The United Way of Grand Forks, East Grand Forks’s & Area Podcast https://unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com United Way of Grand Forks East Grand Forks & Area strives to be a model of diversity, equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work. We seek to represent and advocate for the many people who proudly make up our community. United Way employs and promotes individuals, recruits volunteers, and partners with programs that inclusively support the diversity of the Greater Grand Forks Area. In all levels of staff and governance, United Way is dedicated to greater diversity within the organization and to providing equal opportunity to people, without regard to race, religion, skin color, gender, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental abilities, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, age, family or marital status, veteran status and socio-economic status or other characteristics protected by applicable law. We believe that each neighbor, donor, volunteer, advocate and employee must have equal access to addressing community issues. We recognize that we have the role, responsibility and opportunity to partner across organizations throughout the community to close equity gaps. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:43:30 -0300 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2024 All rights reserved. Business:Non-Profit 1440 episodic unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/19927812/unitedway_umzeb8.jpg The United Way of Grand Forks, East Grand Forks’s & Area Podcast https://unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com 144 144 United Way of Grand Forks EGF and Area: with Nancy O'Hara & Kenzie Olson United Way of Grand Forks EGF and Area: with Nancy O'Hara & Kenzie Olson https://unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/e/united-way-of-grand-forks-egf-and-area-with-nancy-ohara-kenzie-olson/ https://unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/e/united-way-of-grand-forks-egf-and-area-with-nancy-ohara-kenzie-olson/#comments Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:43:30 -0300 unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/7727ed25-acb4-38d5-8348-261e91bec82e Today we will be disussing the Kids closet pop up event, Laramore food pantry tomorrow, and pack the backpack event.

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]]> Today we will be disussing the Kids closet pop up event, Laramore food pantry tomorrow, and pack the backpack event.

Show is recorded at Grand Forks Best Source. For studio information, visit www.gfbestsource.com – Or message us at bit.ly/44meos1 – Help support GFBS at this donation link - https://bit.ly/3vjvzgX - Access past GFBS Interviews - https://gfbsinterviews.podbean.com/ 

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]]> unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks false No 1820 12 full Casino Royale Masquerade: A High‑Stakes Night for United Way Casino Royale Masquerade: A High‑Stakes Night for United Way https://unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/e/casino-royale-masquerade-a-high%e2%80%91stakes-night-for-united-way/ https://unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/e/casino-royale-masquerade-a-high%e2%80%91stakes-night-for-united-way/#comments Tue, 05 May 2026 11:47:28 -0300 unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/5e5b13b4-df0c-31a9-acb7-77160fa225fa Heather Fuglum returns from Washington, D.C. to discuss United Way of Grand Forks, East Grand Forks and Area’s direct-service work, growing local needs (including a 252% increase in backpack support and an 87% jump in shelter nights), and efforts to secure housing and federal assistance.

The episode highlights the 5th Annual Casino Royale Masquerade fundraiser (Friday, 7 p.m.–1 a.m. at the Alerus Center), volunteer and donation opportunities, and upcoming programs like Kids Closet pop-ups, Pack the Backpack, and summer community events.

]]> Heather Fuglum returns from Washington, D.C. to discuss United Way of Grand Forks, East Grand Forks and Area’s direct-service work, growing local needs (including a 252% increase in backpack support and an 87% jump in shelter nights), and efforts to secure housing and federal assistance.

The episode highlights the 5th Annual Casino Royale Masquerade fundraiser (Friday, 7 p.m.–1 a.m. at the Alerus Center), volunteer and donation opportunities, and upcoming programs like Kids Closet pop-ups, Pack the Backpack, and summer community events.

]]> unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks false No 1735 11 full Casino Royal May 8th: United Way of Grand Forks EGF and Area Casino Royal May 8th: United Way of Grand Forks EGF and Area https://unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/e/casino-royal-may-8th-united-way-of-grand-forks-egf-and-area/ https://unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/e/casino-royal-may-8th-united-way-of-grand-forks-egf-and-area/#comments Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:40:09 -0300 unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/f9c1af08-9bd2-34a2-9b4f-95ead1a013b0 United Way of Grand Forks EGF and Area is in the studio talking about the upcoming Casino Royal May 8th at the Alerus Center tickets available @ givegfegf.com/casino

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]]> United Way of Grand Forks EGF and Area is in the studio talking about the upcoming Casino Royal May 8th at the Alerus Center tickets available @ givegfegf.com/casino

