDERSON CENTER 122 12TH AVE N STE 102 ST CLOUD,MN56303	41-1911774	501C3	10,000	TO INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY TO HIGH QUALITY TRAINING THAT SUPPORTS NEW AND EXPANDING BUSINESSES IN GREATER MINNESOTA. NEW AND EXPANDING COMPANIES OFTEN STRUGGLE WITH ISSUES RELATED TO FINANCE, MARKETING, STRATEGY, SUCCESSION PLANNING, AND A RANGE OF OTHER ISSUES; THE ANDERSON CENTER PROVIDES OPPORTUNITIES TO LEARN FROM EXPERTS IN THESE AREAS AND MORE. TO LEARN MORE ABOUT SPECIFIC OFFERINGS AND SCHEDULES VISIT: HTTP://ANDERSON-CENTER.ORG.
(5) BALDWIN TOWNSHIP 30239 128TH STREET PO BOX 25 PRINCETON,MN55371	41-1444633	UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	10,000	TO MOVE INTO PHASE TWO OF IMPLEMENTATION OF THE BALDWIN TOWNSHIP HEALTHY COMMUNITIES PARTNERSHIP PLAN. PRIORITIES INCLUDE COMPLETING A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, CREATING A BUSINESS ASSOCIATION OR CHAMBER, AND PARK AND RECREATION DEVELOPMENT.
(6) BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF CENTRAL MN 15 SIXTH AVENUE N ST CLOUD,MN56303	41-0972056	501C3	5,000	TO PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR COLLEGE PREPARATORY PROGRAM WHICH INCLUDES A 'TOOL KIT FOR COLLEGE' WORKSHOP, DEVELOPMENT OF INDIVIDUAL COLLEGE PREP PLANS, COORDINATION OF COLLEGE VISITS, A TRIP TO THE NATIONAL COLLEGE FAIR, FINANCIAL AID APPLICATION ASSISTANCE, SCHOLARSHIP RESEARCH AND MUCH MORE. THE PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO HELP YOUTH REALIZE THAT POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION IS AN OPTION AND TO MAKE SMART CHOICES ABOUT THEIR LIFE AND FUTURE.
(7) BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF THE LEECH LAKE AREA 208 CENTRAL AVENUE PO BOX 817 CASS LAKE,MN56633	41-1929446	501C3	10,000	TO SUPPORT THE 2013 JUNIOR STAFF PROGRAM THAT OFFERS PAID EMPLOYMENT AND CRITICAL WORKFORCE TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES TO LOW-INCOME TEENS IN THE CASS LAKE AREA.
(8) BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF CENTRAL MN 345 30TH AVENUE NORTH ST CLOUD,MN56303	41-1245177	501C3	5,000	TO PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR CAREER LAUNCH, JUNIOR STAFF AND GOALS FOR GROWTH PROGRAMS, DESIGNED TO EMPOWER YOUTH IN GAINING VALUABLE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE FOR COLLEGE AND CAREER READINESS.
(9) BRAINERD BAXTER YOUTH CENTER 723 WASHINGTON STREET BRAINERD,MN56401	27-2547560	501C3	10,000	TO SUPPORT THE SHOP'S PROGRAMS FOR DISADVANTAGED YOUTH, AS WELL AS A COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING PROCESS FOR SUSTAINING THE ORGANIZATION.
(10) BRAINERD LAKES AREA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORP 124 N 6TH STREET BRAINERD,MN56401	41-1543292	501C3	10,000	TO SUPPORT IT BUSINESS RETENTION AND ATTRACTION TO THE REGION (INCLUDING RECRUITMENT OF SKILLED WORKFORCE). IN ADDITION, THE EXECS PROJECT WILL OFFER THE SERVICES AND EXPERTISE OF VETERAN PRIVATE SECTOR EXECUTIVES TO REVIEW AND OFFER COUNSEL TO AREA BUSINESSES ON EMERGING OPPORTUNITIES, CHALLENGES OR PROJECTS.
(11) BRAINERD SCHOOL DISTRICT 804 OAK STREET BRAINERD,MN56401	41-6000789	SCHOOL DISTRICT	10,000	TO DEVELOP STRATEGIES TO ENHANCE CHILDREN'S SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL READINESS FOR SCHOOL, AND TO STRENGTHEN THEIR EXISTING RELATIONSHIP WITH THE BRAINERD LAKES AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INCLUDING PARTNERING WITH PILOT BUSINESSES TO ENCOURAGE EMPLOYEE PARTICIPATION IN EARLY CHILDHOOD LITERACY AND READING PROGRAMS.
(12) CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF THE DIOCESE OF ST CLOUD 911 18TH STREET N PO BOX 2390 ST CLOUD,MN56301	41-0737799	501C3	10,000	TO PROVIDE START-UP OPERATING SUPPORT FOR A TRANSITIONAL HOUSE FOR HOMELESS YOUTH IN THE GREATER ST. CLOUD AREA.
(13) CENTER FOR NONPROFIT EXCELLENCE & SOCIAL INNOVATION (CNESI) 101 7TH AVENUE SOUTH SUITE 201 ST CLOUD,MN56301	30-0513819	501C3	10,000	TO ENGAGE AND SUPPORT EMERGING NONPROFITS, SPECIFICALLY IMMIGRANT-LED ORGANIZATIONS, AS THEY DEVELOP THEIR INFRASTRUCTURE AND PROGRAMS TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THEIR COMMUNITIES. A PORTION OF FUNDS WILL BE USED TO SUPPORT THE 2013 INNOVATION SUMMIT.
(14) CENTRAL LAKES COLLEGE FOUNDATION 501 WEST COLLEGE DRIVE BRAINERD,MN56401	23-7007111	501C3	5,000	TO EVALUATE EXISTING AFFORDABLE RENTAL/STUDENT HOUSING OPTIONS IN THE BRAINERD LAKES AREA, AND PREPARE RECOMMENDATIONS TO GUIDE PUBLIC AND PRIVATE INVESTMENTS IN THE COMMUNITY.
(15) CENTRAL MN HABITAT FOR HUMANITY 3335 WEST ST GERMAIN ST STE 108 SAINT CLOUD,MN56301	58-1285159	501C3	10,000	TO ADVANCE THE GOALS DEVELOPED DURING PARTICIPATION IN THE TOP FINANCIAL RESILIENCY THROUGH SOCIAL ENTERPRISE PROGRAM.
(16) CENTRAL MN SUSTAINABILITY PROJECT 113 5TH AVENUE SOUTH ST CLOUD,MN56301	27-0698641	501C3	10,000	TO ADVANCE THE GOALS DEVELOPED DURING PARTICIPATION IN THE TOP FINANCIAL RESILIENCY THROUGH SOCIAL ENTERPRISE PROGRAM.
(17) CENTRAL MN SUSTAINABILITY PROJECT 113 5TH AVENUE SOUTH ST CLOUD,MN56301	27-0698641	501C3	5,000	TO DELIVER THE MARKET GARDENS PROJECT, DESIGNED TO SUPPORT APPRENTICESHIPS FOR NEW AMERICANS, AND OTHER LOW INCOME OR MARGINALIZED COMMUNITIES WHO WILL GROW PRODUCE FOR SALE UNDER THE MENTORSHIP OF A MASTER GARDENER. THIS PROJECT WILL PROVIDE LAND ACCESS, FARMING AND BUSINESS EDUCATION, AND SUPPORT TO APPRENTICES; GENERATING EARNED INCOME FOR THE ORGANIZATION AND THE APPRENTICE.
(18) CHILD CARE CHOICES INC 2901 CLEARWATER ROAD ST CLOUD,MN56301	41-1321820	501C3	5,000	TO PROVIDE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE, BUSINESS PLANNING, AND COACHING TO HELP PROVIDERS UNDERSTAND HOW TO BEST DEMONSTRATE QUALITY CARE AND ACHIEVE HIGH RANKINGS UNDER THIS NEW STATE PROGRAM. CHILD CARE PROVIDERS THAT DEMONSTRATE IMPROVEMENT IN RANKINGS CAN HELP SECURE SPONSORSHIPS TO ASSIST INCOME ELIGIBLE FAMILIES AFFORD QUALITY CARE.
(19) CHILD CARE CHOICES INC 2901 CLEARWATER ROAD ST CLOUD,MN56301	41-1321820	501C3	10,000	TO ADVANCE THE GOALS DEVELOPED THROUGH PARTICIPATION IN THE 2013 THRIVING ORGANIZATIONS PARTNERSHIP (TOP) FINANCIAL RESILIENCY AND SOCIAL ENTERPRISE PROGRAM.
(20) CHILDREN'S LAW CENTER OF MINNESOTA 450 SYNDICATE ST N SUITE 315 ST PAUL,MN55104	41-1761589	501C3	5,000	TO SUPPORT RECRUITMENT AND TRAINING OF LOCAL VOLUNTEER ATTORNEYS AND YOUTH SERVICE WORKERS IN BEST PRACTICES FOR ASSISTING AT-RISK, HOMELESS AND FOSTER CARE YOUTH; TO ENGAGE AREA LEGAL FIRMS IN RECRUITING VOLUNTEER ATTORNEYS, AND RAISE AWARENESS OF JUDGES REGARDING THE VALUE OF YOUTH PARTICIPATING IN DECISIONS THAT AFFECT THEIR LIVES AND THOSE OF THEIR FAMILIES.
(21) CITY OF BRAINERD 501 LAUREL STREET BRAINERD,MN56401	41-6005001	UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	10,000	TO DEVELOP A PLAN TO BETTER CONNECT THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER TO THE BRAINERD COMMUNITY UTILIZING A CITIZEN LED, CENTER FOR RURAL DESIGN ASSISTED, PLANNING PROCESS THAT WILL INCLUDE AN OVERVIEW OF THE OPPORTUNITIES FOR RECREATION, HOUSING REDEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTALLY SOUND COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT ALONG THE RIVER AS IT PASSES THROUGH THE COMMUNITY.
(22) CITY OF BRAINERD 501 LAUREL STREET BRAINERD,MN56401	41-6005001	UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	10,000	TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES ASSOCIATED WITH ASSESSMENT OF ASSETS AND RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH THE POTENTIAL SALE OF THIS SHUTTERED MILL FACILITY.
(23) CITY OF CLEARWATER 605 COUNTY ROAD 75 PO BOX 9 CLEARWATER,MN55320	41-6005054	UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	5,000	TO SUPPORT ENGAGING YOUTH AND ADULTS IN THE GREATER CLEARWATER AREA IN PILOTING YOUTH ACTIVITIES AND GATHERING INPUT THAT WILL LEAD TO THE FURTHER PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION OF AN AREA COMMUNITY CENTER AND EXPANDED YOUTH PROGRAMS.
(24) CITY OF HOLDINGFORD PO BOX 69 HOLDINGFORD,MN56340	41-6005241	UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	10,000	TO IMPLEMENT COMMUNITY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BY OPENING A LOCAL MUSEUM, EXPANDING PUBLIC GARDENS AND ART, DEVELOPING A TOWN SQUARE , ATTRACTING NEW BUSINESSES AND INCREASING THE USE OF THE EXISTING COMMUNITY CENTER FOR ALL AGES.
(25) CITY OF HOWARD LAKE 625 8TH AVENUE PO BOX 736 HOWARD LAKE,MN55349	41-6005249	UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	10,000	TO STRENGTHEN THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF HOWARD LAKE THROUGH ORGANIZING THE NEW CHAMBER, TRAINING CHAMBER LEADERSHIP, MARKETING THE INDUSTRIAL PARK AND COMPLETING A DETAILED RETAIL AREA ANALYSIS. THIS GRANT WAS SUPPORTED BY A GIFT FROM THE XCEL ENERGY FOUNDATION.
(26) CITY OF MILACA 255 1ST STREET EAST MILACA,MN56353	41-6005370	UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	10,000	TO FORM AND ACTIVATE THE MILACA COMMUNITY ACTION TEAM AS A LOCAL COMMUNITY SERVICE ORGANIZATION THAT WILL KEEP PROJECTS MOVING FORWARD THROUGH DEVELOPING AND IMPLEMENTING A COMPREHENSIVE VOLUNTEER RECRUITMENT AND MANAGEMENT STRATEGY. THE ORGANIZATION WILL FOCUS ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND ENHANCING THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN THE GREATER MILACA AREA.
(27) CITY OF MILACA 255 1ST STREET EAST MILACA,MN56353	41-6005370	UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	15,793	TO SUPPORT THE MILACA BANDSHELL PROJECT.
