Avedis Foundation

Our vision is to measurably improve the health, wellness and quality of life for the people of Pottawatomie County and its surrounding communities.

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Avedis Foundation is a catalyst and facilitator of change through strategic investments and partnerships to improve the health and quality of life in Pottawatomie County.

Our interests include initiatives that nurture the community by promoting healthy lifestyles in one or more of these areas:

HEALTH & WELLNESS

COMMUNITY

SOCIAL SERVICES

EDUCATION

The name Avedis (ah-VEED-is) holds a special significance. It means “One who brings glad tidings; the bearer of good news.”

The Avedis logo represents the convergence of multiple partners working together to build an active and integrated community. Our vision is to strengthen and enrich the health, wellness, and quality of life in our communities for generations to come.

In that spirit, we call our foundation Avedis.

LATEST NEWS

Avedis Foundation to honor David Henry and welcome former NFL Safety and Speaker Shamiel Gary

Shawnee, OK — Avedis Foundation is pleased to present its fourth annual Michelle Briggs “We’re Here for Good” Service Award to David Henry, who will be honored during the Foundation’s Speaker [...]

Avedis continues Community Renewal support with $.5M grant

Avedis Foundation has just announced its continued support of Community Renewal of Pottawatomie County with a $500,000 grant for 2025. (Continue Reading)

Avedis hosts local clergy for appreciation dinner

Avedis Foundation welcomed local clergy and their guests for the foundation’s annual clergy appreciation event Thursday, Feb. 13. (Continue Reading)

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