Supporting our Youth Programs 



Thank you to everyone who helped us reach our $5,000 goal! 

Ely Community Resource is a 501(c)(3) Non-profit and

100% funded by donations and grants! 

Because of your generous donations, ECR is able to continue to provide meaningful programs and services to all Ely kids and families. 

Together, we are helping to make Ely a great place to grow up!


ECR Mission

To foster positive youth development through activities designed to increase self esteem, build a sense of community, and provide positive adult relationships that allow effective interventions.

ECR Vision

To be a primary resource to Ely area youth and to help in building a community equipped to make Ely … a great place to grow up.

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Meet Our Team

Jill Swanson, Executive Director

Ryan Stewart, Family Resource Facilitator

Jane Dandron, Youth Program Coordinator

Lauren Porthan, Youth Program Coordinator

Brenda Olson, Middle/High School Youth Worker

Tenile Flegel, After School Program Youth Worker 

Jackie Hartleben, Bookkeeper/Office Manager

Meg Chamber, True North AmeriCorps Member