An affiliate fund of SWIF, the Heron Lake-Okabena Community Foundation benefits Heron Lake and Okabena, Minnesota.

Mission Statement
To enrich the community by promoting education and opportunities in the hope of creating a legacy of pride and partnership.

Grant total since inception (including grants made for operating expenses): $47,895

Fiscal Year 2012 grantmaking
Awarded grants totaling $6,580 including:

  • ISD #330 Southwest Star Concept Schools for new doors at the schools, Kindle covers and a book shelf at SSC Elementary Library
  • Heron Lake American Legion Auxiliary for Veteran's Memorial site preparation
  • Heron Lake Library for improvements to kids space at library

Local Contact Information
Heron Lake-Okabena Community Foundation
PO Box 97
Okabena, MN 56161
Telephone: (507) 793-2582
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Board Members
Collette Diemer - Chair
Jim Schneider - Co-Chair
Tracy Freking - Treasurer
Margaret (Mitz) Diemer - Secretary
Amy Bang
Jackie Baumgard
Terri Pelzel
Bardene Peter
Annie Rasche
Julianne Volk
Ann Wendorff

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