(28) CITY OF SARTELL 125 PINECONE ROAD NORTH SARTELL,MN56377	41-6008901	UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	10,000	TO RETAIN A CONSULTANT TO HELP AREA BUSINESSES SURVIVE THE DISRUPTIONS ASSOCIATED WITH HIGHWAY 15 RECONSTRUCTION, AND TO ENGAGE THE PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SECTORS IN PLANNING AND 'PLACEMAKING' FOR THIS GROWING PROFESSIONAL/COMMERCIAL NEIGHBORHOOD. PLACEMAKING INCLUDES IDENTIFYING A SHARED VISION, SUPPORTING ACTIVITIES AND AMENITIES WHICH ATTRACT BOTH BUSINESSES AND CUSTOMERS, AND CREATING A UNIQUE 'BRAND' FOR THIS INCREASINGLY CRITICAL ECONOMIC HUB OF THE COMMUNITY.
(29) CITY OF TAYLORS FALLS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION 637 FIRST STREET TAYLORS FALLS,MN55084	41-6005571	UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	5,000	TO PROVIDE FOR THE EXPANSION OF THE SUCCESSFUL TAYLORS FALLS RIVER WALK, BUILDING THE COMMUNITY THROUGH HEALTHY ACTIVITY, PROTECTING KEY NATURAL RESOURCES AND INCREASING ECONOMIC ACTIVITY IN AND AROUND THE CITY.
(30) CITY OF WADENA 222 2ND STREET SE PO BOX 30 WADENA,MN56482		UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	14,380	TO SUPPORT POST-TORNADO CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW WADENA REGIONAL WELLNESS CENTER WITH DESIGNATED FUNDS RAISED BY A LOCAL FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE.
(31) CITY OF WADENA 222 2ND STREET SE PO BOX 30 WADENA,MN56482		UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	48,279	TO SUPPORT POST-TORNADO CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW WADENA REGIONAL WELLNESS CENTER WITH DESIGNATED FUNDS RAISED BY A LOCAL FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE.
(32) CITY OF WADENA 222 2ND STREET SE PO BOX 30 WADENA,MN56482		UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	5,762	"TO SUPPORT POST-TORNADO CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW WADENA REGIONAL WELLNESS CENTER WITH DESIGNATED FUNDS RAISED BY A LOCAL FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE.
(33) CITY OF WADENA 222 2ND STREET SE PO BOX 30 WADENA,MN56482		UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	38,838	TO SUPPORT POST-TORNADO CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW WADENA REGIONAL WELLNESS CENTER WITH DESIGNATED FUNDS RAISED BY A LOCAL FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE.
(34) CITY OF WADENA 222 2ND STREET SE PO BOX 30 WADENA,MN56482		UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	51,117	TO SUPPORT POST-TORNADO CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW WADENA REGIONAL WELLNESS CENTER WITH DESIGNATED FUNDS RAISED BY A LOCAL FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE.
(35) CITY OF WADENA 222 2ND STREET SE PO BOX 30 WADENA,MN56482		UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	5,163	TO SUPPORT POST-TORNADO CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW WADENA REGIONAL WELLNESS CENTER.
(36) CITY OF WADENA 222 2ND STREET SE PO BOX 30 WADENA,MN56482		UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	28,550	TO SUPPORT POST-TORNADO CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW WADENA REGIONAL WELLNESS CENTER WITH DESIGNATED FUNDS RAISED BY A LOCAL FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE.
(37) CITY OF WADENA 222 2ND STREET SE PO BOX 30 WADENA,MN56482		UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	9,308	TO SUPPORT POST-TORNADO CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW WADENA REGIONAL WELLNESS CENTER WITH DESIGNATED FUNDS RAISED BY A LOCAL FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE.
(38) CITY OF WADENA 222 2ND STREET SE PO BOX 30 WADENA,MN56482		UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	55,122	TO SUPPORT POST-TORNADO CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW WADENA REGIONAL WELLNESS CENTER WITH DESIGNATED FUNDS RAISED BY A LOCAL FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE.
(39) CITY OF WADENA 222 2ND STREET SE PO BOX 30 WADENA,MN56482		UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	53,140	WADENA REGIONAL WELLNESS CENTER
(40) CITY OF WADENA 222 2ND STREET SE PO BOX 30 WADENA,MN56482		UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	278,319	TO SUPPORT POST-TORNADO CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW WADENA REGIONAL WELLNESS CENTER WITH DESIGNATED FUNDS RAISED BY A LOCAL FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE.
(41) CITY OF WADENA 222 2ND STREET SE PO BOX 30 WADENA,MN56482		UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	796,988	TO SUPPORT POST-TORNADO CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW WADENA REGIONAL WELLNESS CENTER WITH DESIGNATED FUNDS RAISED BY A LOCAL FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE.
(42) CITY OF WAVERLY PO BOX 189 WAVERLY,MN55390	41-6005629	UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	10,000	THE CITY OF WAVERLY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY HAS BEEN GRANTED $10,000 TO UTILIZE THE INITIATIVE FOUNDATION'S THRIVING COMMUNITIES INITIATIVE PROGRAM IN ORDER TO PLAN FOR, AND TO BEGIN TO IMPLEMENT, DOWNTOWN IMPROVEMENTS.
(43) COMMUNITY AID OF ELK RIVER (CAER) 19279 WATSON STREET NW ELK RIVER,MN55330	41-1415484	501C3	5,000	TO COORDINATE FREE CAR REPAIR PROVIDED BY VOLUNTEER MECHANICS IN DONATED SPACE TO ENABLE LOW INCOME INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES MEET THEIR ESSENTIAL TRANSPORTATION NEEDS.
(44) COMMUNITY AID OF ELK RIVER (CAER) 19279 WATSON STREET NW ELK RIVER,MN55330	41-1415484	501C3	5,000	TO SUPPORT CAER'S KID KITZ SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD PROGRAM FOR LOW-INCOME FAMILIES.
(45) CUYUNA RANGE YOUTH CENTER 15 3RD AVENUE SW PO BOX 263 CROSBY,MN56441	06-1778801	501C3	5,000	TO SUPPORT AN ARRAY OF POSITIVE INTERGENERATIONAL ACTIVITIES, INCLUDING WORKFORCE READINESS SKILL DEVELOPMENT, FOR YOUTH FACING HIGH RISK SITUATIONS.
(46) DREAMS UNITEDSUEOS UNIDOS 15261 COUNTY 38 LONG PRAIRIE,MN56347	02-0792926	501C3	10,000	TO DEVELOP ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY COOPERATION BETWEEN THE ANGLO AND HISPANIC COMMUNITIES IN LONG PRAIRIE THROUGH DOWNTOWN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, COMMUNITY GARDENS, FARMERS MARKETS AND OTHER COMMUNITY EVENTS THAT LEAD TO CULTURAL EXCHANGE AND UNDERSTANDING.
(47) EAGLE'S HEALING NEST HIGHWAY 71 N UNIT 881 SAUK CENTRE,MN56378	46-0617435	501C3	5,000	TO SUPPORT THIS PROGRAM THAT PROVIDES PROVEN SELF AWARENESS, COPING AND PLANNING TOOLS THAT HELP INDIVIDUALS HINDERED BY MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES IMPROVE THEIR LIVES AND ECONOMIC SITUATIONS.
(48) ELK RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT 815 HIGHWAY 10 ELK RIVER,MN55330	41-6003818	SCHOOL DISTRICT	5,000	TO WORK WITH AREA PARTNERS INCLUDING THE ELK RIVER AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, DISTRICT EDUCATORS, DAY CARE PROVIDERS, AND INDIVIDUAL EMPLOYERS TO SUPPORT EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT AND LITERACY, AND ENCOURAGE 'FAMILY FRIENDLY' POLICIES AS A PRODUCTIVITY AND EMPLOYEE RETENTION STRATEGY.
(49) FAITH IN ACTION GREATER SHERBURNE COUNTY 13074 EDGEWOOD STREET BECKER,MN55308	20-2223330	501C3	10,000	TO ADVANCE THE GOALS DEVELOPED DURING PARTICIPATION IN THE TOP FINANCIAL RESILIENCY THROUGH SOCIAL ENTERPRISE PROGRAM.
(50) GOODWILLEASTER SEALS MN 553 FAIRVIEW AVENUE NORTH SAINT PAUL,MN55104	41-0706171	501C3	7,500	TO PREPARE LOW-INCOME ADULTS WITH MULTIPLE BARRIERS TO BEGIN WORKING IN A VARIETY OF JOBS WITHIN THE BANKING AND CALL CENTER INDUSTRIES, TWO SECTORS THAT CONTINUE TO ADD JOBS IN MINNESOTA. THE ADULTS WHO ENROLL IN SKILLS TRAINING HAVE A NUMBER OF BARRIERS TO OVERCOME IN ORDER TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN COMPETITIVE EMPLOYMENT, INCLUDING LITTLE OR NO WORK EXPERIENCE, LIMITED ENGLISH SPEAKING PROFICIENCY, AND MENTAL OR PHYSICAL DISABILITIES.
(51) GREAT RIVER FAMILY PROMISE POST OFFICE BOX 592 ELK RIVER,MN55330	39-2074289	501C3	5,000	TO SUPPORT AN AFTERCARE PROGRAM THAT PROVIDES ON-GOING SUPPORT FOR UP TO ONE YEAR TO FAMILIES TRANSITIONING OUT OF GREAT RIVER FAMILY PROMISE'S EMERGENCY HOUSING PROGRAM FOR FAMILIES EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS.
(52) GREATER ST CLOUD DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION PO BOX 1662 ST CLOUD,MN56302	45-2050341	501C3	7,500	TO RETAIN PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TO IDENTIFY AND CREATE A REGIONAL IDENTITY AND BRAND WHICH CAN HELP DEVELOP, RETAIN, AND ATTRACTED SKILLED WORKERS AND YOUNG FAMILIES TO THE GREATER ST. CLOUD AREA. THIS PROJECT WAS IDENTIFIED THROUGH THE COMMUNITY PRIORITIES PROCESS, AND IS FUNDED THROUGH A PARTNERSHIP WITH THE CENTRAL MINNESOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION.
(53) GREATER ST CLOUD DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION PO BOX 1662 ST CLOUD,MN56302	45-2050341	501C3	5,000	TO SUPPORT ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIVITIES AND PROMOTIONAL EXPENSES ASSOCIATED WITH THE RECRUITMENT AND RESTORATION OF DIRECT AIR SERVICE BETWEEN ST. CLOUD AND CHICAGO. ACCESS TO AFFORDABLE AND RELIABLE AIR SERVICE IS VIEWED AS A KEY RESOURCE FOR ENCOURAGING REGIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
(54) GREATER ST CLOUD DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION PO BOX 1662 ST CLOUD,MN56302	45-2050341	501C3	7,500	TO SUPPORT OPERATIONS OF THE GREATER ST. CLOUD DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
