Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF)
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Foundation
About Us
Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF), a donor-supported foundation, invests for economic growth in the 20 counties of south central and southeastern Minnesota. SMIF’s key interests include economic and early childhood development and community vitality.
We got our start in the farm crisis of the 1980s to help diversify Greater Minnesota economies and ensure vibrant communities for future generations. We invest about $5 million annually and also act as a regional collaborator.
SMIF offers business financing opportunities for entrepreneurs in the region. Additionally SMIF offers a variety of grants to support community vitality, early childhood and economic development for communities.
Jobs
Lending Director
Category: Financial Services
SOUTHERN MINNESOTA INITIATIVE FOUNDATIONPOSITION DESCRIPTION Job TitleLending DirectorDepartmentFinanceReports To Vice President/Chief Financial OfficerFLSA StatusExempt - AdministrativeEEO CodeFirst/Mid-Level Officials and ManagersWorkers’ Compensation Code8810DateMarch 2025 Position Overview The Lending Director handles efforts related to lending, including marketing, outreach, underwriting,
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Vice President of Entrepreneurship
Category: Office
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job TitleVice President of EntrepreneurshipDepartmentEntrepreneurshipReports To President/CEOFLSA StatusExempt - AdministrativeEEO CodeExecutive/Senior Level Officials & ManagersWorkers’ Compensation Code8810DateMay 2025
Position Overview Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) is seeking an experienced and visionary leader to serve as Vice President of
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