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When it comes to advancing and improving health, news can be a catalyst for momentum and events empower relationships. Here, we will inform you of Dakota Medical Foundation’s latest news and upcoming events.
Member Spotlight: Nola McNeally
Read on to learn more about DMF Board Member Jennifer Thompson.

Press Release: Tackling the Mental Health Epidemic
DMF convenes regional mental healthcare providers to tackle mental health epidemic.

Member Spotlight: Jennifer Thompson
Read on to learn more about DMF Board Member Jennifer Thompson.

Member Spotlight: John Deutsch
Read on to learn more about DMF Board Member John Deutsch.

Press Release: Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Essentia Health becomes first hospital in region to offer hyperbaric oxygen therapy.

Member Spotlight: Eric Monson
This month, we’re getting to know Eric Monson, DMF Treasurer!

Member Spotlight: Kim Meyer
This month, we’re getting to know Kim Meyer, DMF Vice Chair!

How You Could Change The Future of Your Teen
As many kids suffer from mental health in silence, now’s the time to check in with your teen to gain a clear understanding of the struggles they may be facing. Discover how you could change the future of your teen by learning how to start the conversation. 1️⃣ Download the Robbie’s Hope Handbook Robbie’s Hope, …

Member Spotlight: Amanda Thomas
Amanda Thomas is this month’s member feature! Get to know DMF’s Board Chair and how she is impacting health in our region.

DMF Launches Two New Parent Resources
FARGO – Dakota Medical Foundation (DMF) in Fargo is pleased to announce the launch of two new resources for area parents. Child Sexual Abuse Prevention The first resource is a recently launched webpage, LearnTheSigns.org. The page is devoted exclusively to raising awareness about the silent epidemic of child sexual abuse. One in 10 kids will …

Ambassadors Raising Healing and Hope
Did you know you can join a team of ambassadors that raise healing and hope for families facing a medical crisis? It’s true! Keep scrolling to learn more.

Two Charities Need Your Support Now More Than Ever
As the American Red Cross is experiencing a severe blood shortage and Homeward Animal Shelter has an influx of animals, they need your help now more than ever before.

Learn the Signs to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse
As Stand to Protect takes on a new name, Child Sexual Abuse Prevention, the same mission stands to learn the signs to prevent child sexual abuse. Will you join us in this mission?

Helping Families in Medical Crisis
Lend A Hand Up helps families facing a medical crisis and with four upcoming benefits, your support can provide healing and hope.

A Nonprofit Greatly Impacting Health in Our Region
On May 11, a fire tore through a South Fargo strip mall, putting all GiGi’s Playhouse services on hold indefinitely. What stood as North Dakota’s only Down Syndrome Achievement Center has been reduced to practically nothing.

We Are Called to Do the Right Thing
With more than 30 years of higher education experience, Prakash Mathew is a retired North Dakota State University Administrator, speaker, consultant, and author of his first book, “We Are Called to Do the Right Thing.”

Together, We Can Rebuild GiGi’s Playhouse!
Your support will help GiGi’s rebuild, and most importantly, get back to serving families and individuals who rely on their incredible services.

Giving Hearts Day 2021 Awards
We are so excited to announce the Giving Hearts Day 2021 Award winners! We are grateful for all charities who participated this year and the thousands of donors.

Experiencing the Power of Unity
Langdon, the North Dakota farm community of nearly 2,000 people, experienced the power of unity this Giving Hearts Day.

Remembering Dr. Mark A. Mathison
Remembering Dr. Mark A. Mathison for his impeccable leadership, passion for serving others, and dedication to improving health and quality of life.

Remembering Dr. E.P “DIT” Wenz
As one of the founders of Dakota Medical Foundation (DMF), Dr. E.P. “DIT” Wenz was a true pioneer in regional healthcare and philanthropic influence.

Helping Little Warriors Overcome Big Battles
Empowering children through their illness and supporting families in need, learn how Henrik’s Heroes raised $13,000 for their first Giving Hearts Day in 2020.

LevelUp Launches a New Website
Did you know social capital improves an indviduals overall health and well-being, reducing their risk of substance use? LevelUp Fargo is making that possible.

Empowering Lives One Home at a Time
Helping families and individuals transition from homelessness into housing, learn how Down Home raised $65k for their first Giving Hearts Day in 2020.

Jordahl Homes Gives to Critical Services Fund
Jordahl Custom Homes contributes $40,000 to help those in our community who are serving others during the COVID-19 pandemic and those in need.

Helping Hearts COVID-19 Campaign
DMF’s Helping Hearts COVID-19 Campaign aims to help the many charities that have been negatively impacted by COVID-19 and need help now.

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DMF Launches
Giving Platform
DMF launches temporary giving platform called Helping Hearts to help charities through the disruptions caused by the threat of COVID-19.

Giving Hearts Day 2020 Results
Giving Hearts Day 2020 Nears $20 Million, Sees Another $1 Million Day. The number of donors and donations up from Giving Hearts Day 2019.
