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Camp Bentley: Singing for Jesus

For Lori Dvirnak Lundblad, Camp Bentley is a family affair. “I was there for the first time before I was even a year old, and I think my grandma — who was 96 or 97 at the time — was the oldest camper ever.” Dvirnak Lundblad is the do-it-all executive

It’s Raining Cats and Dogs at Prairie Oral & Facial Surgery

One of the best parts about Giving Hearts Day is seeing Giving Hearts Businesses take the day and make it their own. Whether it’s four area businesses teaming up to host a pickleball tournament benefitting multiple charities or Gehrtz Construction Services’ founder agreeing to pierce his ears if their team

Deeply Rooted: Why Giving Is Personal for Quality Companies

While Giving Hearts Day helps regional charities grow support through dollars, goods, and volunteers, it also provides another, less obvious benefit, according to Leslie Dawson. “It opens eyes to the many organizations quietly supporting families, children, and individuals in times of need — sometimes at the most difficult moments in

Down Home: Transforming Lives One Miracle Moment at a Time

You can tell she’s been asked the question a thousand times, but Jenessa Fillipi is more than happy to oblige. “So where does your organization’s name come from anyway?” She recites the song lyrics like they’re her phone number or her kids’ birthdays. It’s second nature at this point. Down

New Life Center: From Surviving to Thriving

When John, Brian, and Francisco walked through the doors of New Life Center, each brought with them a unique story and set of circumstances. John had recently lost his job as a truck driver and was facing a cancer diagnosis. “I was a drunk,” he says. “I lost jobs. Got

Great States & Collective: Building Great Communities in More Ways Than One

At Great States & Collective, “people first” is more than just a buzzy phrase painted on a wall. It’s a creed that everyone in the organization lives by. Since its founding in 2016, the Fargo-based real estate, construction, and property management company has woven it into every aspect of their