Transforming Tomorrow Together: Southern MN 2040

06/10/2026

Entrepreneurship and innovation help regions respond to change.Transforming Tomorrow Together highlights opportunities that encourage creativity and smart risk-taking.

Don't forget to register! SMIF's Economic Development Grant has new guidelines! Join Mary Athey, SMIF vice president of entrepreneurship, June 18 for an informational webinar.

Eligible organizations include IRS-designated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations and other IRS-designated 501(c) nonprofit organizations or informal/grassroots groups may apply with an eligible fiscal host that is an IRS-designated 501(c)(3) organization. Units/agencies of government and public institutions are not eligible to apply in this round.

✨Register today! https://smifoundation.org/event/economic-development-grant-guidelines-walkthrough/

06/01/2026

Meet the business leaders who are choosing to invest in our community's future.

By bringing together regional business and community leaders, this campaign ensures The Future State is shaped not only for campus, but for Greater Mankato as a whole. From wellness and recreation to workforce growth and community connection, the vision continues to grow through the people helping lead it forward.

Together, we can help shape the future of Mankato.

05/20/2026

As part of Transforming Tomorrow Together, area leaders are coming together to talk about growth, workforce development, innovation, and how initiatives started today, will define tomorrow.

Check out more highlights on the MSU The Future State and its potential impact the region!

05/14/2026

MSU The Future State promises to have a significant impact the Greater Mankato region! It is a cornerstone project for Transforming Tomorrow Together. Excellent presentation earlier this week at the Maverick Innovation Gateway. Check out some highlights!

04/30/2026

Show your support for Transforming Tomorrow Together! Adopt a resolution and/or complete a letter of support! It's quick and easy!

https://transformsouthernminnesota2040.com/partners-supporters/

04/23/2026

04/13/2026

04/04/2026

Fun Fact Friday!

For more than 60 years, Blakeslee Stadium has been part of the Maverick experience, and now a new chapter is taking shape.

Through The Future State, South Campus is evolving into a hub for housing, wellness, recreation and community connection, strengthening southern Minnesota for generations to come.

Visit our link to explore The Future State vision. https://bit.ly/48tID4f

03/23/2026