(55) GREATER ST CLOUD DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION PO BOX 1662 ST CLOUD,MN56302	45-2050341	501C3	7,500	TO ENHANCE AND EXPAND THE ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES OF THE ST. CLOUD REGION THROUGH BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
(56) HANDS ACROSS THE WORLD 1605 GOETTENS WAY 206 ST CLOUD,MN56301	68-0576502	501C3	5,000	TO PROVIDE TRAINING IN EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT AND LITERACY SKILLS TO IMMIGRANT PARENTS AND OTHER FAMILY MEMBERS TO HELP FOSTER LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS IN BOTH HOME AND SCHOOL.
(57) HORIZON HEALTH INC 26814 143RD STREET PIERZ,MN56364	41-1699160	501C3	10,000	TO ADVANCE THE GOALS DEVELOPED THROUGH PARTICIPATION IN THE 2013 THRIVING ORGANIZATIONS PARTNERSHIP (TOP) FINANCIAL RESILIENCY AND SOCIAL ENTERPRISE PROGRAM.
(58) HOWA FAMILY CENTER PO BOX 1416 WALKER,MN56484	41-1851011	501C3	5,000	TO SUPPORT EFFORTS TO EXPAND AND DIVERSIFY MENTOR BASE FOR THIS YOUTH MENTORING PROGRAM.
(59) INDUSTRIES INCORPORATED 500 SOUTH WALNUT STREET MORA,MN55051	41-0915848	501C3	10,000	TO ADVANCE THE GOALS DEVELOPED THROUGH PARTICIPATION IN THE 2013 THRIVING ORGANIZATIONS PARTNERSHIP (TOP) FINANCIAL RESILIENCY AND SOCIAL ENTERPRISE PROGRAM.
(60) ISANTI COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER 503-555 18TH AVENUE SW CAMBRIDGE,MN55008	41-6005808	UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	5,000	TO ASSIST IN DEVELOPING COLLABORATION BETWEEN ISANTI AND MILLE LACS COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT, CHILD PROTECTION AND PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES TO PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR CHILDREN WHICH HAVE BEEN ASSAULTED OR ABUSED, AND WHERE EVIDENCE OR TESTIMONY CAN BE SECURELY AND RESPECTFULLY BE COLLECTED.
(61) JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF THE UPPER MIDWEST 1800 WHITE BEAR AVENUE MAPLEWOOD,MN55109	41-1424988	501C3	5,000	TO EXPAND THE JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT PROGRAMS AND STAFFING IN THE BRAINERD AND ST. CLOUD COMMUNITIES.
(62) KANABEC COUNTY 905 EAST FOREST AVENUE SUITE 127 MORA,MN55051	41-6005815	UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	5,000	TO SUPPORT PUBLIC INPUT AND ENGINEERING DESIGN IN ORDER TO PREPARE A COMPREHENSIVE RECREATIONAL TRAILS PLAN, INCLUDING IDENTIFYING OPPORTUNITIES AND PRIORITIES FOR CONNECTING TO TRAILS IN ADJACENT COUNTIES.
(63) KINSHIP PARTNERS INC 910 PINE ST PO BOX 642 BRAINERD,MN564010642	36-3477485	501C3	5,000	TO PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR THE STABILIZATION AND EXPANSION OF THE STAPLES AREA KINSHIP PROGRAM INCLUDING THE CONTINUED DEVELOPMENT OF A STAPLES ADVISORY COMMITTEE AND A TARGETED EFFORT TO RECRUIT MENTORS AND ESTABLISH DONORS WITHIN THE STAPLES AND MOTLEY COMMUNITIES.
(64) LAKES AREA INTERFAITH CAREGIVERS PO BOX 2855 BAXTER,MN56425	13-4230071	501C3	5,000	TO PROVIDE GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT IN ORDER TO PROMOTE VOLUNTEER SERVICES THAT HELP SENIORS REMAIN IN THEIR HOMES.
(65) LAKES AREA RESTORATIVE JUSTICE PROJECT 424 NW 3RD ST BRAINERD,MN56401	55-0903543	501C3	10,000	TO ADVANCE THE GOALS DEVELOPED DURING PARTICIPATION IN THE TOP FINANCIAL RESILIENCY THROUGH SOCIAL ENTERPRISE PROGRAM.
(66) LAKES AREA RESTORATIVE JUSTICE PROJECT 424 NW 3RD ST BRAINERD,MN56401	55-0903543	501C3	5,000	TO SUPPORT A PROCESS OF VISIONING AND PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE OF THIS BRAINERD LAKES AREA ORGANIZATION THAT PROVIDES 'RESTORATIVE SERVICES' TO YOUTH OFFENDERS, THAT HOLD THEM ACCOUNTABLE FOR OFFENSES, HELP THEM MAKE AMENDS WITH VICTIMS, AND SUPPORT THEM IN BEING RESTORED TO THE COMMUNITY.
(67) LEECH LAKE TRIBAL COLLEGE 6945 LITTLEWOLF ROAD PO BOX 180 CASS LAKE,MN56633	75-3061667	501C3	10,000	TO ADVANCE THE GOALS DEVELOPED DURING PARTICIPATION IN THE TOP FINANCIAL RESILIENCY THROUGH SOCIAL ENTERPRISE PROGRAM.
(68) LITTLE FALLS SCHOOL DISTRICT 1001 5TH AVENUE SE LITTLE FALLS,MN56345	41-6002411	SCHOOL DISTRICT	5,000	TO SUPPORT YOUTH MENTORSHIP PROGRAMMING IN THE LITTLE FALLS SCHOOL DISTRICT.
(69) LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICE 2485 COMO AVENUE ST PAUL,MN55108	41-0872993	501C3	5,000	TO PROVIDE QUALITY, LICENSED, EMERGENCY CHILDCARE SERVICES FOR FAMILIES FACING CRISIS SITUATIONS IN ORDER TO IMPROVE SELF-SUFFICIENCY AND MITIGATE FINANCIAL BURDENS.
(70) LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICES 2485 COMO AVENUE ST PAUL,MN55108	41-0872993	501C3	5,000	TO PROVIDE GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT FOR CAMP KNUTSON'S PROGRAMMING FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS.
(71) METROPOLITAN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION (MEDA) 250 SECOND AVENUE SOUTH SUITE 106 MINNEAPOLIS,MN55401	41-0977257	501C3	5,000	TO PROVIDE ONE-ON-ONE ASSISTANCE TO APPROXIMATELY 100 REGIONAL BUSINESSES TO IDENTIFY MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND CONTRACTS THROUGH GOVERNMENTAL OFFICES AND PREPARE COMPETITIVE BIDS OR PROPOSALS. MEDA HAS PROVIDED THIS SERVICE WITHIN CENTRAL MINNESOTA FOR SEVERAL YEARS, AND HELPED CREATE OR RETAIN HUNDREDS OF JOBS WITHIN THE REGION ANNUALLY.
(72) MILLE LACS COUNTY 635 2ND STREET SE MILACA,MN56353	41-6005845	UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	5,000	TO GATHER AND DEVELOP INFORMATION ON TOURISM OPPORTUNITIES IN THE MILL LACS LAKE AREA FOR EACH OF THE FOUR SEASONS AND THEN CREATE A PLAN TO DEVELOP THOSE OPPORTUNITIES IN ORDER TO DIVERSIFY THE TOURISM BUSINESS BASE OF THE AREA.
(73) MN STATE VETERANS CEMETERY ASSOCIATION 15550 HWY 115 LITTLE FALLS,MN56345	41-1679519	501C3	5,000	TO SUPPORT THE VETERAN'S ART PROJECT AT CAMP RIPLEY.
(74) MN STATE VETERANS CEMETERY ASSOCIATION 15550 HWY 115 LITTLE FALLS,MN56345	41-1679519	501C3	5,000	TO PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR THE VETERANS EDUCATIONAL HISTORIC PROJECT; A SERIES OIL PAINTINGS TO HANG IN THE COMMITTAL HALL OF THE MN STATE VETERANS CEMETERY, HONORING THOSE WHO SERVED.
(75) NORTHERN TECHNOLOGY INITIATIVE DBA GPS 4593 100 PARK STREET SOUTH MORA,MN55051	31-1709954	501C3	15,000	TO SUPPORT WORK NEEDED TO ESTABLISH A REGIONAL EQUITY FUND FOR INVESTING IN BUSINESS EXPANSION, PROVIDE BUSINESS RETENTION AND RECRUITMENT SERVICES, AND DEVELOP MARKETING AND OUTREACH MATERIALS TO PROMOTE RESOURCES OFFERED BY GPS 45:93 -- EAST CENTRAL MINNESOTA'S REGIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION.
(76) NORTHLAND COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE FOUNDATION 1101 HIGHWAY ONE EAST THIEF RIVER FALLS,MN56701	41-1287038	501C3	10,000	TO CREATE A BUSINESS PLAN TO EXPLORE UNMANNED AERIAL SYSTEMS (UAS) TEST CENTER OPTIONS DESIGNED TO ASSIST FARMERS IN CALIBRATING SPECIFIC LEVELS OF FERTILIZER TO HELPING HYDROLOGISTS MONITOR RUNOFF. A TEST SITES COULD RESULT IN SIGNIFICANT JOB CREATION AND INVESTMENT TO THE HOST COMMUNITY.
(77) PINE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT 1400 MAIN STREET S PINE CITY,MN55063	41-6003156	SCHOOL DISTRICT	5,500	TO PARTNER WITH SMALL BUSINESSES TO PROVIDE ONSITE SUPPORT FOR PARENTS IN THE WORKPLACE THROUGH A SERIES OF 'PARENT CAFES' (DURING LUNCH TIME) AND AFTER WORK PARENT/CHILD INTERACTION OPTIONS. THIS PROJECT WILL ALSO CONTINUE SUPPORT FOR THE FRED (FATHERS READ EVERY DAY) PROGRAM TO ENCOURAGE EARLY CHILDHOOD LITERACY.
(78) PINE RIVER-BACKUS FAMILY CENTER PO BOX 1 PINE RIVER,MN56474	41-1851010	501C3	10,000	TO ADVANCE THE GOALS DEVELOPED DURING PARTICIPATION IN THE TOP FINANCIAL RESILIENCY THROUGH SOCIAL ENTERPRISE PROGRAM.
(79) PINE RIVER-BACKUS SCHOOL DISTRICT 601 MURRAY AVENUE PO BOX 610 PINE RIVER,MN56474	41-6008079	SCHOOL DISTRICT	5,000	TO SUPPORT COMMUNITY AND FAMILY UNDERSTANDING OF THE IMPORTANCE OF EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES, TO OFFER PROGRAMMING TO ENCOURAGE PARENTS TO BE ENGAGED WITH THEIR CHILDREN BY ESTABLISHING A MENTORSHIP PROGRAM AND HOSTING FUN EVENTS THAT ENCOURAGE LEARNING FOR ALL FAMILY MEMBERS.
(80) PINE TECHNICAL COLLEGE 900 4TH STREET SE PINE CITY,MN55063	41-1687554	501C3	7,500	TO SUPPORT PROGRAMMING AND RESOURCES FOR THE 'DRAGON WAGON,' A MOBILE LITERACY BUS WHICH PROVIDES BOOKS AND READING SKILLS FOR YOUNG CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES. THE 'DRAGON WAGON' ALSO OFFERS TRAINING THROUGHOUT THE COUNTY ON PARENTING SKILLS AND BEST PRACTICES.
(81) PRINCETON AREA VISIONARY COMMITTEE 105 NORTH RUM RIVER DRIVE PRINCETON,MN55371	30-0624674	501C3	5,000	TO DEVELOP COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND FUNDRAISING PLANS TO PROVIDE LOCAL MATCHING SUPPORT FOR STATE GRANTS NEEDED TO COMPLETE A 3.2. MILE TRAIL CORRIDOR. THE TRAIL WILL CONNECT THE KUNKEL WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA, MILLE LACS COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS, DOWNTOWN PRINCETON, AND AREA SCHOOLS.
(82) RISE INC 8406 SUNSET ROAD NE SPRING LAKE PARK,MN55432	41-0972476	501C3	5,000	TO LAUNCH A LAWN CARE SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT SOCIAL ENTERPRISE PROGRAM IN ORDER TO BUILD WORKFORCE SKILLS FOR ADULTS WITH PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH DISABILITIES, AND DEVELOP A NEW SOURCE OF EARNED-INCOME FOR THE ORGANIZATION.
(83) RIVERS OF HOPE PO BOX 511 MONTICELLO,MN55362	41-1670536	501C3	5,000	TO DELIVER THE VIP PROGRAM WHICH SUPPORTS AND EDUCATES MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL-AGED YOUTH AND EMPOWERS THEM TO MOVE BEYOND VIOLENCE IN THEIR HOMES AND LEARN TO MAKE HEALTHY CHOICES LEADING TO A MORE POSITIVE FUTURE.
