Connection to Community Resources

Newsletter Highlights:

• Know Your Neighbor: Gathering of Community Neighbors April 9
• Community Grants: Applications accept until April 24
• Resources: Tax Day, Food Support, Energy Assistance, Rent Assistance
• Summer Youth Activities 2026: Registration open
• Community Events: Holocaust Days of Remembrance, Clothing Swap, Give and Go Annual Event, Book Sale and more

If you would like to discuss other resources for your situation or if you have a resource to share, please connect with us at 952-848-3936 or email krista.phillips@edinaschools.org.

Come Together is a space of community, togetherness, and getting to know one another through shared experiences and dialogue.

In this curated space, we as neighbors and community members from different cultural backgrounds to come together to build stronger connection in what we call "community."

Performance by Indigenous Roots/ Kalpulli Yaocenoxtli Brass Solidarity

April 9 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Meetinghouse
6200 Colonial Way
Edina, MN 55436

Bloomington-Edina-Richfield Family Services Collaborative is excited to announce Community Project Grant Applications are now being accepted for 2026-27. Proposals shall support students and families living in the Bloomington, Edina and/or Richfield School Districts and be focused in at least one local priority area:

1. Building Strong Social Connections for Children, Youth, and/or Teens
2. Strengthening Social and Emotional Learning and Resilience

Project Grants- Applications Due April 24, 2026 4:00pm

Impact Grants- Applications accepted until funds are exhausted

Community Grant Information 2026-27

The Cello Still Sings - Courage and Conscience, One Conversation at a Time.

Hear Janet Horvat's generational story of the Holocaust and the transformative power of music. Horvath is a lifelong performing classic musician, speaker and writer.

Tuesday, April 14
6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Edina Fire Station 2 - Parklawn Room
4401 W. 76th St.
Edina, MN 55435

City’s Sustainability Division is partnering with the Home Energy Squad to offer free “Planner” home energy visits throughout April. During these visits, energy experts evaluate a home’s insulation, heating and cooling systems and provide recommendations to improve efficiency and year-round comfort.

Residents who sign up for a visit between April 1 and 30 will automatically receive the free service, with no coupon code required. Appointments scheduled for May will still qualify if registration occurs in April.

To schedule a visit, residents can go to mncee.org/HES and select a “Planner” visit or call 651-328-6220.

Edina Residents needing rental or utility assistance can connect with VEAP by phone, email or visit a case worker in person at Edina Fire Station 2 on Tuesday/Thursdays 9am-12pm. Learn More

Applications for Energy Assistance are now available. Renters and home owners who are needing assistance paying their energy bills (gas, electric) can complete an application between October 1, 2025 and May 31, 2026. Eligible applicants may receive a grant paid directly to their utility provider to reduce utility expenses. Applications are available in multiple languages and formats including: online, paper, and by mail. Learn More

1-800-814-4806

Helpline navigators value callers’ privacy and provide guidance people can trust. Navigators can help connect people with resources and information about jobs, food, health, housing, legal help, English classes and more.

Immigration Resources

Immigration Legal Help, Basic Needs: Food, Household Goods, Diapers, Rent/Utilities, Mental Health, Health Care and more. Information how to talk to kids, and ways to support.

TAX DAY is April 15

Do It Yourself Tax Prep: $89,000 or less Prepare + Prosper have volunteer support available.

Free File Software: income eligible households. Non-qualifying households can file for $34.99.

Renter's Credit is now filed with your Income Taxes and is due April 15.

Your property owner or managing agent must give you a completed CRP by January 31.

https://www.revenue.state.mn.us/renters-credit

Registration for 2026-27 Early Learning Center is now open

• Full-Day & Half Day Preschool (3 & 4 year old)
• Early Childhood Family Education* (ECFE) (ages 0-5)
• Parent Education
• Little KIDS Club

Financial Assistance

Scholarships available for qualifying families participating in non-ECFE component classes.

*sliding scale fee tuition

Do you have a child starting Kindergartner starting in the fall 2026? All incoming Kindergartners are required by the State of Minnesota to have a screening before the start of Kindergarten. Screening is FREE and take about an hour. Screening is open to children starting at age 3. Schedule your appointment today. Screening early (age 3) can help provide your child early access to additional supports to prepare for Kindergarten. Learn More

• Planting for Clean Water Workshops
  • 5:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, April 15, virtual (registration required)
• Clothing Swap
  • 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, April 18, Edina Senior Center
• Safe & Equitable Mobility Action Plan Open House
  • 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, April 22, Fire Station No. 2
• Arbor Day Tree Planting
  • 10 a.m. Friday, April 24, Creek Valley School Park
• Earth Day Festival
  • 1-4 p.m. Sunday, April 26, Weber Park

May 2: Edina Vehicle Day, Valley View Middle School

May 2: Fraser Festival

May 8: Be a Hornet Day

May 16: EAAA Annual AAPI Heritage Month Festival, Rosland Park

June 19: Juneteenth Celebration, Centennial Lakes

Bloomington Public Health, 952-563-8900, WIC, immunizations

City of Edina, 952-927-8861

Edina Community Ed, 952-848-3952

Edina Senior Center, 952-833-9570

Family Response, 612-979-9511, immediate in-person support & stabilization for families

Mental Health Crisis Services, call or text 988, 24/7

Normandale Center for Healing, 952-929-1698, caregiver support, education, resources

Senior Community Services,952-541-1019 caregiver support, household & outdoor maintenance,

VEAP, 952-888-9616, food pantry, social services