West Central Initiative supports families and helps strengthen the economy of west central Minnesota through these initiatives: Business and Employment: WCI fosters and supports the creation and retention of quality jobs and self-employment opportunities. Communities and the Region: WCI works with communities to address priority needs and sustain their economic and social viability. Workers and Their Families: WCI helps workers attain skills that enable them to overcome barriers to economic success. Promoting Philanthropy: WCI offers services and funds that help people complete plans to support worthy causes and make their communities better places to live.