(84) SAINT CLOUD NEIGHBORHOOD COALITION 513 SEVENTH AVENUE SOUTH ST CLOUD,MN56301	39-2054495	501C3	12,500	TO SUPPORT THE NEIGHBORHOOD BUILDING ACTIVITIES OF SIX CORE ST. CLOUD NEIGHBORHOODS AND THE COORDINATION AND SERVICE ACTIVITIES OF THE ST. CLOUD NEIGHBORHOOD COALITION AS THEY BUILD NEIGHBORHOOD CONNECTIONS, INCREASE OWNER OCCUPIED HOUSING AND ADDRESS OTHER QUALITY OF LIFE ISSUES SUCH AS SAFETY AND IMPROVING NEIGHBORHOOD AMENITIES.
(85) SAINT CLOUD STATE UNIVERSITY 720 4TH AVE S AS 210 ST CLOUD,MN56301	41-1687554	UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	10,000	TO CREATE SUPPORT FOR HEALTHY SOCIAL AND EMOTION DEVELOPMENT OF CHILDREN AGED BIRTH TO FIVE. SPECIFIC ACTIVITIES WITHIN THIS PROJECT INCLUDE ESTABLISH OF A PRIVATE SECTOR ADVISORY COUNCIL, AND GREATER OUTREACH TO NEW AMERICANS AND IMMIGRANTS IN THE GREATER. ST. CLOUD REGION.
(86) SAINT CLOUD STATE UNIVERSITY 720 4TH AVE S AS 210 ST CLOUD,MN56301	41-1687554	UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	7,500	THE SCHOOL OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS RESEARCH OFFICE SEEKS TO ASSIST BUSINESSES, COMMUNITIES, AND NONPROFITS OF CENTRAL MINNESOTA BY SUPPORTING RESEARCH TO GUIDE STRATEGIC DECISIONS. THIS MAY INCLUDE: MARKET ANALYSIS, DEMOGRAPHICS, BEST PRACTICES, STATISTICAL ANALYSIS, DESIGN, MAPPING AND A WIDE RANGE OF OTHER SERVICES THAT ARE NOT READILY AVAILABLE TO MANY ENTITIES WITHIN THE REGION.
(87) SAINT CLOUD STATE UNIVERSITY 720 4TH AVE S AS 210 ST CLOUD,MN56301	41-1687554	UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	5,000	TO SUPPORT THREE STUDENT INTERNSHIPS TO PROVIDE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO SMALL BUSINESSES OR NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS CREATING SOCIAL ENTERPRISES IN THE GREATER ST. CLOUD AREA.
(88) SAUK RAPIDS-RICE SCHOOL DISTRICT 1833 OSAUKA ROAD NORTHEAST SAUK RAPIDS,MN56379	41-6000219	SCHOOL DISTRICT	25,000	TO SUPPORT THE SAUK RAPIDS RICE EDUCATION FOUNDATION'S TECHNOLOGY INITIATIVE FOR LOW-INCOME FAMILIES.
(89) SECOND HARVEST NORTH CENTRAL FOOD BANK INC PO BOX 5130 GRAND RAPIDS,MN55744	41-1782776	501C3	5,000	TO ADDRESS CHILD HUNGER BY PROVIDING BACKPACKS WITH YOUTH FRIENDLY, NUTRITIOUS MEALS SO THAT CHILDREN FROM LOW INCOME FAMILIES DON'T MISS MEALS DURING WEEKENDS (WHEN FREE OR REDUCED FOOD SERVED DURING THE SCHOOL WEEK IS UNAVAILABLE). THIS GRANT SUPPORTS SPECIFIC PROGRAMS IN NINE SCHOOLS IN CASS AND CROW WING COUNTIES.
(90) SEVEN COUNTY SENIOR FEDERATION 47 PARK ST N STE 7 MORA,MN55051	41-1308539	501C3	10,000	TO ADVANCE THE GOALS DEVELOPED DURING PARTICIPATION IN THE TOP FINANCIAL RESILIENCY THROUGH SOCIAL ENTERPRISE PROGRAM.
(91) SOUTHWEST INITIATIVE FOUNDATION 15 THIRD AVENUE NW HUTCHINSON,MN55350	41-1555592	501C3	5,000	TO SUPPORT THE YES! PROGRAM AS IT EXPANDS IN STEARNS, WRIGHT, BENTON AND MORRISON COUNTIES. YES! STUDENTS DEVELOP LEADERSHIP SKILLS AND ENGAGE THEIR COMMUNITIES IN PROJECTS WHICH GENERATE OR CONSERVE ENERGY IN COST-EFFECTIVE WAYS. THE PROGRAM WAS DEVELOPED BY THE SOUTHWEST INITIATIVE FOUNDATION AND IS NOW RECOGNIZED AS A GREAT TOOL FOR ENCOURAGING SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICS (STEM) SKILLS AT A KEY TIME OF ACADEMIC AND CAREER EXPLORATION.
(92) ST CLOUD TECHNICAL AND COMMUNITY COLLEGE 1540 NORTHWAY DRIVE ST CLOUD,MN56303	41-1687554	UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	10,000	TO SUPPORT FOR THE ORION PROJECT WHICH TARGETING STUDENTS FROM THE ST. CLOUD AND FOLEY SCHOOL DISTRICTS IN A PILOT PROGRAM WHICH WILL PROVIDE PROGRAMMING, MENTORING, AND OTHER SUPPORT IN SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICS (STEM) SKILLS AND CAREERS.
(93) STAPLES & MOTLEY DOLLARS FOR SCHOLARS PO BOX 182 STAPLES,MN56479	41-1808950	501C3	102,694	TO SUPPORT LOCAL ADMINISTRATION OF THE STAPLES MOTLEY DOLLARS FOR SCHOLARS FUND.
(94) STAPLES MOTLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT 202 PLEASANT AVE NE STAPLES,MN56479	41-1776469	SCHOOL DISTRICT	10,000	TO SUPPORT A PILOT PROGRAM TO INTRODUCE THE SUCCESSFUL 'CREATING YOUTH ENTREPRENEURIAL OPPORTUNITIES' (CEO) PROGRAM INTO THE STAPLES-MOTLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT. THE CEO PROGRAM OFFERS A FORMAL COURSE OF STUDY WHICH INCLUDES EXPLORATION OF CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN AREA BUSINESSES, TRAINING IN ENTREPRENEURIAL SKILLS, AND DEVELOPMENT OF YOUTH-LED BUSINESS PLANS.
(95) STEARNS BENTON EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING COUNCIL 1542 NORWAY DRIVE ST CLOUD,MN56303	41-1724832	UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	7,500	TO SUPPORT FOUR STUDENTS FROM ST. CLOUD STATE UNIVERSITY TO REACH OUT TO SCHOOL DISTRICTS IN STEARNS AND BENTON COUNTIES TO SHARE INFORMATION ON REGIONAL CAREER OPPORTUNITIES, EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS, PAY RANGES, AND SKILLS REQUIRED. IN ADDITION THE COLLEGE STUDENTS WILL ASSIST THE HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS TO DEVELOP RESUMES OR PORTFOLIOS, PRACTICE INTERVIEWS, AND OTHERWISE DEVELOP INTERPERSONAL SKILLS WHICH ENHANCE CAREER SUCCESS.
(96) STEARNS BENTON EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING COUNCIL 1542 NORWAY DRIVE ST CLOUD,MN56303	41-1724832	UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	10,000	TO SUPPORT DEVELOPMENT OF A NEW ORGANIZATIONAL STRATEGIC PLAN WHICH DIRECTS STAFF AND RESOURCES AND ESTABLISHES CLEAR PRIORITIES, BUT WHICH ALSO ALLOWS ADAPTABILITY AND RESPONSIVENESS TO CHANGES IN MARKETS AND WORKFORCE DEMAND. THE STEARNS-BENTON EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING COUNCIL PROVIDES COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES FOR EMPLOYERS, JOB SEEKERS AND COMMUNITIES TO ASSURE THAT THE GREATER ST. CLOUD AREA WORKFORCE HAS THE SKILLS NEEDED TO SUPPORT A THRIVING ECONOMY.
(97) STEARNS COUNTY PARKS 1802 COUNTY RD 137 WAITE PARK,MN56387	41-6005899	UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	5,000	TO EXPLORE POTENTIAL TRAIL ALIGNMENTS, LAND OWNERSHIP, AND ESTIMATED COST OF CONSTRUCTION TO LINK THE LAKE WOBEGON TRAIL FROM ITS PRESENT EASTERN TERMINUS IN ST. JOSEPH INTO ST. CLOUD.
(98) STEARNS COUNTY SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT (SWCD) 110 SECOND STREET S SUITE 128 WAITE PARK,MN56387	41-0966601	UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	5,000	TO CREATE A FRAMEWORK FOR MARKET-BASED PROGRAMS TO REWARD CORN AND SOYBEAN PRODUCERS FOR ACHIEVING SPECIFIC ENVIRONMENTAL GOALS IN THEIR CROP PRODUCTION PRACTICES. BY WORKING WITH FARMERS TO DEVELOP A MEANINGFUL 'RESPONSIBLE CROP PRODUCTION CERTIFICATE,' THE STEARNS WATER & SOIL CONSERVATION DISTRICT WILL ALLOW CUSTOMERS TO 'VOTE WITH THEIR WALLETS' BY PURCHASING PRODUCTS GROWN IN A MANNER THAT PROTECTS THE LAKES AND RIVERS OF CENTRAL MINNESOTA.
(99) TEN MILE LAKE ASSOCIATION 5168 PARK POINT DRIVE NW PO BOX 412 HACKENSACK,MN56452	41-6038106	501C3	5,000	TO SUPPORT THE OPERATIONS OF THE TEN MILE LAKE ASSN.
(100) TODD COUNTY 215 1ST AVENUE SOUTH LONG PRAIRIE,MN56347	41-6005908	UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	10,000	TO SUPPORT PHASE ONE OF ACCESSORIZING THE FORMER EAGLE BEND HIGH SCHOOL BUILDING TO PROCESS MEALS FOR SENIORS AND INCOME-ELIGIBLE YOUTH, AND TO PROVIDE SPACE AND PROGRAMS FOR SENIOR SERVICES.
(101) TODD COUNTY 215 1ST AVENUE SOUTH LONG PRAIRIE,MN56347	41-6005908	UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	5,000	A CHALLENGE GRANT TO ASSIST THE TODD COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION TO SECURE PRIVATE SECTOR ENGAGEMENT AND SPONSORSHIP FOR CONTINUED PROGRAMMING AND ACTIVITIES TO HELP LOCAL BUSINESSES EXPAND AND THRIVE.
(102) UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL MN 3001 CLEARWATER ROAD SUITE 201 ST CLOUD,MN56301	41-0915124	501C3	10,000	TO SUPPORT ACTIVITIES, PROGRAMMING AND COMMUNITY OUTREACH TO SUPPORT EARLY CHILDHOOD AND FAMILY LITERACY. ONE EXAMPLE IS THE CREATION AND DISTRIBUTION OF 'LITTLE FREE LIBRARIES' -- SMALL WOODEN STRUCTURES PLACED IN NEIGHBORHOODS WHERE RESIDENTS CAN SHARE AND CIRCULATE BOOKS FOR ALL AGES (AND OFTEN IN MULTIPLE LANGUAGES). A SECOND EXAMPLE IS THE EXPANSION OF THE IMAGINATION LIBRARY WHICH PROVIDES BOOKS AND SUPPORT TO INCOME ELIGIBLE HOUSEHOLDS TO ENCOURAGE READING.
(103) UNITED WAY OF CROW WING & SOUTHERN CASS COUNTIES 424 SOUTH 8TH STREET PO BOX 381 BRAINERD,MN56401	41-0950452	501C3	5,000	TO SUPPORT THE CREATION OF A TEMPORARY CAMPAIGN COORDINATOR POSITION IN ORDER TO INCREASE FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE ORGANIZATION AND CREATE A SUCCESSFUL TRANSITION OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ROLE.
(104) UNIVERSITY OF ST THOMAS 2115 SUMMIT AVENUE ST PAUL,MN55105	41-0693970	501C3	5,000	TO SUPPORT THE DEVELOPMENT OF A NINE-MONTH EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP PROGRAM AND CERTIFICATION FOR EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS OF 501(C)(3) NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS IN CENTRAL MINNESOTA.
(105) WEST CENTRAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ALLIANCE 308 FRONTAGE ROAD PO BOX 304 SEBEKA,MN56477	27-5168472	UNIT OF GOVERNMENT	5,000	TO DELIVER PHASE II BUSINESS RETENTION AND EXPANSION SERVICES TO THE GREATER WADENA COUNTY AREA WITH AN EMPHASIS ON SMALL BUSINESS ROUND TABLES AND BUSINESS TO BUSINESS MARKETING EFFORTS UTILIZING A COMBINATION OF FACE TO FACE MEETINGS AND SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLS.

