Lakes Area Medical Development Association Fund

A Partner Fund of the Initiative Foundation

About the Fund

The Lakes Area Medical Development Association Fund supports health and wellness in the Brainerd Lakes area.

As a Partner Fund of the Initiative Foundation, all Lakes Area Medical Development Association Fund contributions are professionally managed and stewarded for the benefit of the region now and long into the future.

Past Grants

2023

  • Park and Library Foundation of Crosslake—Pine River Overlook Park: $4,000
  • Advocates for Reproductive Education—GetFitFair and STI Testing Day hosted by WeARE Clinic at Central Lakes Community College: $3,000
  • Lakes Area Interfaith Caregivers—Rides for Low-income Seniors: $5,000

2022

  • Community Action of Pequot Lakes—Pequot Lakes Splash Pad: $10,000
  • Crow Wing County Judicial Center—DWI Court Incentive: $1,700

Engage With the Fund

Mail a Check: To make donations and payments more secure and to streamline processes, the Initiative Foundation partners with Bremer Bank. Please write the check to Initiative Foundation-Lakes Area Medical Development Association Fund, note the purpose of your contribution on the memo line, and mail to this address:

Initiative Foundation – 446122
P.O. Box 64182
St. Paul, MN 55164-0182

While the mailing address may be in St. Paul, the Initiative Foundation continues to maintain its headquarters in the heart of Central Minnesota at 405 First St. SE, Little Falls, MN 56345.

Give a Planned Gift: If you would like to contribute another type of gift, please contact the Initiative Foundation at (320) 632-9255. An Initiative Foundation staff member will be happy to answer your questions and guide you through the process.

Making a charitable bequest in your will is often the easiest way to make a significant gift and leave a lasting legacy. Gifts large and small are important. It is simpler than you might think to make a meaningful difference!

If you would like to leave the Lakes Area Medical Development Association Fund in your will, make another type of planned gift, or contribute an appreciated asset, please call the Initiative Foundation at (320) 632-9255 and a staff member will be happy to answer your questions and guide you through the process. Through an Initiative Foundation partnership with FreeWill, you can create your will online at no cost, and it only takes about 20 minutes. This simple step offers peace of mind, ensuring your wishes are documented and your future plans are secure.

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. In partnership with the Lakes Area Medical Development Association Fund, the Initiative Foundation owns and manages financial contributions for the Lakes Area Medical Development Association Fund.

FREE Service: Make Your Will

Planning your estate has never been easier—or more accessible. Through an Initiative Foundation partnership with FreeWill, you can create your will online at no cost, and it only takes about 20 minutes. This simple step offers peace of mind, ensuring your wishes are documented and your future plans are secure.

By including this Partner Fund in your will, you can play a vital role in strengthening Central Minnesota. Your legacy can help build a thriving economy, vibrant communities, and a spirit of generosity that lasts for generations.

Not ready to finalize your plans? Use FreeWill to outline your wishes before meeting with an attorney. Take control of your legacy today—it’s quick, easy, and impactful.

Questions?

Looking for information on this fund or how to create your own fund? Reach out to Community Philanthropy Manager Amy Gray or Carl Newbanks, vice president of philanthropy. We’re here to help Central Minnesotans build a thriving economy, vibrant communities, and a lasting culture of generosity.

 

Community Philanthropy Manager

Amy Gray

Community Philanthropy Manager (320) 631-2062
Vice President of Philanthropy

Carl Newbanks

Vice President of Philanthropy (320) 631-2042

Start a Fund

Looking to leave a legacy in Central Minnesota? Start a Partner Fund with the Initiative Foundation and maximize your tax benefits while supporting important causes and organizations.