Willmar Area Community Foundation

09/04/2026

Our office will be closed on Monday, September 7th, in observance of Labor Day. We will reopen for regular business hours on Tuesday, September 8th, 2026.

08/31/2026

This week on Wednesday, September 2, join us for a free webinar featuring four community leaders who will share their experiences and insights on Agency Funds and how they can support organizations for the long term.

Join Chris Drum, Superintendent of Recreation with Derby Recreation Commission; Jim Hunt, Grants Team Lead with Rotary Club of White Bear Lake ; Shale Lapping, President of IPEX; and Shane Rieffel, Chief Executive Officer of Brainerd Family YMCA for a free webinar on Wednesday, September 2, at 12:00PM.

Together, they’ll share their perspectives and experiences, offering practical insight into how an Agency Fund can help nonprofits build financial resources, invest for the future, and support their mission for years to come.

Whether your organization already has an Agency Fund or you’re simply curious about how one could benefit your nonprofit, this is an opportunity to learn from organizations putting these tools to work.

Free registration via Zoom!

Learn more and register: https://www.communitygiving.org/event/agencyfundwebinar2026/

08/25/2026

Curious how an Agency Fund can help your nonprofit build financial resources for the future? Join us September 2 for this free webinar featuring four community leaders sharing their experiences. Register for free via zoom!

08/19/2026

Help us share with someone you know that would be a great addition to the Willmar Area Community Foundation team!

We’re excited to share the opportunity to join the Willmar Area Community Foundation team as our Communications & Outreach Coordinator! This position will provide exceptional service to donors and community partners while leading communications, marketing, and community outreach efforts that share the Foundation’s impact, strengthen relationships, and increase awareness of opportunities to give back and support the community. Learn more and apply at www.communitygiving.org/careers.

08/11/2026

How can an Agency Fund support your nonprofit for years to come? Join us September 2 for a free webinar to learn how Agency Funds can help build long-term financial stability. Register here: www.communitygiving.org/event/agencyfundwebinar2026/

What if your organization could turn today’s generosity into a resource that helps support your mission for years to come?

Join us for a free webinar on Wednesday, September 2nd at 12:00PM for an informative and engaging webinar exploring Agency Funds, a tool that can help nonprofit organizations build long-term financial resources while connecting their work to the broader strength of a local community foundation.

Whether your organization already holds an Agency Fund or you’re simply curious about how one could benefit your nonprofit, you’ll learn how these funds work, how investment can enhance long-term impact, and how partnering with a Community Foundation can support your organization’s goals.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.communitygiving.org/event/agencyfundwebinar2026/

08/10/2026

We are excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for a new position to join the Willmar Area Community Foundation team.

This position will provide exceptional service to donors and community partners, while coordinating communications, marketing, and community outreach efforts that promote the Foundation’s impact, strengthen stakeholder relationships, increase awareness of philanthropic opportunities, and maintain the Foundation’s community presence across various platforms.

To learn more and apply, visit www.communitygiving.org/careers

07/06/2026

Head out to the Kandiyohi County Historical Society this week to see the America 250 traveling exhibit-we are fortunate to be a stop on its journey this year! Thanks to the local DAR group and the our partners at the museum for making it possible!

This is the week! We are exciting to partner with the Willmar Area DAR and host the "American Revolution Experience Traveling Exhibit". We will be having additional programming and open hours. The schedule for this week is below. We hope you can find a time to check out this exhibit! Remember it is free admission this entire year.

07/03/2026

Our office are closed today in honor of Independence Day. We will reopen for regular business hours on Monday, July 6th.

06/24/2026

Congratulations to our grantee partner, Mid-Minnesota Development Commission, on their 2026 NADO award for our RideShare Pilot program!
WACF was pleased to invest in transportation options for Kandiyohi County residents-it has been great seeing Uber and Lyft drivers helping support people access basic needs like groceries and medical care in addition to increasing community engagement for those who do not drive. This project has helped seniors, those with varied abilities, youth and people who needed alternate options to make daily life easier.

When you support YOUR community foundation, you help ensure local innovation and needs are fueled for today and the future. Thank you to our donors who help make these investments possible and to our partners for setting big goals!

Mid-Minnesota Development Commission will be honored to receive a 2026 Excellence in Regional Transportation Award from the National Association of Development Organizations (NADO) for our Rideshare Support Project in Kandiyohi County.

Supported by a grant from the Willmar Area Community Foundation, this project helped establish reliable local rideshare service during evenings, weekends, and holidays. Since launching in July 2025, participating drivers have provided more than 1,700 local rides, helping connect residents to jobs, services, and community activities.

Thank you to our partners, drivers, and riders for helping make this award-winning project a success. We look forward to continuing to improve transportation options across our region! To learn more, visit https://mmrdc.org/ride-resources/

06/19/2026

Our offices are closed today in honor of Juneteenth. We will reopen for regular business hours on Monday, June 22.