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Part III

Grants and Other Assistance to Individuals in the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 22.
Part III can be duplicated if additional space is needed.

(a)Type of grant or assistance	(b)Number of recipients	(c)Amount of cash grant
(1) STIPENDS	43	208,962
(2) SCHOLARSHIPS	47	49,250

Part IV

Supplemental Information. Provide the information required in Part I, line 2, Part III, column (b), and any other additional information.

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PART I, LINE 2:	AS PART OF THE FINAL GRANT REPORT, THE GRANTEE SUBMITS A FINANCIAL REPORT WITH ITEMIZATION OF GRANT FUND EXPENDITURES AND ASSOCIATED DOCUMENTATION.

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Schedule J
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Compensation Information

For certain Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest
Compensated Employees
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Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 23.
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Name of the organization

INITIATIVE FOUNDATION

Employer identification number

36-3451562

Part I

Questions Regarding Compensation

Yes

Check the appropiate box(es) if the organization provided any of the following to or for a person listed in Form
990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a. Complete Part III to provide any relevant information regarding these items.

First-class or charter travel Housing allowance or residence for personal use

Travel for companions Payments for business use of personal residence

Tax idemnification and gross-up payments Health or social club dues or initiation fees

Discretionary spending account Personal services (e.g., maid, chauffeur, chef)

If any of the boxes in line 1a are checked, did the organization follow a written policy regarding payment or reimbursement or provision of all of the expenses described above? If "No," complete Part III to explain....

Did the organization require substantiation prior to reimbursing or allowing expenses incurred by all
directors, trustees, officers, including the CEO/Executive Director, regarding the items checked in line 1a? ..

Indicate which, if any, of the following the filing organization used to establish the compensation of the
organization's CEO/Executive Director. Check all that apply. Do not check any boxes for methods
used by a related organization to establish compensation of the CEO/Executive Director, but explain in Part III.

Compensation committee Written employment contract

Independent compensation consultant Compensation survey or study

Form 990 of other organizations Approval by the board or compensation committee

During the year, did any person listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a with respect to the filing organization or a related organization:

Receive a severance payment or change-of-control payment? ................

Participate in, or receive payment from, a supplemental nonqualified retirement plan? .........

Participate in, or receive payment from, an equity-based compensation arrangement? .........

If "Yes" to any of lines 4a-c, list the persons and provide the applicable amounts for each item in Part III.

Only 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations only must complete lines 5-9.

For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the revenues of:

The organization? ...........................

Any related organization? .........................

If "Yes," to line 5a or 5b, describe in Part III.

For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the net earnings of:

The organization? ...........................

Any related organization? .........................

If "Yes," to line 6a or 6b, describe in Part III.

For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization provide any non-fixed
payments not described in lines 5 and 6? If "Yes," describe in Part III ............

Were any amounts reported in Form 990, Part VII, paid or accured pursuant to a contract that was
subject to the initial contract exception described in Regulations section 53.4958-4(a)(3)? If "Yes," describe
in Part III .............................

If "Yes" to line 8, did the organization also follow the rebuttable presumption procedure described in Regulations section 53.4958-6(c)? .........................

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.

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Schedule J (Form 990) 2013

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Part II

Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees. Use duplicate copies if additional space is needed.

For each individual whose compensation must be reported in Schedule J, report compensation from the organization on row (i) and from related organizations, described in the
instructions, on row (ii). Do not list any individuals that are not listed on Form 990, Part VII.
Note. The sum of columns (B)(i)-(iii) for each listed individual must equal the total amount of Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, applicable column (D) and (E) amounts for that individual.

(A) Name and Title		(B) Breakdown of W-2 and/or 1099-MISC compensation			(C) Retirement and other deferred compensation	(D) Nontaxable benefits	(E) Total of columns (B)(i)-(D)	(F) Compensation reported as deferred in prior Form 990
(A) Name and Title		(i) Base compensation	(ii) Bonus & incentive compensation	(iii) Other reportable compensation	(C) Retirement and other deferred compensation	(D) Nontaxable benefits	(E) Total of columns (B)(i)-(D)	(F) Compensation reported as deferred in prior Form 990
(1)KATHY GAALSWYKPRESIDENT	(i) (ii)	156,641 0	0 0	0 0	6,409 0	9,482 0	172,532 0	0 0

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Part III

Supplemental Information

Provide the information, explanation, or descriptions required for Part I, lines 1a, 1b, 3, 4a, 4b, 4c, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7, and 8, and for Part II.
Also complete this part for any additional information.

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Schedule L
(Form 990 or 990-EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Transactions with Interested Persons

Complete if the organization answered
"Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 25a, 25b, 26, 27, 28a, 28b, or 28c,
or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 38a or 40b.
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Name of the organization

INITIATIVE FOUNDATION

Employer identification number

36-3451562

Part I

Excess Benefit Transactions (section 501(c)(3) and section 501(c)(4) organizations only).
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 25a or 25b, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 40b.

1(a) Name of disqualified person	(c) Description of transaction	(d) Corrected?
1(a) Name of disqualified person	(c) Description of transaction	Yes	No

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Part II

Loans to and/or From Interested Persons.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 38a, or Form 990, Part IV, line 26; or if the organization reported an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 5, 6, or 22

(a) Name of interested person	(b) Relationship with organization	(c) Purpose of loan	(d) Loan to or from the organization?		(e)Original principal amount	(f)Balance due	(g) In default?		(h) Approved by board or committee?		(i)Written agreement?
(a) Name of interested person	(b) Relationship with organization	(c) Purpose of loan	To	From	(e)Original principal amount	(f)Balance due	Yes	No	Yes	No	Yes	No






Total ...... $

Part III

Grants or Assistance Benefitting Interested Persons.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 27.

(a) Name of interested person	(b) Relationship between interested person and the organization	(c) Amount of assistance	(d) Type of assistance	(e) Purpose of assistance

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.

Cat. No. 50056A

Schedule L (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2013

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Part IV

Business Transactions Involving Interested Persons.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 28a, 28b, or 28c.

(a) Name of interested person	(b) Relationship between interested person and the organization	(c) Amount of transaction	(d) Description of transaction	(e) Sharing of organization's revenues?
(a) Name of interested person		(c) Amount of transaction	(d) Description of transaction	Yes	No
(1) LEE HANSON	PAST BOARD CHAIR AND CURRENT BOARD TRUSTEE	609,352	INVESTMENT IN UNLISTED SECURITY		No

Part V

Supplemental Information
Provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule L (see instructions).

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SCHEDULE O
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Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ

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Form 990 or to provide any additional information.
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INITIATIVE FOUNDATION

