Edina Realty Foundation’s Night Light Gala raises $65K

Edina, Minn.— June 16, 2025 — The Edina Realty Foundation recently held its annual Night Light Gala, a fundraising event attended by Edina Realty Home Services agents and employees and their guests to raise money for causes dedicated to serving the needs of people experiencing homelessness in communities throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin. The total amount raised at the gala was $65,000. Each year, the Edina Realty Foundation designates one beneficiary to receive a larger portion of the funds raised. This year, Avivo was selected to receive $25,000.

Avivo’s mission is to end homelessness by increasing well-being through recovery and career advancement. The organization serves eight counties and the Twin Cities metro area through support, resources and programs. The Avivo Village indoor tiny home community offers 100 tiny homes as stable housing for individuals in Minneapolis and will be expanding into the St. Cloud area with a new tiny home community in 2026.

“We are incredibly grateful to the Edina Realty Foundation and the entire Edina Realty community for their generous support,” said Kelly Matter, President and CEO of Avivo. “This gift is more than a donation—it’s a powerful investment in the lives of individuals working to overcome tremendous challenges. With Edina Realty’s support, more people will find stability, recovery, and hope through housing and services that truly change lives. We are honored to partner with a foundation that believes in building stronger, more compassionate communities.”

Created in 1996, the Edina Realty Foundation offers financial support to nonprofit organizations serving homelessness prevention and those experiencing homelessness in the communities Edina Realty serves across Minnesota and western Wisconsin. Much of the grant money raised comes directly from

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REALTORS®, employees, and the Edina Realty Home Services family of companies. Edina Realty agents and employees contribute directly and through fundraisers. To date, the Foundation has raised more than $12 million.

“Through the generosity of our Realtors and employees, we’re proud to be able to support Avivo and many other deserving organizations throughout the areas we serve,” said Alex Westman, executive director of the Edina Realty Foundation. “This annual fundraising gala is a great opportunity to highlight what we can do when we come together under a common purpose, and it’s a fun time for everyone involved.”

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_{About Edina Realty Foundation
The Edina Realty Foundation is a not-for-profit, private foundation that offers financial support to nonprofit organizations providing housing and related services to families experiencing homelessness throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. Supported through donated funds and volunteer time by Edina Realty agents and employees, the Foundation has donated nearly $12 million since its inception in 1996. For more information, visit EdinaRealty.com.}

_{About Avivo
Founded in 1960, Avivo has grown from serving 200 individuals annually to transforming the lives of over 11,000 people each year. Our mission is to increase well-being through recovery and career advancement while working to end homelessness. We help individuals and families overcome barriers such as poverty, unemployment, homelessness, chemical addiction, and mental health challenges by providing integrated, person-centered support across housing, recovery, and employment services. Avivo has a long history of innovation—from launching Minnesota’s first vocational evaluation center to developing employer-driven training models—and now partners with more than 60 businesses to meet workforce needs. Our services are trauma-informed and rooted in equity, acknowledging the impacts of historical and structural racism.
Avivo is the state’s largest provider of the Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP), offering wraparound employment, education, and family support in nine counties. Our Institute of Career and Technical Education delivers industry-specific training in fields such as HVAC, IT, healthcare, and the trades, preparing individuals for in-demand careers. In 2024, we served 7,710 individuals in our workforce division, placing 1,729 into jobs and helping over 1,400 transition off public assistance. Simultaneously, we supported 2,198 individuals on recovery journeys through chemical and mental health services, and provided housing services to 1,790 people—many through Avivo Village, our innovative, low-barrier shelter and housing model.}