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Helping Little Warriors Overcome Big Battles

What first started as a concept for Janna Westerholm to help her son, Henrik, as he underwent treatment for acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in 2017, quickly transpired into providing hope for many more families across the region. Founder of Henrik’s Heroes, Westerholm reflects on the moment her son was diagnosed

Transitioning from Homelessness into Housing

What first began as a relaxing lakeside vacation with an inspirational book in-hand, quickly transpired into a desire to change the lives of many families transitioning from homelessness into housing across the Fargo-Moorhead area. Down Home Co-Founder and Director Jenessa Fillipi knew God was calling her to live out a

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DMF Honors Charities for Giving Hearts Day Success

Dakota Medical Foundation announces an official total of $10,692,653 raised through Giving Hearts Day. In celebrations held recently in Fargo and Bismarck, charities were recognized for success in fundraising, marketing and general excellence.

When It Comes to Giving Back, Marvin Employees Have It Their Way

Everyone loves to have a choice — what we wear, what we eat, who we spend our time with. So why would giving back be any different?  That’s what Marvin believes, and it’s the reason why the 114-year-old family-owned company has been a Giving Hearts Business for six years.  “One

A Better Way of Life: Gate City Bank Practices What They Preach

The ultimate goal of Giving Hearts Day is to create stronger, healthier communities and a better way of life for everyone. And who better embodies that than the bank with that mission right in their tagline? “Giving Hearts Day is special because it truly reflects the spirit of generosity in

YWCA Cass Clay

Coming in first place for the Large Budget fundraising category, it’s clear that YWCA Cass Clay is on a mission. And it’s not just any old mission. The YWCA is on a mission to; be a place for women and children to turn as they escape violence, homelessness, and crisis;