PeopleFest is an example of many organizations working in collaboration.
Great things happen when you put your heads, hands and hearts together. This is why the Foundation regularly collaborates with organizations in the Eden Prairie Community.
For example, we work with the city and schools on events like “The GIVE Gathering” volunteer fair and “State of the City, Schools and Foundation.” We have collaborated with the Eden Prairie Human Rights & Diversity Commission on an event called Culture ‘N Motion. And we have partnered with lots of different organization to launch an annual event called PeopleFest.
Also, you may not be aware that a number of fabulous but small charitable organizations are working below the radar in Eden Prairie, and many of them are affiliated with the Foundation.
The organizations listed here are making an impact, and we’re proud to be their fiscal sponsor, meaning we keep a fund for them at the Foundation and we provide tax deductibility, take care of their money, and provide a number of administrative services.
We call these organizations “community impact partners” because they are small-but-mighty groups with which we have a great relationship. We refer to their Foundation funds as “community impact funds” because they are making a difference in Eden Prairie.
Community Impact Partners
You can make a donation to any of these organizations through our secure online portal.
Eden Prairie Reads
Eden Prairie Reads
EP Reads is a community-wide program designed to promote reading, encourage discussion, and strive for better understanding and connections within the community. Each year, a different book is selected for the program and activities are planned around the theme of that book.
Eden Prairie School Supply Fund
EP Schools – School Supply Fund
The school supply fund supports the annual effort to provide back-to-school supplies to children from families in need. Many organizations collaborate to make this effort possible, including the Eden Prairie Schools, PROP, and area churches. Eden Prairie corporations, families, and schools support the fund.
Eden Prairie Local News
Eden Prairie Local News (EPLN)
This nonprofit, citizen-run, reader- and business-supported media organization provides local, non-partisan, accurate, and informed news about Eden Prairie. This includes journalistic reports on our city government, local schools, businesses, economic and development initiatives, arts and culture, sports, spiritual matters, diversity, civic organizations, community events, and more. It operates a news website at https://www.eplocalnews.org/
Friends of the EP Players
The Friends of Eden Prairie Players
This organization works to ensure the future of community theater in Eden Prairie. It supports the Eden Prairie Players, a program of the City of Eden Prairie that offers a variety of shows each season to please all types of audiences. To learn more about the Eden Prairie players go to https://www.edenprairieplayers.com/
Interfaith Circle
Interfaith Circle
Interfaith Circle convenes spiritual and religious people to celebrate, learn and serve with each other in the increasingly plural southwest corner of the metropolitan area. Known for its annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Celebration in Eden Prairie, Interfaith Circle has a diverse leadership team representing many spiritual paths and faith traditions.
They share a common commitment to supporting greater understanding between religious and spiritual groups in the interest of creating a more peaceful world. For more information about Interfaith Circle, go to https://interfaithcircle.wordpress.com/
ionSTEM
ionSTEM
This organization started by Eden Prairie High School students aims to “inspire, organize, nourish” youth. It encourages students to pursue education in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). It promotes awareness; holds guest speaker webinars, science fairs, and free STEM summer classes; and promotes enriched activities and resources as part of the school curriculum. For more information, go to www.ionstem.org.
Kaleidoscope Teens
Kaleidoscope Teens
This organization provides teens ages 11-18 with support, education, and opportunities through direct programs and community-based resources. Their mission is to be a uniting force in the community between parents, caregivers, schools, and community partners to help teens successfully launch into their futures.
Marilyn’s TWOcan
Marilyn’s TWOcan
This organization joyfully coordinates with numerous senior living centers across the metro area to provide free bike rides for residents. Whether riders are fully ambulatory or confined to wheelchairs, all are able to enjoy the wind in their hair and sunshine on their faces as they are pedaled through parks and neighborhoods.
Become a Community Impact Partner
Are you connected with a group with a charitable purpose in Eden Prairie? One that needs a fiscal sponsor so it can concentrate on its mission and fundraising? Becoming a community impact partner with the Foundation might be the way to go. For more information, contact [email protected].