A pilot project to build stronger relationships among Eden Prairie nonprofits and civic organizations has been launched by the Eden Prairie Community Foundation. The pilot will test the theory that the Foundation, working more closely with charitable and service organizations serving Eden Prairie, can bring about more positive impact, better communication, and less duplication. It’s […] Read more
From time to time, the Eden Prairie Community Foundation is spotlighting local resources. This installment of “EP Help on Hand” looks at Eden Prairie TreeHouse. TreeHouse has been serving teens since 1979, but was brought locally to Eden Prairie in 2019 by Tammy Ryder-Harms. Tammy has such a passion and heart for helping teenagers and […] Read more
The Edina Realty Foundation, the Eden Prairie Community Foundation, and Onward Eden Prairie are collaborating to provide $9,000 to help precariously housed young adults in 2021. The funds will pay for stable housing and support services for young-adult residents of the Onward House, which is run by the nonprofit Onward Eden Prairie. Edina Realty Foundation […] Read more
This fall, a new bed went to a woman who had been sleeping on a deflated, broken air mattress. Earlier, another new bed allowed a local man to take in and care for his grandmother, who had moved out of assisted living because of COVID-19. In all, 50 new beds for individuals and families in […] Read more
The Foundation’s volunteer leaders have pledged a $12,000 match, if the community meets or exceeds that donation total during the organization’s 2020 year-end fundraising campaign. In other words, whatever amount is donated by you and other folks in Eden Prairie between now and Dec. 31 will be matched by Foundation leaders, up to $12,000. The […] Read more
Mark Weber has been the executive director of the Eden Prairie Community Foundation since October 2013. In this role, he enjoys meeting with Eden Prairie residents, and being an active member of the community. If you’d like to connect with Mark, call him at (952) 949-8499 or email him. You can also read Mark’s full biography.
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