Ely Area Community Foundation, Inc

Our Mission 

The Ely Area Community Foundation (EACF) strives to enhance the quality of life in Ely and the surrounding communities by establishing programs and facilities that improve the well-being of our citizens. 

About Our Organization

The Ely Area Community Foundation (EACF) is a 501(c)(3), non-profit organization in Ely, Minnesota.  Our organization is devoted to enhancing community development, quality of life, and the well-being of our citizens in Ely and the surrounding communities.  

We strive to achieve our goals through two primary programs:

1. A community center facility that offers key services designed to enhance the well-being of people of all ages in our communities.  We envision services to include childcare, senior programs, fitness, and other services that enrich mental and physical health.  Our facility brings multi-generational families, friends, and neighbors together in a place that is accessible and inclusive.  
2. A grant program designed to support important initiatives that other non-profit organizations, other groups, and individuals are pursuing for the good of our communities.  Grants are giving in the areas of Arts and Humanities, Civic Affairs, Education, Environment and Nature, and Human Services.

The EACF is governed by a multi-disciplinary Board of Directors of leaders from Ely, the surrounding area, and elsewhere, each with the specific skills and experience that enhance its effectiveness.