

Blandin Foundation has a special relationship with the communities of the Itasca County area. This region is home to the Foundation, and is at the heart of its mission – to strengthen rural Minnesota communities, especially the Grand Rapids (Itasca County) area.
What makes your community great? What are the challenges and opportunities? What current priorities exist? Please attend a listening meeting in your community to discuss these questions and more!
Because of its historic commitment to the communities of the Grand Rapids and Itasca County area, Blandin Foundation offers special opportunities to grant-seekers in its home communities.