Teen cancer survivor turns personal experience into hope. Edina resident Annika Olson is using her own harrowing health experience—being diagnosed...
Giving Back
InspireMSP Creates Career Pathways Into the Creative Industry
Dan Ryan is InspireMSP’s founder and our fall fashion icon. Dan Ryan founded InspireMSP with the primary goal to create pathways for young people of...
Edina Welcomes New Eagle Scouts
Boy Scouts of America Troops 48 and 123 in Edina welcomed new Eagle Scouts over the spring and summer. This achievement is the highest a scout can...
Edina Give and Go Gear Swap Is Back
The cost of a child’s activities, be it sports, music, dance and art, can quickly add up. There are the enrollment fees, the sports fees, the...
How Carba (Literally) Clears the Air
Local scientist co-creates innovative technology to combat climate change. In a world plagued by pollution, Edina’s Andrew Jones is using science...
Edina Give and Go Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary
One of Edina’s most impactful organizations, Edina Give and Go, celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. “Small needs, big impact,” is how...
Edina Resource Center Hosts School Supply Drive
Ensuring youth have the tools to succeed. Back to School shopping can be overwhelming, especially if a caregiver cannot afford to fill their...
Run for a Reason at the Edina Dash
Local high school student puts together a race to help others in the community. Seventeen-year-old Drew Dillon is entering his senior year at Blake...
Edina Soccer Association Celebrates 50 Years
Local youth find community in soccer programming. David Beckham, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are all household names for those who follow and...
Meal With a Mentor Nurtures Next Generation
Meal with a Mentor is the Edina Community Foundation’s (ECF) newest program. It connects adults established in their vocations and careers with...
Mark Your Calendars for These Centennial Lakes Park Events
This park has plenty of fun things in store, from swan-shaped paddle boats to a flower planting extravaganza. Centennial Lakes Park has new...
Behind the Programs That Support Edina Students With Autism
Programs and resources help children and adults with autism find belonging, build skills and pursue their interests. If you visit a Unified class in...
Calling All Bakers
The tantalizing aroma of freshly baked cakes is one of the loveliest aspects of the Edina Education Fund’s annual CAKE-Off (Community Action for...
Get Involved
If your New Year’s resolution is to become more involved in community service, your timing is perfect to participate in one of Edina’s 10 advisory...
“A Minnesota Holiday” Celebrates 15 Years
Local musicians lend their talents to an annual holiday album. ‘Tis the season for merry celebration, and one Woodbury native knows just how to...
Youth Frontiers Shares Lessons in Character Building
Youth Frontiers teaches hundreds of students about self-improvement and empowerment. For the last 35 years, an Edina nonprofit has aimed to be the...
Adventure with Purpose
Volunteer travel offers a unique way to explore the world while giving back to communities. It’s a niche that’s perfect for those who wish to...
Volunteer Spotlight: Dedicated Edina dad wins Connecting with Kids award
Daniel Hunt is one of those people in our community who do charitable work yet are too modest to talk about it. When he got a phone call that he’d...
Reverse Rett Minneapolis
The annual Reverse Rett Minneapolis fundraiser was held at the Edina Country Club. The event aims to transform the lives of those touched by Rett...
Beyond the Crown With Mrs. Minnesota
Mrs. Minnesota America is a voice for children’s cancer research. There’s a secret behind pageantry. Beyond the glitz, crown, sash and gown, most...
