About Educare
The Educare Foundation, a non-profit organization founded in 1995, has provided more than $1.3 million in financial support to Mankato Area Public Schools. Educare’s support through Educator Initiative Grants and Ed Waltman Mini Grants goes beyond the normal operating budget to fund programs and activities that enhance educational opportunities for all students, encourage teachers to explore new ways of learning and provide a vital link between the community and the classroom.
Educare has one annual fundraiser. Every dollar raised stays local and supports the Mankato Area Public Schools.
Our goals are to enable all students to work to their greatest potential by providing support for continuous improvement and innovation in teaching methods.
Educare’s Mission
Educare is a non-profit, public entity which provides financial support to Mankato Area Public Schools, beyond the normal operating budgets, for programs and activities that enhance educational opportunities for all students. Through this funding, we enable teachers to explore new ways to expand a world of learning for their students.
Board Members
Darren Blue, Chair
Carolyn Nelson, Vice Chair
Jason Femrite, Treasurer
John Sowders, Secretary
Dan Sarff
Amy Sorensen
Susan Klenk, Past Chair
Barbara Lake
Gretchen Rehm
Jeff Grace
John Christian
Brandon Thiesse
Kari Juni
Marie Krause
Susan Klenk, Chair
Melissa Williams
Wendy Weber
School District Liaisons
Paul Peterson, Superintendent
Sherri Blasing
Jessica Buttell
Steve Johanson
Mark Ulman
Support Services
Marni Moule, Mankato Area Public Schools
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