New coalition applies for broadband stimulus funds $5 million would target broadband use in rural Minnesota communities GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. (September 2, 2009) – As part of Blandin Foundation’s continued commitment to strengthen communities in rural Minnesota, especially the Grand Rapids area, the Foundation has submitted an application for federal broadband stimulus funding on behalf …
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. (August 20, 2009) – As part of Blandin Foundation’s continued commitment to strengthen communities in rural Minnesota, especially the Grand Rapids area, the Foundation has awarded a $50,000 grant to study the types and systems of transportation Itasca County residents use to get to work, school and other local destinations, and to …
Date: April 22, 2009 To: Prospective PartnersMN Broadband Stimulus Application From: Bernadine JoselynDirector, Public Policy & Engagement Re: Call for Partners Blandin Foundation intends to develop and submit an application for federal broadband stimulus funds and is inviting interested prospective partners to join us in a collaborative effort to bring significant federal funds to Minnesota. …
In 2005, the Blandin Foundation awarded $6.25 million in seed capital and program support to create a fund to purchase conservation easements on up to 75,000 acres of forestland in the Itasca County Area. Partnering organizations include: The Conservation Fund, Trust for Public Land, The Nature Conservancy, MN Deer Hunters Association, Grand Rapids Area Chamber …