going Hawaiian for a GREAT CAUSE

HOSPICE OF THE RED RIVER VALLEY and CHOICE FINANCIAL WILL ONCE AGAIN PARTNER TO RAISE FUNDS AND

The History

After witnessing firsthand the extraordinary care provided by Hospice of the Red River Valley, Erv Inniger of Choice Financial was inspired to create a fundraising event in honor of his family friend. Inniger, together with a bank customer who had also experienced hospice care for several family members, developed a plan to provide financial aid to Hospice of the Red River Valley. Go Hawaiian for Hospice, a luau-style lunch fundraiser, was founded in 2013. Since then, Go Hawaiian for Hospice has become an annual event that has raised more than $100,000.

“Hospice of the Red River Valley has a special place in my heart after seeing the care they provide,” Inniger said. “We learned it takes a truly special team of professionals to provide hospice care, and the support of the entire community to ensure this care continues in the future.”

Go Hawaiian for Hospice is now in its fourth year with a fundraising goal of $70,000.

The Event

Choice Financial invites the community to Go Hawaiian for Hospice! The luau-style lunch provides funding to support Hospice of the Red River Valley’s mission: to provide comfort at the end of life’s journey. For a suggested donation of $5, donors can feast on a pig roast, baked potatoes, fresh pineapple and a frozen treat, and all proceeds benefit Hospice of the Red River Valley.

This year’s Go Hawaiian for Hospice takes place on Tuesday, June 28 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Choice Financial parking lot, located at 4501 23rd Ave. S., Fargo.

AWARENESS

Words by Paul Hankel Photos submitted by Hospice of the Red River Valley and Choice Financial

While Choice Financial hosts the event, a number of generous sponsors make this event a reality, including:

Kasowski Farms

Petro Serve USA

TMI Hospitality

Nine Dragons

Brand Trucking

Simplot

Brandt Holdings

AmeriPride

Joe Rents & Contractors Supply

GoPromo

Premium Waters

Rentall

The Beneficiary

Hospice of the Red River Valley is a nonprofit that serves all or portions of 29 counties in North Dakota and Minnesota. Founded in 1981, Hospice of the Red River Valley provides intensive comfort care that alleviates pain and suffering and enhances quality of life for terminally ill patients and their families. Hospice of the Red River Valley provides services to anyone who meets the medical guidelines for care, regardless of insurance coverage or ability to pay.

Community Partners

“Year after year, Choice Financial demonstrates it’s “people first” culture. They have identified causes in the community and not only spend their resources, but also allow their employees to contribute their time and talents to make this event and others successful,” shared Bonnie Oelschlager, marketing and communications manager at Hospice of the Red River Valley. “They are a true community partner and we are so appreciative of their support.”

If you would like more information on this year’s Go Hawaiian for Hospice event, visit the Hospice of the Red River Valley or Choice Financial Facebook pages. Additionally, Choice Financial will donate $1 for every new “like” or “follow” on both the Choice Financial and Hospice of the Red River Valley Facebook and Twitter pages. [AW]

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