Employer identification number

36-3451562

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FORM 990 PART III LINE 4A	EARLY CHILDHOOD INITIATIVE HIGHLIGHTS: FIFTEEN EARLY CHILDHOOD COALITIONS ARE CURRENTLY ACTIVE WITHIN THE FOUNDATION'S FOURTEEN COUNTY REGION. A LARGE NUMBER OF COMMUNITIES CONTINUE TO FACE SIGNIFICANT ECONOMIC CHALLENGES WITH HIGHER THAN AVERAGE NUMBERS OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES LIVING IN POVERTY IN BENTON, CASS, CROW WING, KANABEC, MILLE LACS, PINE, TODD AND WADENA COUNTIES. EACH TEAM HAS PARTICIPATED IN COALITION-BUILDING, LEADERSHIP, AND STRATEGIC PLANNING TRAININGS AND HAS DEVELOPED AN ACTION PLAN TO INCREASE THE QUALITY OF EARLY CARE AND EDUCATION IN THEIR RESPECTIVE AREAS. EACH HAS A HIGHLY COMMITTED TEAM MADE UP OF PARENTS, BUSINESS LEADERS, EDUCATORS, ELECTED OFFICIALS AND HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS. PRIMARY ACTIVITIES FOCUS ON EARLY CHILDHOOD LITERACY, SCHOOL READINESS, AND COORDINATION WITH THE NEW 'PARENT AWARE' SYSTEM OF RANKING CHILD CARE PROVIDERS. THE MINNESOTA THRIVE INITIATIVE, WHICH FOCUSES ON EARLY CHILDHOOD MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES, IS FOCUSING ON HOW TO IMPROVE ACCESS TO EARLY INTERVENTION SERVICES FOR IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE POPULATIONS. REPRESENTATIVES FROM A VARIETY OF EARLY INTERVENTION, EDUCATION, AND HEALTH ORGANIZATIONS AND PROGRAMS, ALONG WITH LOCAL CULTURAL LEADERS AND INITIATIVE FOUNDATION STAFF, CONTINUE THEIR WORK SERVING THIS POPULATION. IN OCTOBER 2013, WE LAUNCHED AN EARLY CHILDHOOD DENTAL NETWORK (ECDN) PROGRAM FOR COMMUNITIES IN THE INITIATIVE FOUNDATION'S REGION. THIS WORK FOCUSES ON INCREASING ACCESS TO TIMELY, APPROPRIATE AND AFFORDABLE DENTAL CARE WITH A FOCUS ON CHILDREN AGES BIRTH TO FIVE, AS WELL AS INCREASING ORAL HEALTH AWARENESS AND EDUCATION TO CHILDREN, PARENTS AND FAMILIES TO HELP THEM UNDERSTAND THE IMPORTANCE OF GOOD ORAL HEALTH TO ONE'S OVERALL HEALTH AND WELL BEING. THRIVING COMMUNITIES INITIATIVE (TCI) HIGHLIGHTS: THE COMMUNITIES OF FOLEY (BENTON COUNTY) AND RUSH CITY (CHISAGO COUNTY) WERE WELCOMED INTO THE THRIVING COMMUNITIES INITIATIVE IN 2013. OVER 25 COMMUNITIES ARE CURRENTLY RECEIVING TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE, RESOURCE REFERRAL AND GRANTS TO ADVANCE COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AND QUALITY OF LIFE PRIORITIES. THE NEW 'INNOVATION NETWORKS' COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT APPROACH FOSTERS CREATIVE PROBLEM SOLVING WHILE ALSO BETTER ENGAGING YOUNGER RESIDENTS, MINORITIES, AND NEWCOMERS TO THE REGION. THE PROGRAM SEEKS TO MAKE BETTER USE OF TECHNOLOGY TO RESPECT CITIZEN PARTICIPANTS' TIME AND SCHEDULES, AND SUPPORT STRONG COMMUNICATION AND SHARING OF IDEAS ACROSS SECTORS AND OUTSIDE OF GEOGRAPHICAL BOUNDARIES. IN ADDITION TO SURFACING CREATIVE STRATEGIES, OUR INTENT IS TO 'AMPLIFY' THE IMPACT OF OUR INVESTMENTS IN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BY HOLDING UP SUCCESSES (AND LESSONS LEARNED) THROUGHOUT THE REGION VIA IQ MAGAZINE AND ONLINE COMMUNICATION TOOLS. THRIVING ORGANIZATIONS PARTNERSHIP (TOP) HIGHLIGHTS: SINCE JULY 2001, OVER 200 ORGANIZATIONS HAVE PARTICIPATED IN OUR NONPROFIT CAPACITY-BUILDING PROGRAMS INCLUDING FINANCIAL RESILIENCY, LEADERSHIP TRAINING, STRATEGIC PLANNING, TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE, GRANT SUPPORT AND RESOURCE REFERRAL. ADDITIONAL CAPACITY BUILDING TRAINING ON GRANT WRITING, CROWD FUNDING, GOVERNANCE, EFFECTIVE MEETINGS, OUTCOME-BASED GOAL SETTING, NONPROFIT FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT, BOARD ISSUES, MEDIA RELATIONS, STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS, DEVELOPING AND USING CASE STATEMENTS, PUBLIC POLICY BASICS, MANAGING VOLUNTEERS, AND NONPROFIT STANDARDS OF EXCELLENCE HAVE ALSO BEEN PROVIDED TO OVER 500 NONPROFIT LEADERS (STAFF, VOLUNTEERS, BOARD MEMBERS). IN 2013, THE NEW TOP INITIATIVE WAS LAUNCHED WHICH INCLUDES THREE PROGRAM COMPONENTS. THE FINANCIAL RESILIENCY & SOCIAL ENTERPRISE (FRSE) GRANT AND TRAINING PROGRAM HELPS NONPROFITS BECOME MORE FINANCIALLY SUSTAINABLE AND IDENTIFY ALTERNATIVE SOURCES OF EARNED-INCOME WHILE MAINTAINING A CLEAR FOCUS ON CORE MISSION. TWENTY ORGANIZATIONS ARE CURRENTLY PARTICIPATING IN THIS YEAR-LONG PROGRAM. LEADERS CIRCLES IS A PROFESSIONALLY FACILITATED PEER LEARNING PROGRAM THAT CONVENES MONTHLY GROUPS OF FIVE TO SEVEN NONPROFIT EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS WHO ARE COMMITTED TO DEVELOPING THEIR LEADERSHIP SKILLS AND PROVIDING PEER SUPPORT IN AN OTHERWISE OFTEN ISOLATED SECTOR. WE HAVE THREE ACTIVE LEADERS CIRCLES CURRENTLY MEETING IN CENTRAL MINNESOTA. A NONPROFIT SATELLITE OFFICE HAS BEEN ESTABLISHED AT THE INITIATIVE FOUNDATION TO PROVIDE AN ARRAY OF CAPACITY-BUILDING SUPPORT THROUGH PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS ACROSS THE STATE. A TOTAL OF 28 INDIVIDUALS REPRESENTING 21 NONPROFITS HAVE RECEIVED ASSISTANCE THROUGH OUR SATELLITE OPEN OFFICE HOURS TO DATE. EARLY STAGES OF A NEW E-LEARNING CAPACITY-BUILDING PLATFORM ARE NOW BEING DEVELOPED IN ORDER TO SERVE A GREATER NUMBER OF NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS. EIGHT TO TEN NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS WILL PILOT THE E-LEARNING PROGRAM BY JUNE OF 2014, WITH PLANS TO OFFER TO ALL NONPROFITS IN OUR REGION BY THE WINTER OF 2014. HEALTHY LAKES AND RIVERS PARTNERSHIP (HLRP) HIGHLIGHTS: THE FOUNDATION ASSISTED LAKES AND RIVERS ASSOCIATIONS IN EVERY COUNTY IN THE REGION WITH RESOURCE REFERRAL AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO ADDRESS WATER QUALITY AND CITIZEN ENGAGEMENT PRIORITIES. VOLUNTEERS IN SERVICE TO AMERICA (VISTA) HIGHLIGHTS: THE INITIATIVE FOUNDATION SERVES AS A SPONSORING ORGANIZATION FOR 18 VISTA MEMBERS SERVING IN 17 NONPROFIT PROJECT SITES. DURING THE 2012-2013 VISTA SERVICE YEAR, OUR MEMBERS HELPED THEIR AGENCIES COORDINATE OVER 936 VOLUNTEERS WHO DELIVERED MORE THAN 7,676 SERVICE HOURS. ADDITIONALLY, VISTA MEMBERS DIRECTLY GENERATED $149,860 IN CASH RESOURCES (GRANTS, DONATIONS, FUND-RAISERS, ETC.) AND $31,821 OF IN-KIND RESOURCES FOR THEIR HOST SITES. EACH OF THE YEAR-LONG VISTA MEMBERS ALSO PARTICIPATED IN MONTHLY LEADERSHIP FOR LIFE TRAINING ACTIVITIES IN ORDER TO INCREASE THEIR OWN NONPROFIT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT. GRANTMAKING HIGHLIGHTS: A TOTAL OF $2,571,911 IN GRANT FUNDS WAS AWARDED IN 2013, INCLUDING $1,803,668 ADMINISTERED THROUGH OUR COMMUNITY AND TURN KEY FUNDS, $409,920 THROUGH OUR INNOVATION FUND, $138,000 WHICH SUPPORTED COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT THROUGH OUR THRIVING COMMUNITIES AND EARLY CHILDHOOD INITIATIVES, $130,000 TO NONPROFITS THROUGH OUR THRIVING ORGANIZATION PARTNERSHIP, AND $90,323 TO SUPPORT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS. WE HELPED SECURE A $500,000 GRANT TO CITY OF WADENA FROM THE MARGARET A. CARGILL FOUNDATION FOR THE COMMUNITY'S WELLNESS CENTER AND TORNADO RECOVERY INITIATIVE. WE CONTINUE TO CO-FACILITATE THE GREATER ST. CLOUD COMMUNITY PRIORITIES PROCESS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE CENTRAL MINNESOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION AND THE ST. CLOUD TIMES. THE INITIATIVE IS NOW IN ITS FOURTH YEAR, AND HAS ELEVATED ISSUES SUCH AS DEVELOPING PATHWAYS OUT OF POVERTY, WELCOMING IMMIGRANTS AND REFUGEES AND OPENING DOORS TO COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES, SUPPORTING CRADLE TO CAREER WORKFORCE TRAINING AND EDUCATION, SELECTING DESIGN AND LOCATION OF A REGIONAL AQUATIC CENTER, AND RECOGNIZING THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER AS A KEY ECOLOGICAL, RECREATIONAL, AND CULTURAL ASSET FOR THE REGION.
FORM 990 PART III LINE 4B	ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT HIGHLIGHTS: THE INITIATIVE FOUNDATION ISSUED 26 LOANS TOTALING $2,139,302 FROM ITS REVOLVING LOAN FUND IN 2013, WHICH LEVERAGED OVER $15 MILLION IN PRIVATE FINANCING AND EQUITY INVESTMENT. THE FINANCING PROJECTS RESULTED IN THE CREATION OF 96 JOBS AND RETENTION OF 294 JOBS, THE MAJORITY OF WHICH MET OR EXCEEDED THE TARGETED LIVING WAGE OF $18 PER HOUR INCLUDING BENEFITS. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED TO 14 BUSINESSES THROUGH A COMBINATION OF EXTERNAL CONSULTING PROGRAMS OR SCHOLARSHIPS FOR TRAINING, RESULTING IN IMPROVED SKILLS OR TOOLS TO OPERATE THEIR BUSINESS. THESE COMPANIES COLLECTIVELY EMPLOYED OVER 250 PEOPLE, AND 85% OF THE COMPANIES REPORTED AN INCREASE IN SALES, NET INCOME, ASSETS OR MARKET DEVELOPMENT. FOCUSED OUTREACH WITH COMMUNITY BANKS, CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE AND VOLUNTEER BUSINESS GROUPS THROUGH OUR THRIVING COMMUNITIES WORK REMAINS A PRIORITY IN ORDER TO INCREASE LOAN DEAL FLOW IN ALL COMMUNITIES. WE ALSO FOCUSED ON PARTNERSHIPS AND CAPACITY BUILDING FOR LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATIONS. SUPPORT INCLUDES STRATEGIC PLANNING, LINKING TO OTHER FUNDERS AND JOB CREATION OPPORTUNITIES, CHALLENGE GRANTS TO SPUR MEMBERSHIP GROWTH, AND DEVELOPMENT OF TECHNOLOGY TOOLS (A WEB PORTAL) OR PROGRAMS TO DEVELOP, ATTRACT AND RETAIN SKILLED WORKERS.
FORM 990 PART III LINE 4C	COMMUNICATIONS HIGHLIGHTS: THE INITIATIVE FOUNDATION CELEBRATED ITS 10TH YEAR OF PUBLISHING IQ MAGAZINE WITH A CIRCULATION OF 15,000 SUBSCRIBERS AND A PASS ALONG RATE THAT REACHES UP TO 60,000 READERS. EACH EDITION AVERAGES 60 PAGES AND FEATURES QUALITY JOURNALISTIC PIECES THAT ILLUMINATE TRENDS AND HAPPENINGS IN OUR 14-COUNTY REGION WHILE ENLIGHTENING READERS ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITIES AND SOLUTIONS THAT ARE ACHIEVED TO IMPROVE AND ENHANCE COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND THE POWER AND REACH OF PHILANTHROPY IN CENTRAL MINNESOTA. THE FOUNDATION'S WEBSITE WAS RESTRUCTURED AND UPGRADED. THE NEW SITE INCLUDES UPDATED PROGRAM INFORMATION, PLANNED GIVING TOOLS, AND NETSUITE PORTALS FOR DONORS, FUND ADVISERS AND VARIOUS FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS. THE FOUNDATION REGULARLY PUBLISHES NEWS AND INFORMATION UPDATES TO ITS WEBSITE AND ACTIVELY SHARES CONTENT TO THE FOLLOWING SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS: FACEBOOK, TWITTER, LINKEDIN AND YOUTUBE. THE FOUNDATION CLOSED OUT THE YEAR WITH ITS 2013 INITIATIVE AWARDS EVENT, ATTENDED BY 415 PEOPLE AND SPOTLIGHTED ECONOMIC, COMMUNITY AND PHILANTHROPIC HEROES OF THE REGION.
FORM 990 PART III LINE 4D	FUND DEVELOPMENT HIGHLIGHTS: THE INITIATIVE FOUNDATION EXCEEDED ANNUAL FUNDRAISING GOALS WITH CAMPAIGNS TO BUILD ITS ENDOWMENT AND SUPPORT PROGRAM OPERATIONS. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT FROM CITY AND COUNTY GOVERNMENT, UTILITIES, FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS, AND REGIONAL BUSINESSES INCREASED SUBSTANTIALLY. THE FOUNDATION ALSO ADDED SIX NEW CHARITABLE 'TURN KEY' FUNDS, WHICH WERE ESTABLISHED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH INDIVIDUALS, NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS, AND VOLUNTEER GROUPS.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 3	THE LOAN COMMITTEE CARRIES OUT THE POLICIES APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES. THE COMMITTEE APPROVES APPLICATIONS UP TO CERTAIN DOLLAR AMOUNTS FOR VARIOUS LOANS. IT ALSO REVIEWS MONTHLY AND QUARTERLY STATUS REPORTS ON LOANS, INCLUDING REVIEW OF DELINQUENT LOANS, PROVIDES INPUT ON CHARGE-OFFS AND OTHER ADVERSE ACTION WHICH MAY BE NECESSARY, AND PARTICIPATES IN EVALUATION ACTIVITIES OF THE FUND. THE LOAN COMMITTEE CONSISTS OF AT LEAST FIVE AND GENERALLY NO MORE THAN ELEVEN MEMBERS, WITH APPROXIMATELY HALF OF THE MEMBERS SERVING ON THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES. THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES APPOINTS MEMBERS ANNUALLY. THE EXECUTIVE LOAN SUB-COMMITTEE APPROVES OR DENIES ANY LOAN APPLICATIONS THAT WERE TABLED FOR MORE INFORMATION AT A PRIOR LOAN COMMITTEE MEETING. THE SUB-COMMITTEE CONSISTS OF THREE LOAN COMMITTEE MEMBERS, INCLUDING THE CHAIR, VICE-CHAIR, AND ONE OTHER MEMBER APPOINTED BY THE CHAIR UNLESS OTHER ARRANGEMENT WERE APPROVED BY THE LOAN COMMITTEE. BUSINESS FINANCE COMMITTEE - THIS COMMITTEE IS COMPOSED OF UP TO ELEVEN INDIVIDUALS (APPROX. 1/2 FROM THE BOARD). IT MEETS AS NEEDED TO OVERSEE THE BUSINESS FINANCING PORTFOLIO AND TO REVIEW AND APPROVE BUSINESS LOAN AND INVESTMENT APPLICATIONS OVER $50,000.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 11	UPON RECEIPT, AND PRIOR TO FILING, FORM 990 IS REVIEWED WITH THE INVESTMENT AND AUDIT COMMITTEE AND BY THE PRESIDENT AND THE CFO/TREASURER. A COPY OF FORM 990 IS PROVIDED TO BOARD MEMBERS FOR THEIR REVIEW.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 12C	MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OR COMMITTEES WILL NOT PARTICIPATE IN DISCUSSING OR VOTING UPON ANY PROPOSAL OR BUSINESS AGREEMENT IN WHICH THEY HAVE A DIRECT OR INDIRECT PERSONAL OR FINANCIAL INTEREST WITHOUT INFORMING THE BOARD OR COMMITTE OF A POTENTIAL CONFLICT AS SOON AS IT BECOMES APPARENT. STAFF WILL NOT PROMOTE PROPOSALS OR INITIATE BUSINESS AGREEMENTS THAT WOULD FINANCIALLY BENEFIT THEM OR MEMBERS OF THEIR FAMILY WITHOUT INFORMING THE PRESIDENT. THE BOARD WILL BE NOTIFIED IF THE PRESIDENT HAS A POTENTIAL CONFLICT. IF THE CONFLICT IS DETERMINED TO EXIST, OPTIONS TO BE EMPLOYED, AT THE DISCRETION OF THE CHAIR AND/OR PRESIDENT WOULD INCLUDE, BUT NOT LIMITED TO: 1) THE BOARD MEMBER, COMMITTEE MEMBER OR STAFF MEMBER WOULD NOT BE PERMITTED INPUT ON THE DECISION, 2) THE MEMBER IN QUESTION MAY RESPOND TO SPECIFIC INQUIRIES REGARDING THE DECISION, BUT NOT PARTICIPATE IN MAKING THE DECISION, 3) THE MEMBER IN QUESTION SHALL LEAVE THE ROOM WHILE THE ITEM IS UNDER DISCUSSION. BOARD/COMMITTEE/STAFF MEMBERS COMPLETE A CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURE FORM AT THE BEGINNING OF EACH CALENDAR YEAR OR UPON APPOINTMENT.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 15	COMPENSATION OF ORGANIZATION'S PRESIDENT: THE GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD IS CHARGED WITH COORDINATING THE PRESIDENT'S ANNUAL REVIEW AND FOR RECOMMENDING A COMPENSATION PACKAGE TO THE FULL BOARD OF TRUSTEES. THE PROCESS INCLUDES REVIEW OF A WRITTEN REPORT PREPARED BY THE PRESIDENT ON THE ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND ACHIEVEMENTS OF THE AGREED UPON ANNUAL GOALS; CONDUCTING CONFIDENTIAL INFORMAL INTERVIEWS WITH ALL TRUSTEES, SELECTED STAFF AND KEY CONSTITUENTS WHOM THE COMMITTEE IDENTIFIES; AND GATHERING GENERAL OBSERVATIONS FROM THE FULL BOARD OF TRUSTEES ON AN ONGOING BASIS. THE GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE REVIEWS EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION DATA FROM THE OTHER MIFS, MCF AND THE NATIONAL COF AND PREPARES A CONFIDENTIAL REPORT FOR THE BOARD SUMMARIZING THE PERFORMANCE AND ITS RECOMMENDATIONS. THE BOARD REVIEWS AND TAKES ACTION ON THE REPORT AND AFTER WHICH TIME THE BOARD CHAIR PROVIDES WRITTEN DOCUMENATION RELATED TO CHANGES IN COMPENSATION. THIS REVIEW WAS LAST PERFORMED IN 2013. COMPENSATION OF ORGANIZATION'S OFFICERS: POSITIONS ARE GROUPED IN LIKE CLASSIFICATIONS. SALARY RANGES ARE ESTABLISHED BASED ON MARKET, MIF AND MCN SURVEYS. COMPENSATION IS DETERMINED BY A NUMBER OF FACTORS INCLUDING EDUCATION, PRIOR EXPERIENCE, LONGEVITY, NUMBER OF DIRECT REPORTS, AND RISK ASSOCIATED WITH THE TYPE OF WORK PERFORMED. THE PRESIDENT CONDUCTS ANNUAL PERFORMANCE REVIEWS AND SETS COMPENSATION LEVELS. THIS REVIEW WAS LAST PERFORMED IN 2013.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION C, LINE 19	THE ORGANIZATION'S FINANCIAL STATEMENTS ARE MADE AVAILABLE WITHIN THE ANNUAL REPORT OR UPON REQUEST. THE ORGANIZATION'S GOVERNING DOCUMENTS AND CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY ARE NOT AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC.

