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15th Annual Davies Swim A Thon Raises Money For Matthew's Voice

Fargo Davies Holds 15th Annual Swim-a-Thon

The program has held the event every year since its inception, inspired by coach Jen Johnson's dedication to community service.

January 18, 2026

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Any swimmer will tell you how reluctant they are to first jump in the water – especially on a Saturday, when they’d rather be home on the couch than swimming eleven thousand yards. The Saturday of January 18, though, isn’t any ordinary practice. It’s the Eagles’ annual Swim-a-Thon – a fundraiser that benefits a different local…

Moorhead American Legion Pancake Breakfast

Moorhead American Legion Plans Expansion, Begins Fundraising

The Legion recently acquired land to the west of their current location and are excited about the possibilities provided by so much more space.

January 11, 2026

Gabriel Ostler,

MOORHEAD, MN (KVRR) – The American Legion in Moorhead has big plans for expansion – and they kicked off those efforts this weekend with a special breakfast fundraiser. The Legion has acquired the parcel of land to the west of the current building, which used to house a nursing home. They say they now have room to double their current…

Landon’s Light Brings Back 3-on-3 Tournament for Sixth Installment

This year's tournament brought in a record 78 registered teams and a brand-new division for second grade hoopers.

January 11, 2026

Gabriel Ostler,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – One of the largest youth basketball tournaments in the region returned for its sixth installment this year, continuing to raise money and awareness for a local nonprofit. The annual 3-on-3 tournament hosted by Landon’s Light once again took place at Liberty Middle School in West Fargo. 78 teams signed up, an increase from last year,…

Fun Run Returns For Last Day Of Lights At Red River Valley Fairgrounds

2nd Annual Fun Run Under the Lights at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds

The exhibit saw its last cars go through on New Year's Eve; on New Year's Day, people traversed the snow on foot.

January 1, 2026

Gabriel Ostler,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The staff of the Red River Valley Fair decided to bring back their Fun Run at the Fairgrounds for a second installment despite the first one not exactly being the event of the winter. “We had 13 runners,” laughed Sophia Thompson, marketing and events coordinator. But thanks to strong support on social media, the run…

Churches United Hosts Annual Gourmet Soup Kitchen

The fundraiser is one of the organization's most critical events, especially leading into the cold winter months.

October 30, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The soup was flowing tonight at the Dakota Medical Foundation, with community chefs contributing unique recipes for a great cause. It was the annual Gourmet Soup Kitchen event put on by Churches United. The Moorhead-based nonprofit is in a much better financial state than they were in 2024, but they still can use all the help…

Halloween Pictures for NICU Babies and their Families

Dear NICU Mama set up near the JC Penney fountain in West Acres and snapped adorable photos all morning and afternoon.

October 26, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

Credit: Dear NICU Mama on FacebookFARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Families that wanted to show off their getups were able to get professional pictures taken at West Acres for a good cause. Dear NICU Mama set up a photo studio near the JCPenney fountain on Saturday. All the proceeds from the pictures they sold went right back to the organization, which…

“Bras Off Broadway” Raises Money, Awareness During Breast Cancer Month

The feature presentation of the event is a fashion show with models who have custom-designed their own bras for the occasion.

October 23, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – A unique event near downtown Fargo has returned this year, aiming to raise breast cancer awareness and funds for research. Bras Off Broadway is taking place at Brewhalla. It’s the fourth iteration of the event. The night begins with a social hour with silent auction items and a live DJ. That’s followed by a buffet dinner,…

Fargo Mini Marathon Returns with Nearly 1,000 Participants

There was a 5k run Friday evening, followed by the 10k and half-marathon Saturday morning.

October 18, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – A beloved local running event returned this weekend in emphatic fashion. The Fargo Mini Marathon came back after a 5-year hiatus, having not been held since 2019. There was a 5k Friday night, where runners were encouraged to dress up in costume, as well as a 10k and a half marathon Saturday morning. All races began…

Jail Chaplains Holds 19th Annual Dessert Social, Talks About Mission, Ministry

Jail Chaplains Hosts 19th Annual Dessert Social

The event is intended to help fundraise but also to highlight some of the impactful work the organization has done over the past year.

October 16, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

MOORHEAD, MN – Over 300 bodies filled the main space at the Armory Events Center on the evening of October 16 to celebrate the work of Jail Chaplains. It was the 19th Annual Dessert Social for the Fargo-based nonprofit. Staff say it’s their biggest event of the year, and that none of this would be possible without community support. “We’re…

Local Nonprofit Holds Fundraiser to Help Underprivileged Children Have Happier Birthdays

The "Sunshine and Sprinkles" event was designed to raise money to help out the "Spread Your Sunshine" organization.

October 11, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

MOORHEAD, MN (KVRR) – A recently formed nonprofit organization held a fundraiser to try and provide underprivileged children with happier birthdays. “Spread Your Sunshine” held the “Sunshine and Sprinkles” event at the Trinity Lutheran Church on Saturday. The organization focuses on providing birthday celebrations for the underprivileged and the unhoused, making sure children in tough situations still feel special on…