Daily Yonder, a national online news source focused on topics that impact rural, posted today about a research project we funded that explores the economic impact of broadband in 5 rural Minnesota communities. You can read the article, and explore the full research project.
Grand Rapids, Minn. (May 30, 2018) — Twenty-eight residents of the Bois Forte, Fond du Lac and Grand Portage reservation communities returned May 11 from a five-day leadership retreat. This was the first segment of an intense seven-day training provided by the Blandin Reservation Community Leadership Program (BRCLP). The team also will participate in three …
Grand Rapids, Minn. (May 15, 2018) – As part of its commitment to strengthening rural communities, Blandin Foundation has named 10 communities where it is making available Blandin Leadership Program training in 2019. Blandin Community Leadership Program (BCLP) Residents of Aitkin, Blackduck-Kelliher-Northome, Fairmont, Faribault, Glencoe, Lake City, Planview and Quad Cities (Eveleth, Gilbert, Mt. Iron, …
We’re seeking four new communities to join the next cohort of Blandin Broadband Communities. If your community is eager to improve broadband access and use — check out this information! Applications due May 31.
Grand Rapids, Minn. — Twenty-six residents of the Alexandria area returned April 27 from a five-day leadership retreat, the first segment of an intense eight-day training provided by the Blandin Community Leadership Program (BCLP). The team also will participate in three follow-up workshops. A program of the Grand Rapids-based Blandin Foundation, BCLP has provided experiential …
Grand Rapids, Minn. (April 17, 2018) — Twenty-three residents of the Lac Qui Parle area returned April 13 from a five-day leadership retreat, the first segment of an intense eight-day training provided by the Blandin Community Leadership Program (BCLP). The team also will participate in three follow-up workshops. A program of the Grand Rapids-based Blandin …
Grand Rapids, Minn. (March 22, 2018) — Twenty-four residents of the Winona area returned March 16 from a five-day leadership retreat, the first segment of an intense eight-day training provided by the Blandin Community Leadership Program (BCLP). The team also will participate in three follow-up workshops. A program of the Grand Rapids-based Blandin Foundation, BCLP …
Grand Rapids, Minn. (February 27, 2018) — Twenty-one residents of the Aurora, Biwabik, Hoyt Lakes and Town of White areas returned February 16 from a five-day leadership retreat, the first segment of an intense eight-day training provided by the Blandin Community Leadership Program (BCLP). The team also will participate in three follow-up workshops. A program …
Grand Rapids, Minn. (February 15, 2018) — Twenty-four residents of the Benson, Kerkhoven, Murdock and Sunburg (KMS) areas returned February 2 from a five-day leadership retreat, the first segment of an intense eight-day training provided by the Blandin Community Leadership Program (BCLP). The team also will participate in three follow-up workshops. A program of the …
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. (February 9, 2018) –Blandin Foundation’s applications for need-based education grants are available and being accepted until March 1. Up to $1 million will be granted to Itasca County area students pursuing school after high school during the 2018-2019 school year. Grants are available to local students who will or have graduated from …