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]]> unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks false No 1744 10 full Casino Royal: United Way of Grand Forks EGF and Area Casino Royal: United Way of Grand Forks EGF and Area https://unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/e/casino-royal-united-way-of-grand-forks-egf-and-area/ https://unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/e/casino-royal-united-way-of-grand-forks-egf-and-area/#comments Tue, 17 Mar 2026 13:42:33 -0300 unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/60368a74-640b-3cc6-815a-5320e2bbce9d givegfegf.com/casino Show is recorded at Grand Forks Best Source. For studio information, visit www.gfbestsource.com – Or message us at bit.ly/44meos1 – Help support GFBS at this donation link - https://bit.ly/3vjvzgX - Access past GFBS Interviews - https://gfbsinterviews.podbean.com/ #gfbs #gfbestsource.com #grandforksnd #interview #local #grandforks #grandforksbestsource #visitgreatergrandforks @grandforksnd @THECHAMBERGFEGF #belegendary #followers #everyone ]]> givegfegf.com/casino Show is recorded at Grand Forks Best Source. For studio information, visit www.gfbestsource.com – Or message us at bit.ly/44meos1 – Help support GFBS at this donation link - https://bit.ly/3vjvzgX - Access past GFBS Interviews - https://gfbsinterviews.podbean.com/ #gfbs #gfbestsource.com #grandforksnd #interview #local #grandforks #grandforksbestsource #visitgreatergrandforks @grandforksnd @THECHAMBERGFEGF #belegendary #followers #everyone ]]> unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks false No 1653 9 full Giving Hearts Day: Inside United Way’s 24-Hour Push for Community Giving Hearts Day: Inside United Way’s 24-Hour Push for Community https://unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/e/giving-hearts-day-inside-united-way-s-24-hour-push-for-community/ https://unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/e/giving-hearts-day-inside-united-way-s-24-hour-push-for-community/#comments Tue, 10 Feb 2026 11:49:06 -0400 unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/da3bcf34-8e2d-3923-bbd5-ff8c315e8714 In this episode Heather Fuglum and Nancy O'Hara from United Way of Grand Forks, East Grand Forks & area discuss their plans for Giving Hearts Day (Feb 12), an open house at 1013 N 5th St, and the fundraising goal of $50,000. They explain how to donate at givegfegf.org/ghd and outline the day’s events—tours, donuts & coffee (8 AM–5 PM) and Deke’s pizza (5–7 PM).

The guests also highlight local programs like the Backpack Program (now packing 1,400–1,500 bags weekly), Kids Closet, Families First, and the Laramore food pantry, and invite listeners to visit, volunteer, and support their community-driven efforts.

]]> In this episode Heather Fuglum and Nancy O'Hara from United Way of Grand Forks, East Grand Forks & area discuss their plans for Giving Hearts Day (Feb 12), an open house at 1013 N 5th St, and the fundraising goal of $50,000. They explain how to donate at givegfegf.org/ghd and outline the day’s events—tours, donuts & coffee (8 AM–5 PM) and Deke’s pizza (5–7 PM).

The guests also highlight local programs like the Backpack Program (now packing 1,400–1,500 bags weekly), Kids Closet, Families First, and the Laramore food pantry, and invite listeners to visit, volunteer, and support their community-driven efforts.

]]> unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks false No 1922 8 full "Giving Hearts Day & Building Bright Futures Breakfast" United Way of Grand Forks EGF and Area "Giving Hearts Day & Building Bright Futures Breakfast" United Way of Grand Forks EGF and Area https://unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/e/giving-hearts-day-24-hours-to-lift-local-families/ https://unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/e/giving-hearts-day-24-hours-to-lift-local-families/#comments Tue, 20 Jan 2026 11:58:00 -0400 unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/1f50feee-b2b2-38f5-bfd0-d7ccb70882e7 United Way of Grand Forks EGF and Area is in the studio with Heather Fuglem talking about Giving Hearts Day & Building Bright Futures Breakfast taking place February 12th 2026

Heather Fuglum, Executive Director of United Way of Grand Forks, East Grand Forks and Area, explains the organization’s key programs — Families First shelter and long-term case management, the backpack program serving 1,400–1,600 food bags weekly, winter wish lists, and fundraising events like Giving Hearts Day and Casino Royale.

The episode covers how Giving Hearts Day (Feb 12) supports urgent community needs, ways to give or volunteer, and where to find more information: givegfegf.org or call 701-775-8661 ext. 101.

Show is recorded at Grand Forks Best Source. For studio information, visit www.gfbestsource.com – Or message us at bit.ly/44meos1 – Help support GFBS at this donation link - https://bit.ly/3vjvzgX - Access past GFBS Interviews - https://gfbsinterviews.podbean.com/ 

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]]> United Way of Grand Forks EGF and Area is in the studio with Heather Fuglem talking about Giving Hearts Day & Building Bright Futures Breakfast taking place February 12th 2026

Heather Fuglum, Executive Director of United Way of Grand Forks, East Grand Forks and Area, explains the organization’s key programs — Families First shelter and long-term case management, the backpack program serving 1,400–1,600 food bags weekly, winter wish lists, and fundraising events like Giving Hearts Day and Casino Royale.

The episode covers how Giving Hearts Day (Feb 12) supports urgent community needs, ways to give or volunteer, and where to find more information: givegfegf.org or call 701-775-8661 ext. 101.

