Region Five Development Commission

🚜 Request for Proposals: Mental Health Support for MN Farmers! 🌾💙 We are seeking proposals from qualified providers to offer mental health and outreach support for Minnesota farmers, their families, and agricultural communities. This opportunity includes counseling, farm transition support, mental health education, and collaboration with key agricultural organizations. 🌿👩🌾 Eligible providers must have clinical experience in rural mental health and a deep understanding of farming stressors. 📢 🔗 Submit your proposal and help strengthen the mental well-being of our agricultural community! www.regionfive.org/rfp

Curious about what we do? We’re a unique organization that brings together community development, economic growth, and transportation initiatives in one place. Watch this video to learn more about how we make it all happen! https://lnkd.in/gT4q-hMR #CommunityImpact #EconomicGrowth #InnovationInAction #Transportation #makingadifference

🌟 We're Hiring! Join Our Team as a Controller! 🌟 Are you an experienced financial professional passionate about your community? We’re looking for a Controller for the financial operations at Region Five Development Commission and our 501c3 subsidiary, The North Central Economic Development Association. 💼 What You’ll Do: • Prepare financial reports and fund requests 📊 • Oversee multiple bank accounts and ensure compliance ✅ • Collaborate with our team to support regional growth 🌍 Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today! www.regionfive.org/careers #JobOpening #FinanceJobs #Controller #NonprofitJobs #AccountingCareers #JoinOurTeam #MinnesotaJobs #ApplyNow 💼📈

🌊🗺️ Call for Public Input! 🗺️🌊 The Crow Wing River One Watershed One Plan Partnership invites you to review and provide feedback on the draft Crow Wing River Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan. 📄💧 This collaborative plan between Local Governments aims to protect, enhance, or restore essential resources like: 🌍 Ground Water 🏞️ Surface Water 🌱 Soil Health 🐾 Biological Health 🌲 Forest Health Your insights are crucial for developing an effective and sustainable watershed management strategy. 💡🗣️ Please review and provide input at: #PublicInput #WatershedManagement #EnvironmentalSustainability #CrowWingRiver #CommunityCollaboration #NaturalResources

JOIN OUR TEAM! We are hiring a transportation-focused Mobility Manager! We are looking for someone with the following qualities: + good communicator + loves working with the public + interest/experience in the transportation field Please visit www.regionfive.org/careers to learn more.

👏🎉 Congratulations to the 15 projects receiving USDA Business Builder grants! These funds will boost local food value chains and support small to mid-sized businesses in ND, SD, and MN. 🌽🥕 #CommunitySupport #LocalBusiness #FoodSystem #Grants #LocalFoods Read the full news release: https://lnkd.in/gsR5sNdF View the award recipients: https://lnkd.in/ghv_vcQJ

We are proud to announce that two of our dedicated agricultural mental health specialists, Ted Matthews and Monica McConkey, have been recognized for their exceptional contributions to our farming community. Ted will receive the Minnesota Rural Health Lifetime Achievement Award, and Monica has been named Rural Mental Health Provider of the Year. Farming presents unique and significant stressors, from unpredictable weather to market volatility. Our Agricultural Mental Health and Wellness Program, supported by the Minnesota Legislature, is essential in providing farmers with the mental health care they deserve. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gVVZvruS For immediate assistance, the Minnesota Farm & Rural Helpline is available 24/7 at 833-600-2670. Visit mnfarmstress.com for more resources. Let's continue to support and prioritize the mental health of our farmers. #MentalHealth #Agriculture #FarmersFirst #MinnesotaAgriculture Minnesota Department of Agriculture Minnesota State Agricultural Centers of Excellence

How do we bridge differences and advance #equity and #inclusion in #rural and small towns?   Northwest Area Foundation just wrote a blog highlighting our work through an interview with our ED, Cheryal Hills. She’s appearing on a panel on bridging in small-town America for #BuildingTogether24, a Council on Foundations conference, May 6–9 in Chicago.   READ more: https://lnkd.in/d2sV7gQq