Legacy Gifts

We are fortunate to be part of the Eden Prairie community that has a strong, valued, and well-respected school system. Supporting FEPS is a statement of faith in, and optimism toward, our valued education system. FEPS depends on the generosity of the Eden Prairie community.

In addition to supporting our programs and events, FEPS appreciates direct contributions to our Annual and Endowment funds. The FEPS Annual Fund allows FEPS the flexibility to support creative ideas within the district and allows FEPS to build operational capacity for sustained growth.

FEPS has set an ambitious, but achievable goal of raising a $3,000,000 Endowment Fund by June 30, 2013. As of June 30, 2010, FEPS has commitments of over $300,000, in addition to approximately $194,000 donated to establish our scholarship. These funds provide individuals and businesses that value and appreciate the impact our schools have on their lives and community an opportunity to take part in sustaining the excellence of our schools.

Each of us has an opportunity to add our names to the list of those interested in a Legacy of Excellence for generations to come. Please consider making an investment in Eden Prairie Schools by donating online or by contacting us at 952-975-7205.

Contributions which meet the goals of the Foundation can be designated for specific projects or scholarships.

Currently, FEPS sponsors the following endowed funds:

General/550 Club

Habitat for Global Learning

EPHS Dream Date

Kelley Lewis Memorial Teacher’s Fund

Holasek-Griffiths Scholarship

Ways You Can Contribute:

• Gifts of Cash

• Gifts of Assets (Appreciated stocks, bonds, property, insurance policies, art, etc.)

• Planned (Deferred) Gifts

• Gifts from Estate (Wills, Trusts or other Estate Planning Tools can create a legacy of giving)

• Gifts that Pay Income:

  • Charitable gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts and pooled income funds

  • Insurance beneficiary designations, retirement plan beneficiary designations

  • Family foundation pledge