The Foundation for Eden Prairie Schools (FEPS) is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting and enhancing the excellence of Eden Prairie Public Schools. FEPS was formed in 1998 and is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a volunteer board of directors and an executive director. FEPS operates separately from Eden Prairie Public Schools. Prior to 2005, FEPS was known as Friends and Alumni of Eden Prairie Schools.
FEPS Accomplishments
FEPS raises money to fund programs and scholarships not normally funded under the schools’ budgets. Since its inception, FEPS has provided over $230,000 to Eden Prairie schools, teachers and students. The FEPS Board has made significant strides in the last several years:
Established a clear strategic direction.
Implemented the infrastructure necessary to support FEPS’s long term growth.
Conducted its most successful fundraiser ever: the 2011 Taste of Eden Prairie.
Introduced the FEPS Grant Program.
Launched the Legacy Awards, Computer for Kids, and Alma Mater Trotter.
Provided support for global learning through a merger with Habitat for Global Learning (HGL).
Greatly increased its endowed funds to almost $500,000.
For more information on what FEPS is, on what we have accomplished and on how we have helped students, teachers and schools in Eden Prairie, please watch the following video:
How can you help?
FEPS depends on the generosity of the Eden Prairie community. Please consider making an investment towards the Legacy of Excellence in Eden Prairie Schools. Tax-deductable donations can be made online or by contacting us at 952-975-7205. In addition, you can volunteer for one of our programs or events.
