FARGO, N.D. — The relief shopping event hosted by the Life Packages for the Homeless non profit gave people the chance for an eventful weekend. People got the opportunity to shop until they dropped without having to spend a dime on items. “We’re not going to charge you for it. It’s 2020 things have come to a screeching halt for…
FARGO, N.D. – Office Sign Company is creating unique “Thankful For” plaques with part of the proceeds benefiting the United Way of Cass-Clay. These decorative plaques are completely customizable with photo and text to show who or what you are thankful for. The non-profit organization strives to put an end to homelessness for children and families throughout the valley. Each…
FARGO, N.D. – A Fargo nonprofit opens its doors to those who need furniture. Furniture Mission of the Red River Valley held an open house at its new building on 39th Street North. The organization hands out donated furniture to families for free. It also partners with organizations like Churches United, New Life Center and the Red Cross. The organization…
FARGO, N.D. — Sixth graders at Carl Ben Eielson Middle School are giving back to the community, one research project at a time. It’s the students’ second year participating in the Annual Project Based Learning event surrounding Giving Hearts Day. Nearly 70 students, split into 16 groups, work in teams to research and create a plan to raise awareness for…
FARGO, N.D. — Veterans from all branches packed into the West Fargo VFW to voice their opinion on healthcare and the Fargo VA while sharing experiences, and there was a lot of expectations from the talks. “As a community veteran, it’s important that we keep on the VA doing, the senators and legislative representative out looking making their following through…
DOWNTOWN FARGO, N.D.–They might seem like left over odds and ends. But to some parents, they are a sign of hope. The Office Sign Company is hosting its semi–annual garage sale and donating 100% of the proceeds to the Hopeful Heart Project. The local nonprofit is dedicated to providing care packages, support and resources to families who have lost a…
FARGO, N.D. — A local non-profit is fighting floods in a different kind of way. Many trucks are carrying hay bales across the Midwest as part of Farm Rescue’s “Operation Hay Lift.” Its mission is to deliver these bales to Nebraska to help farmers and ranchers in the state keep their livestock well-fed in the wake of devastating flooding. “We’d like…
MOORHEAD, Minn. – Leave your wallets at home because a free prom dress event is coming to Moorhead. The “If the Dress Fits” event has over five hundred donated prom dresses up for grabs at this weekend’s event. High school students can bring their student ID and pick a dress out for free. Dress sizes range from 0 to 22….
REGIONAL — Farm Rescue has announced they are expanding their services to farmers and ranchers in need. The organization is adding livestock feeding assistance and it will be offered throughout North Dakota, Minnesota, South Dakota, Iowa, Montana and Nebraska. This will add to a list of services, such as harvesting, haying, and hauling hay and grain. The nonprofit provides…
ST. PAUL, Minn. — A school lunch campaign that started with a goal of $5,000 in honor of shooting victim, Philando Castile, has reached a new goal. Philando Feeds the Children is in the works to be an established nonprofit, geared towards helping schools with their lunch programs. The online campaign exceeded its $5,000 goal by raising $80,000 and…
