Charity

66th Annual Pancake Karnival hosted at the Fargodome

FARGO, N.D., (KVRR)–Pancakes, bounce houses, and all of it for charity. What can beat that? The 66th annual Pancake Karnival hosted by Kiwanis was hosted on the floor of the Fargodome. For only 10 dollars a person, people were able to enjoy pancakes, sausage, and kids were able to enjoy multiple bounce houses. This event helps fund nonprofits throughout the…

Memory Cafe makes 90 blankets in 90 minutes for blanket drive

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)- The people with Memory Cafe are doing their part to help people before the cold weather hits. The nonprofit has been making blankets that will be donated to five charities: Down Home, Jeremiah Project, Ronald McDonald House, Women’s Care Center, and Churches United. The group attempted to make 90 blankets in 90 minutes or one blanket every…

Downtown Fargo’s ‘Day of Dignity’ gives to people in need

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Broadway Square came together with Fargo Cass Public Health and the FM Coalition to End Homelessness who were offering support, resources, products and pampering to members around the community in need. Day of Dignity is all about connecting those in need and showing support with free items, resources and services. Supervisor of the event Julia Beckermann…

Wings and Wheels car show gives back to F-M area veterans

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The F-M community enjoying a car show while supporting its veterans at the Fargo Air Museum. The museum teams up with Twisted Royalty for Wings and Wheels in its fourth year behind the event. In previous years, the organization has raised hundreds of thousands for ALS research, addiction awareness and St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. This year,…

Gate City Bank to pledge $100,000 to a charity for Giving Hearts Day

Gate City Bank is celebrating 100 years of business with a $100,000 donation to a charity. The winners will be announced February 9.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Gate City Bank will pledge $100,000 to a lucky charity for Giving Heart’s Day. The bank is celebrating 100 years of business by continuing their mission of providing a better way of life by investing in the community. Of the six prizes, five charities will win $5,000 each while the sixth gets the big prize at…

It’s Giving Hearts Day. Find out how you can make a difference.

FARGO (KFGO/KVRR) – Giving Hearts Day is a 24-hour fundraising event for charities in North Dakota and northwest Minnesota. Since the first event in 2008, generous donors have given more than $112 million, 100% of which goes directly to participating charities. Nearly 550 charities are participating in Giving Hearts Day in 2022. Giving Hearts Day 2022 has already raised over…

Sandy’s Donuts Supports Ronald McDonald House with Stripes Special

  WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Sandy’s Donuts is supporting the Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Red River Valley with their Stripes Special. For each dozen of donuts sold, Sandy’s is donating $3 to the Ronald McDonald House Charities to help sick families and children who are receiving medical care. The iconic red and white stripes were put on…

People of all abilities hit the ice in support of Hockey for Hope fundraiser

We're always trying to reach kids and adults with physical disabilities and disabled vets that might be interested in coming on board."

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A sled hockey game is helping raise money for people facing mobility challenges. “Every March, Hope Incorporated holds its Hockey for Hope fundraiser and not only does it help support our organization, it also brings awareness to what we provide. We’re always trying to reach kids and adults with physical disabilities and disabled vets that might…

Local organizations partner to provide all kids across the metro with free books

Lyd's Kids and Trilogy Real Estate have received over 4,000 donated books from across the country

FARGO, N.D. — It’s the season of giving, and for a Fargo librarian, there’s no better gift than giving a child a book to get lost in. “It brings a tear to your eye,” says Lydia Faulkner, a librarian at Horace Mann Roosevelt Elementary. “I mean, just to see a child that really wants something and you’re able to provide…