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.

Cat. No. 51056K

Schedule O (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2013

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SCHEDULE R
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships

Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 33, 34, 35b, 36, or 37.
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Attach to Form 990. MediumBullet

See separate instructions.
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Information about Schedule R (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.

OMB No. 1545-0047

2013

Open to Public Inspection

Name of the organization

INITIATIVE FOUNDATION

Employer identification number

36-3451562

Part I

Identification of Disregarded Entities Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 33.

(a) Name, address, and EIN (if applicable) of disregarded entity	(b) Primary activity	(c) Legal domicile (state or foreign country)	(d) Total income	(e) End-of-year assets	(f) Direct controlling entity
(1) VISTA PROGRAM 405 FIRST STREET SE LITTLE FALLS,MN56345 11-3699733	TO BUILD CAPACITY AND SUSTAINABILITY IN A NON-PROFIT	MN	339,147	77,598	INITIATIVE FOUNDATION

Part II

Identification of Related Tax-Exempt Organizations Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related tax-exempt organizations during the tax year.

(a) Name, address, and EIN of related organization	(b) Primary activity	(c) Legal domicile (state or foreign country)	(d) Exempt Code section	(e) Public charity status (if section 501(c)(3))	(f) Direct controlling entity	(g) Section 512(b)(13) controlled entity?
(a) Name, address, and EIN of related organization	(b) Primary activity	(c) Legal domicile (state or foreign country)	(d) Exempt Code section	(e) Public charity status (if section 501(c)(3))	(f) Direct controlling entity	Yes	No

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.

Cat. No. 50135Y

Schedule R (Form 990) 2013

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Part III

Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Partnership Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a partnership during the tax year.

(a) Name, address, and EIN of related organization	(b) Primary activity	(c) Legal domicile (state or foreign country)	(d) Direct controlling entity	(f) Share of total income	(g) Share of end-of-year assets	(h) Disproprtionate allocations?		(i) Code V-UBI amount in box 20 of Schedule K-1 (Form 1065)	(j) General or managing partner?
(a) Name, address, and EIN of related organization	(b) Primary activity	(c) Legal domicile (state or foreign country)	(d) Direct controlling entity	(f) Share of total income	(g) Share of end-of-year assets	Yes	No	(i) Code V-UBI amount in box 20 of Schedule K-1 (Form 1065)	Yes	No

Part IV

Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Corporation or Trust Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a corporation or trust during the tax year.

(a) Name, address, and EIN of related organization	(b) Primary activity	(c) Legal domicile (state or foreign country)	(d) Direct controlling entity	(e) Type of entity (C corp, S corp, or trust)	(f) Share of total income	(g) Share of end-of-year assets	(i) Section 512(b)(13) controlled entity?
(a) Name, address, and EIN of related organization	(b) Primary activity	(c) Legal domicile (state or foreign country)	(d) Direct controlling entity	(e) Type of entity (C corp, S corp, or trust)	(f) Share of total income	(g) Share of end-of-year assets	Yes	No

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Part V

Transactions With Related Organizations Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34, 35b, or 36.

Note. Complete line 1 if any entity is listed in Parts II, III, or IV of this schedule.

