"Seizure Smart" Communities
This program brings seizure education and awareness to every corner of Minnesota and eastern North Dakota.  The Foundation works with local schools, community leaders, families and organizations to designate "Seizure Smart" communities that are aware of epilepsy and can respond to seizures.  In 2010, our staff worked to give this distinction to Austin, Alexandria, Hibbing and Grand Forks.

Seizure Recognition & Response Training
This free training educates about different seizure types and how to properly respond to a seizure in the classroom, workplace and more.  Nearly 10,000 people received this training in 2010.

"Seizure Smart" Schools
Children with seizures can bring this program right into their classroom, helping classmates better understand their epilepsy and decreasing the stigma attached to seizures.  Teacher, school nurses, parents and children come together for epilepsy education to make their school "Seizure Smart."

Conferences and Workshops
The Foundation hosted four free epilepsy workshops and two educational conferences across Minnesota and North Dakota in 2010, educating 762 people about epilepsy and how to appropriately respond to a seizure.

Events and Discussion Groups
Through various events and discussion groups, the Foundation is meeting the needs of people of all ages with epilepsy. Our Parent Connect group meets to discuss having a child with epilepsy, a women's group in Duluth discusses issues unique to women and our new young adult program reaches our to the 18-30 age demographic.  Our events range from a Minnesota Twins game for families, to a fall talent showcase of artists with epilepsy...all with the goal of connecting people with seizures, decreasing isolation and increasing understanding

Shining Star Program
All children are special, but children with epilepsy are "Shining Stars" and receive birthday cards, a medallion and special invitations to connect with other children who have epilepsy.  In 2010, 240 "Shining Stars" no longer feel isolated and can relate to other kids with epilepsy.

Information & Referral Services
Connecting people to information, reliable resources, community agencies and partners who serve people with seizures, this free service is often the first contact people have with the Foundation.  In 2010, 908 people used this service.

Camp Oz
For 27 years, Camp Oz has transformed the lives of thousands of kids with seizures.  Combining the traditional camp experience with the security of 24/7 medical staff, campers enjoy swimming, horseback riding and campfires, while gaining a better understanding of epilepsy.  In 2010, Camp Oz had 100 campers.

Stroll for Epilepsy
The Foundation's annual Stroll for Epilepsy is the largest fundraising/awareness event in Minnesota and North Dakota to benefit people with seizures.  In 2010, teams raised $237,000 and the event drew 2.500 participants in five locations across Minnesota and North Dakota.

Creative Arts
Founded in 2005, Creative Arts is the only program of its kind in Minnesota and eastern North Dakota.  The goal is to raise epilepsy awareness though creative expression and showcase the talents of people living with seizures.  Creative Arts encompasses painting, photography, writing, poetry, music performance and more.  Participants are affected by epilepsy or a seizure disorder, and the program is available throughout the calendar year.

Advocacy
YOU are your best advocate.  The Epilepsy Foundation helps people advocate on behalf of themselves whether it be with their employer or their school.  In addition, the organization provides advocacy opportunities that impact legislation.

Volunteer Program
In 2010 over 790 volunteers contributed mare than 6,800 hours to EFM. If you are interested in finding volunteer opportunities with EFM find them here.

Elam Baer & Janis Clay Educational Scholarships
Each year, ten $1,000 educational scholarships are awarded to students
in MN or ND.

April Schmitz Memorial Scholarship
In April's memory, this $1000 scholarship is given each year to a student from Cook, Lake, St. Louis, Koochiching, Itasca, Aitkin, Carlton, Pine, Lake of the Woods, Beltrami, Cass, Superior or Douglas counties.