Run 4 Rural

Register for Run4Rural Trainings!

Run4Rural is a dynamic 1½ day public leadership training aimed at empowering individuals interested in contributing to their communities through elected office and other public leadership roles. Our next training opportunity is October 10 & 11 at West Central Initiative in Fergus Falls.

Session times:
Friday, October 10, from 3 - 8 p.m.
Saturday, October 11, from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.

Training topics include:

Understanding what’s at stake in our communities and the role local elections play.
Finding personal motivation and the right position to serve.
Communicating through stories and shared values.
Implementing community engagement strategies and refining messaging to bring the community together.
Fundraising techniques for those who do not consider themselves rich.

“The entire training was inspirational and made the idea of running for office seem more attainable," said Run4Rural participant Katie Grindall (pictured). "I thoroughly enjoyed meeting people who see the big picture impact they can make."

Registration closes Thursday, October 9.

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Date and Time

Friday Oct 10, 2025
3:00 PM - 8:00 PM CDT

Friday, October 10
3:00 - 8:00 pm
AND
Saturday, October 11
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Location

West Central Initiative
1000 Western Ave
Fergus Falls, MN

Fees/Admission

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Printed courtesy of www.fergusfalls.com/ – Contact the Fergus Falls Area Chamber of Commerce for more information.
202 South Court Street, Fergus Falls, MN 56537 – (218) 736-6951 – chamber@fergusfalls.com

Run 4 Rural

Register for Run4Rural Trainings!

Session times: Friday, October 10, from 3 - 8 p.m. Saturday, October 11, from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.

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Date and Time

Location

Fees/Admission

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Session times:
Friday, October 10, from 3 - 8 p.m.
Saturday, October 11, from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.