Make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities:
Participating Organizations
Made in the Shade is an event put on by seven participating organizations. Having a joint event helps to spread the costs associated with organizing the event; meaning that more of the money raised goes towards supporting the agencies' missions. Below is a brief description of each of the agencies as well as resources for more information.
At CHOICE, Inc. it is our mission to provide adults with intellectual disabilities with the opportunities and support they desire to reach their personal and employment goals. In pursuit of its mission, CHOICE is dedicated to providing employment matches between individuals and area businesses in the communities of Eden Prairie, St. Bonifacious, and Plymouth. CHOICE also offers on-site programming opportunities that foster personal growth, whole-person development and community engagement.
7654 Executive Drive
Eden Prarie, MN 55344
952.474.9510
EGH has provided quality residential services to persons with developmental disabilities for over 35 years. We are committed to the health, wellness, and security of the individuals we serve by promoting and expanding their abilities, enabling their individuality, and advocating for their rights and safety.
1011 Lake Street E.
Wayzata, MN 55391
952.475.1621
For over 30 years Homeward Bound has provided quality and innovative services to support children and adults with disabilities in leading more fulfilling lives. While we serve people with a variety of disabilities, we have the unique capacity of meeting the needs of those with the most severe and profound disabilities. We currently operate 18 residential homes, an in-home program and a respite services program. Please join us on our journey in helping children and adults with disabilities experience life at it fullest, with dignity, respect and personal development.
12805 Highway 55
Suite 400
Plymouth, MN 55441
763.525.3186
Midway Training Services (MTS) advances the career and life goals of people with disabilities. It supports 260 people in their desire to be active, contributing and productive members of our communities by providing individualized, inclusive services.
1246 University Ave. W.
Suite 239
St. Paul, MN 55104
651.641.0709
Opportunity Partners supports choices for people with disabilities through innovative services and strategic collaborations, assisting those we serve to live, learn and work – adding value to their lives and communities. Through our employment, residential and educational services we are helping over 1,700 people take the “dis” out of disability. To learn more about our organization and ways you can get involved, please call or take a look at the website.
5500 Opportunity Court
Minnetonka, MN 55343
952.938.5511
Partnership Resources, Inc. (PRI) creates partnerships between individuals with developmental disabilities and the community. Many individuals are employed in the community with the support of a vocational specialist. For others, PRI provides learning and cultural activities that promote personal growth, self-expression and pride. PRI is dedicated to providing its clients a respected and valued role in the community.
950 East Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55414
612.331.2075
TSE provides Training, Support, and Employment for people with developmental and other intellectual disabilities. We have a proud tradition of excellence that dates to 1961. Our professional staff provide personalized supports for the people served by TSE from helping to finding, supporting, and maintaining employment to learning basic, day-to-day living skills. From the first years to the present, TSE serves individuals with a wide range of disabilities and a variety of interests and needs. TSE has grown to serve nearly 300 individuals in four service sites and at over 60 business employers throughout the Metro area.
2027 Rice Street
Roseville, MN 55113-6807
651.489.2595
Wingspan Life Resources helps people who are challenged by age, ability or health to realize their unique gifts, talents and dreams. Wingspan provides supervised living services for adults with developmental disabilities in twenty-four homes in the Twin Cities. Wingspan also provides individualized services to adults with developmental disabilities in the non-residential “In Home” program and a day service for Hmong elders.
2954 Rice Street
St. Paul, MN 55113
651.646.3846