Get Involved

How can you get involved?

  • Serve on a committee (meets quarterly; reps needed from various groups)
  • Serve on the executive committee (meets monthly; particular roles needed)
  • Serve on a subcommittee (meets monthly)
  • Receive information about the collaborative

Please contact tjohnson@edenpr.org if you would like to participate.

EP4Y meets the second Thursday of every other month; the next meeting is May 14, 8:00-9:30 a.m. 

Each meeting may include updates from committees, information from groups represented regarding needs and resources, and to determine information and communication needed.  Membership includes representatives from schools, city, YMCA, library, businesses, parents, faith community, service organizations, law enforcement, youth service providers, sports associations, etc.

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Address:  ________________
Email:  __________________

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