FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Advocates from United Way and FM Coalition to End Homelessness have reached the thirty-day mark and identified the key factors of their plans to end homelessness. Objectives for the first benchmark included finding key partners, financial resources and to establish an advisory group. They founded a committee of fourteen organizations, including Churches United, Fargo VA, YWCA…
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — Since August of this year, Churches United has been on the brink of closure. Setting goals to make sure their shelter stayed open and employees’ pay was available. And the goal still remains to not only keep the mission alive but also be able to support those in need during this winter season. “I think we…
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — Montana and Montana State alums may not get along when it comes to football, but they can definitely agree that charities like Churches United and organizations such as the Great Plains Food Bank deserve support for the work they do in the community. Swing Barrel Brewing agreed, and therefore hosted the “Brawl of the Wild” event…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The conference entitled “The Pulse of Homelessness” was sponsored by the Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo Chamber of Commerce. Panelists discussed how the community has been addressing homelessness and the next steps that need to be taken. “No community in the nation has been able to decrease the number of people experiencing homelessness through criminalizing homelessness as their only…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Folks from around the Fargo-Moorhead region poured into the Atonement Lutheran Church to enjoy a hearty meal – and give back to good causes. The Day of Bread soup buffet, hosted by the church, featured over 30 homemade soups, plus sandwiches and desserts. Those who purchased a $10 entry ticket ($5 for children under age 10)…
MOORHEAD, Minn (KVRR) — Churches United is faced with the possibility of having to close its doors by the end of November. In August, the organization hired Pastor Devlyn Brooks to help keep the organization afloat. “We have an immediate need, and there’s the long-term need. We’re still in that immediate need. And until we can ensure that we are…
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — Churches United has reached its goal of gathering enough donations to pay their employees, but keeping their doors open is another story. Churches United has been serving the Fargo-Moorhead community for the past thirty-five years. With three operating locations, its impact has benefited the community, but its financial struggles have caused mishaps with keeping its mission…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Continuing to make a difference in the community, United Way of Cass Clay holds its second annual Day of Action. United Way helped work on much-needed volunteer projects throughout the community and brought awareness to issues that they say affect us all. More than 400 volunteers fanned out to more than 30 locations. They worked with…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The cold, winter temperatures are starting to settle in the Fargo-Moorhead area. That will have major impacts on the homeless population. Homeless shelters in the region are already facing capacity issues. Churches United said on the phone they are concerned about these cold temperatures and they feel like they are under water due to the demand….
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Local food pantry leaders are calling on the federal government to keep up with inflation by adding more money to food assistance programs. The Great Plains Food Bank invited community leaders to see what needs to be improved in the new Farm Bill. The main focus of the meeting was about soaring costs among food…
