December 2019
Dear Friends of the Foundation,

Dawn Hank, our Executive Director, has recently transitioned to a new role outside our organization. We will greatly miss the energy and passion she brought to the White Bear Lake Area Educational Foundation.

As we move into the holiday season and reflect upon our many blessings, we are thankful for the many years Dawn spent with the Foundation and wish her the best in her new career opportunity. We look forward to finding someone who will help continue the mission and positive work of the Foundation. For details on this open position with the Foundation, please visit our website .


Happy Holidays and best wishes to you and your family,

Andrea Loppnow
Board President
Ryan Art Grants Awarded
The Foundation recently awarded six Ryan Family Art grants to Elementary School teachers in the White Bear Lake Area School District, totaling $5519.
Brosious Grants Awarded
The Foundation recently awarded 10 Brosious Grants totaling $19,447.

Holiday Angels
Program In Full Swing Through January 1
Honor someone special in your life by making a donation to the Angel Fund this holiday season.


BEAR Legacy
Fundaiser a Success!
The Foundation hosted its annual BEAR Legacy Fundraiser on October 11. Thank you to our sponsors, attendees and all who donated to our live and silent auctions! View the bear dance off and great photos from the evening here at the link below!
Annual Report
The 2018-2019 school year marked 25 years of providing grass-roots funding for innovative and sustainable initiatives impacting teachers and thousands of students. Our annual report is now available online.
Otter Lake Outdoor Classroom Pavilion
With the aid of an E3 Grant, Otter Lake Elementary celebrated the completion of their outdoor pavilion classroom with a ribbon cutting ceremony on October 31.

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Volunteers Wanted!
We are in need of volunteers to help in several capacities, including helping at The Closet as well as general office support. If you looking to lend your time and talents, please consider the Foundation.

Visit our VOLUNTEER PAGE and complete an application today.
White Bear Lake Area Educational Foundation
4855 Bloom Avenue White Bear Lake, MN 55110
651.407.7696 | wblaef.org | info@wblaef.org