Show is recorded at Grand Forks Best Source. For studio information, visit www.gfbestsource.com – Or message us at bit.ly/44meos1 – Help support GFBS at this donation link - https://bit.ly/3vjvzgX - Access past GFBS Interviews - https://gfbsinterviews.podbean.com/ 

#gfbs #gfbestsource.com #grandforksnd #interview #local #grandforks #grandforksbestsource #visitgreatergrandforks @grandforksnd @THECHAMBERGFEGF #belegendary #followers #everyone

]]> unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks false No 1790 7 full "End of Year" United Way of Grand Forks EGF and Area "End of Year" United Way of Grand Forks EGF and Area https://unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/e/end-of-year-united-way-of-grand-forks-egf-and-area/ https://unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/e/end-of-year-united-way-of-grand-forks-egf-and-area/#comments Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:47:05 -0400 unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/5e4d62e3-8f3a-3363-be4f-bf3559c55d24 United Way of Grand Forks EGF and Area is in the studio talking about the end of the year

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]]> United Way of Grand Forks EGF and Area is in the studio talking about the end of the year

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]]> unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks false No 1740 6 full "Families First program" "Families First program" https://unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/e/families-first-program/ https://unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/e/families-first-program/#comments Tue, 21 Oct 2025 11:39:51 -0300 unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/07c1377b-41fb-356d-8e09-d035511c0acb Grand Forks East Grand Forks and Area "Families First program"

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]]> Grand Forks East Grand Forks and Area "Families First program"

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]]> unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks false No 1824 5 full Trike Wars Trike Wars https://unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/e/gfbs-interview-united-way-of-grand-forks-east-grand-forks-area/ https://unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/e/gfbs-interview-united-way-of-grand-forks-east-grand-forks-area/#comments Mon, 29 Sep 2025 13:50:21 -0300 unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/d882e4a9-faef-3d34-a32b-335b106b9b73 Today we talk to Ellie Delage & Nancy O'hara with United Way of Grand Forks, East Grand Forks & Area about Trike Wars / race against poverty this Wednesday at Rydell Honda Nissan of GF 

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]]> Today we talk to Ellie Delage & Nancy O'hara with United Way of Grand Forks, East Grand Forks & Area about Trike Wars / race against poverty this Wednesday at Rydell Honda Nissan of GF 

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]]> unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks false No 2206 4 full Heather Fuglem with United Way of Grand Forks EGF and Area Heather Fuglem with United Way of Grand Forks EGF and Area https://unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/e/gfbs-interview-heather-fuglem-with-united-way-of-grand-forks-egf-and-area/ https://unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/e/gfbs-interview-heather-fuglem-with-united-way-of-grand-forks-egf-and-area/#comments Wed, 26 Mar 2025 13:44:55 -0300 unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/b3c7b014-ed5d-3dac-a02b-a1599ce1c9c5 On today’s interview, Heather Fuglem with United Way of Grand Forks EGF and Area is in the studio talking about the upcoming "Casino Royal " event at Alerus Center April 11th.

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]]> On today’s interview, Heather Fuglem with United Way of Grand Forks EGF and Area is in the studio talking about the upcoming "Casino Royal " event at Alerus Center April 11th.

Show is recorded at Grand Forks Best Source. For studio information, visit www.gfbestsource.com – Or message us at bit.ly/44meos1 – Help support GFBS at this donation link - https://bit.ly/3vjvzgX - Access past GFBS Interviews - https://gfbsinterviews.podbean.com/ 

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]]> unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks false No 2138 3 full "Giving Hearts Day" "Giving Hearts Day" https://unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/e/united-way-of-grand-forks-east-grand-forks-area-giving-hearts-day/ https://unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/e/united-way-of-grand-forks-east-grand-forks-area-giving-hearts-day/#comments Wed, 05 Feb 2025 13:55:11 -0400 unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/0552add5-f68f-31c4-8253-7a065071b9b8 United Way of Grand Forks East Grand Forks & Area: with Jennifer Rutherford & Nancy O'Hara in the studio talking about Giving Hearts Day taking place on February 13th 

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]]> United Way of Grand Forks East Grand Forks & Area: with Jennifer Rutherford & Nancy O'Hara in the studio talking about Giving Hearts Day taking place on February 13th 

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]]> unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks false No 2183 2 full "Winter Wishlist Toy Drive & Auction" "Winter Wishlist Toy Drive & Auction" https://unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/e/gfbs-interview-heather-fuglem-winter-wishlist-toy-drive-auction/ https://unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/e/gfbs-interview-heather-fuglem-winter-wishlist-toy-drive-auction/#comments Tue, 10 Dec 2024 16:54:17 -0400 unitedwayofgrandforkseastgrandforks.podbean.com/8a500411-dfca-348f-8e2c-a4ff439fc107 On todays show we are join by Heather Fuglem talking about the Winter Wishlist Toy Drive & Auction taking place tonight at the Alerus Center.

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]]> On todays show we are join by Heather Fuglem talking about the Winter Wishlist Toy Drive & Auction taking place tonight at the Alerus Center.

Show is recorded at Grand Forks Best Source. For studio information, visit www.gfbestsource.com – Or message us at bit.ly/44meos1 – Help support GFBS at this donation link - https://bit.ly/3vjvzgX - Access past GFBS Interviews - https://gfbsinterviews.podbean.com/ 

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