Yes

1 During the tax year, did the orgranization engage in any of the following transactions with one or more related organizations listed in Parts II-IV?

a Receipt of (i) interest (ii) annuities (iii) royalties or (iv) rent from a controlled entity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

b Gift, grant, or capital contribution to related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

c Gift, grant, or capital contribution from related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

d Loans or loan guarantees to or for related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

e Loans or loan guarantees by related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

f Dividends from related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

g Sale of assets to related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

h Purchase of assets from related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

i Exchange of assets with related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

j Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets to related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

k Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets from related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

l Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations for related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

m Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations by related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

n Sharing of facilities, equipment, mailing lists, or other assets with related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

o Sharing of paid employees with related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

p Reimbursement paid to related organization(s) for expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

q Reimbursement paid by related organization(s) for expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

r Other transfer of cash or property to related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

s Other transfer of cash or property from related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

If the answer to any of the above is "Yes," see the instructions for information on who must complete this line, including covered relationships and transaction thresholds.

(a) Name of related organization	(b) Transaction type (a-s)	(c) Amount involved	(d) Method of determining amount involved

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Part VI

Unrelated Organizations Taxable as a Partnership Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 37.

Provide the following information for each entity taxed as a partnership through which the organization conducted more than five percent of its activities (measured by total assets or gross revenue) that was not a related organization. See instructions regarding exclusion for certain investment partnerships.

(a) Name, address, and EIN of entity	(b) Primary activity	(c) Legal domicile (state or foreign country)	(e) Are all partners section 501(c)(3) organizations?		(f) Share of total income	(g) Share of end-of-year assets	(h) Disproprtionate allocations?		(i) Code V?UBI amount in box 20 of Schedule K-1 (Form 1065)	(j) General or managing partner?
(a) Name, address, and EIN of entity	(b) Primary activity	(c) Legal domicile (state or foreign country)	Yes	No	(f) Share of total income	(g) Share of end-of-year assets	Yes	No	(i) Code V?UBI amount in box 20 of Schedule K-1 (Form 1065)	Yes	No

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Part VII

Supplemental Information

Provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule R (see instructions).

Return Reference	Explanation

Schedule R (Form 990) 2013

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1	Briefly describe the organization’s mission or most significant activities: TO UNLOCK THE POWER OF CENTRAL MINNESOTA PEOPLE TO BUILD AND SUSTAIN THRIVING COMMUNITIES.
2	Check this box
3	Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1a) ........	3	12
4	Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1b) .....	4	12
5	Total number of individuals employed in calendar year 2013 (Part V, line 2a) ......	5	31
6	Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessary) .............	6	20
7a	Total unrelated business revenue from Part VIII, column (C), line 12 ........	7a	86,069
b	Net unrelated business taxable income from Form 990-T, line 34 .........	7b	0

		Prior Year	Current Year
8	Contributions and grants (Part VIII, line 1h) .........	5,705,748	4,618,008
9	Program service revenue (Part VIII, line 2g) .........	478,742	469,831
10	Investment income (Part VIII, column (A), lines 3, 4, and 7d ) ....	1,374,435	1,592,612
11	Other revenue (Part VIII, column (A), lines 5, 6d, 8c, 9c, 10c, and 11e)	280,779	309,338
12	Total revenue—add lines 8 through 11 (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12)...................	7,839,704	6,989,789
13	Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1–3 )...	1,306,511	2,809,127
14	Benefits paid to or for members (Part IX, column (A), line 4).....	0	0
15	Salaries, other compensation, employee benefits (Part IX, column (A), lines 5–10)	1,697,185	1,668,001
16a	Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A), line 11e).....	0	0
b	Total fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D), line 25) 411,555
17	Other expenses (Part IX, column (A), lines 11a–11d, 11f–24e)....	1,006,404	1,265,876
18	Total expenses. Add lines 13–17 (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25)	4,010,100	5,743,004
19	Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 18 from line 12.......	3,829,604	1,246,785
		Beginning of Current Year	End of Year
20	Total assets (Part X, line 16).............	54,942,906	60,796,062
21	Total liabilities (Part X, line 26).............	4,631,761	4,307,716
22	Net assets or fund balances. Subtract line 21 from line 20.....	50,311,145	56,488,346

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	Type or print name and title


4a	(Code: ) (Expenses $ 1,835,611 including grants of $ 886,882 ) (Revenue $ 0 )
	LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (SEE SCHEDULE O)

4b	(Code: ) (Expenses $ 287,248 including grants of $ 90,323 ) (Revenue $ 666,827 )
	ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT/BUSINESS LENDING(SEE SCHEDULE O)

4c	(Code: ) (Expenses $ 457,225 including grants of $ ) (Revenue $ )
	COMMUNICATIONS & IQ MAGAZINE(SEE SCHEDULE O)

	(Code: ) (Expenses $ 2,166,366 including grants of $ 1,831,922 ) (Revenue $ 6,060 )


4d	Other program services (Describe in Schedule O.)
	(Expenses $ 2,166,366 including grants of $ 1,831,922 ) (Revenue $ 6,060 )
4e	Total program service expenses4,746,450

(A) Name and Title	(B) Average hours per week (list any hours for related organizations below dotted line)	(C) Position (do not check more than one box, unless person is both an officer and a director/trustee)		(D) Reportable compensation from the organization (W- 2/1099-MISC)	(E) Reportable compensation from related organizations (W- 2/1099-MISC)	(F) Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
(A) Name and Title
(1) JOHN E BABCOCK........................................................................ TRUSTEE	1.00 .......................	X		0	0	0
(2) MAYULI BALES........................................................................ TRUSTEE	1.00 .......................	X		0	0	0
(3) CHARLES BLACK LANCE........................................................................ TRUSTEE	1.00 .......................	X		0	0	0
(4) REGGIE CLOW........................................................................ TRUSTEE	1.00 .......................	X		0	0	0
(5) LINDA EICH DESJARDINS........................................................................ CHAIR	2.00 .......................	X	X	0	0	0
(6) PAT GORHAM........................................................................ TRUSTEE	1.00 .......................	X		0	0	0
(7) LEE HANSON........................................................................ TRUSTEE	1.00 .......................	X		0	0	0
(8) LARRY KORF........................................................................ VICE CHAIR	1.00 .......................	X	X	0	0	0
(9) DAN MEYER........................................................................ TRUSTEE	1.00 .......................	X		0	0	0
(10) EARL POTTER........................................................................ TRUSTEE	1.00 .......................	X		0	0	0
(11) TRACI TAPANI........................................................................ TRUSTEE	1.00 .......................	X		0	0	0
(12) WAYNE WOLDEN........................................................................ TRUSTEE	1.00 .......................	X		0	0	0
(13) KATHY GAALSWYK........................................................................ PRESIDENT	40.00 .......................		X	156,641	0	15,891
(14) LYNN BUSHINGER........................................................................ CFO/TREASURER	40.00 .......................		X	88,173	0	20,104

1b	Sub-Total................
c	Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section A....
d	Total (add lines 1b and 1c)............	244,814	0	35,995

(A) Name and business address	(B) Description of services	(C) Compensation





2 Total number of independent contractors (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization 0

				(A) Total revenue	(B) Related or exempt function revenue	(C) Unrelated business revenue	(D) Revenue excluded from tax under sections 512-514
1a	Federated campaigns..1a
b	Membership dues....1b
c	Fundraising events....1c		5,636
d	Related organizations...1d
e	Government grants (contributions)1e		912,617

f	All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above1f		3,699,755

g	Noncash contributions included in lines 1a-1f:$
h	Total. Add lines 1a-1f.......			4,618,008
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2a	REVOLVING LOAN INT		522100	445,310	445,310
b	LOAN ADMIN FEE		900099	24,521	24,521
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d
e
f	All other program service revenue .
g	Total. Add lines 2a–2f........			469,831
3	Investment income (including dividends, interest, and other similar amounts).......			889,739		10,648	879,091
4	Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceeds..
5	Royalties...........
		(i) Real	(ii) Personal
6a	Gross rents	6,060
b	Less: rental expenses	0
c	Rental income or (loss)	6,060
d	Net rental income or (loss).......			6,060	6,060
		(i) Securities	(ii) Other
7a	Gross amount from sales of assets other than inventory	13,799,024
b	Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses	13,096,151
c	Gain or (loss)	702,873
d	Net gain or (loss)..........			702,873			702,873
8a	Gross income from fundraising events (not including $ 5,636 of contributions reported on line 1c). See Part IV, line 18 ..
	a		54,163
b	Less: direct expenses ...b		23,302
c	Net income or (loss) from fundraising events..			30,861			30,861
9a	Gross income from gaming activities. See Part IV, line 19 ...
	a
b	Less: direct expenses ...b
c	Net income or (loss) from gaming activities...
10a	Gross sales of inventory, less returns and allowances .
	a
b	Less: cost of goods sold ..b
c	Net income or (loss) from sales of inventory..
Miscellaneous Revenue			Business Code
11a	BAD DEBT RECOVERIES		900099	196,996	196,996
b	ADVERTISING		541860	75,421		75,421
c
d	All other revenue ....
e	Total. Add lines 11a–11d ......			272,417
12	Total revenue. See Instructions......			6,989,789	672,887	86,069	1,612,825


				(A) Beginning of year		(B) End of year
1	Cash–non-interest-bearing .............			1,820,853	1	372,412
2	Savings and temporary cash investments .........			2,209,419	2	2,146,889
3	Pledges and grants receivable, net ...........			1,665,536	3	1,849,857
4	Accounts receivable, net .............			198,167	4	128,869
5	Loans and other receivables from current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees. Complete Part II of Schedule L ..................
					5
6	Loans and other receivables from other disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)), persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B), and contributing employers and sponsoring organizations of section 501(c)(9) voluntary employees' beneficiary organizations (see instructions) Complete Part II of Schedule L
					6
7	Notes and loans receivable, net .............			5,977,863	7	6,384,718
8	Inventories for sale or use ..............				8
9	Prepaid expenses and deferred charges ..........			27,859	9	57,486
10a	Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or other basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule D	10a	3,148,760
b	Less: accumulated depreciation .....	10b	1,076,650	2,079,857	10c	2,072,110
11	Investments—publicly traded securities ..........			39,828,409	11	46,533,724
12	Investments—other securities. See Part IV, line 11 .....			1,128,343	12	1,243,397
13	Investments—program-related. See Part IV, line 11 .....				13
14	Intangible assets ...............				14
15	Other assets. See Part IV, line 11 ...........			6,600	15	6,600
16	Total assets. Add lines 1 through 15 (must equal line 34)......			54,942,906	16	60,796,062
17	Accounts payable and accrued expenses .........			222,549	17	301,792
18	Grants payable .................			265,400	18	65,145
19	Deferred revenue ................			669,015	19	354,866
20	Tax-exempt bond liabilities .............				20
21	Escrow or custodial account liability. Complete Part IV of Schedule D..			118,216	21	163,258
22	Loans and other payables to current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated employees, and disqualified
	persons. Complete Part II of Schedule L..........				22
23	Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties ..			1,600,357	23	1,736,200
24	Unsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties ....			1,687,497	24	1,676,006
25	Other liabilities (including federal income tax, payables to related third parties, and other liabilities not included on lines 17-24). Complete Part X of Schedule D....................			68,727	25	10,449
26	Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through 25.........			4,631,761	26	4,307,716
	Organizations that follow SFAS 117 (ASC 958), check here and complete lines 27 through 29, and lines 33 and 34.
27	Unrestricted net assets ..............			27,131,307	27	32,728,644
28	Temporarily restricted net assets ...........			4,839,247	28	5,115,817
29	Permanently restricted net assets ...........			18,340,591	29	18,643,885
	Organizations that do not follow SFAS 117 (ASC 958), check here and complete lines 30 through 34.
30	Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds ........				30
31	Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building or equipment fund .....				31
32	Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds				32
33	Total net assets or fund balances ...........			50,311,145	33	56,488,346
34	Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances ........			54,942,906	34	60,796,062