2022 AT A GLANCE $1.5 FOR MILLION RAISED FAMILIES

Community Fundraisers Yearly

Maple River Ladies Golf Event $18,000

Z to Z Bike Run (Detroit Lakes) $4,000 Stick it to Cancer $60,000

Just about everyone can name someone they know of that is experiencing some sort of struggle, and Lend A Hand Up continues to pave the way for them do something about it. With continuous improvements being made to the online platform, helping neighbors is becoming easier than ever before. Over the last year, an automated process was put into place to create a more efficient user experience. Additional advancements have allowed for increased fundraising capacity on the Lend A Hand Up website.

Yearly Campaigns

The program started off the year strong with a record-breaking Giving Hearts Day, raising more than $170,000. Then mid-year, the inaugural Summer Boost campaign was held to support active fundraisers, helped by a $10,000 match. As an extra incentive, Starr Fireworks provided $10 firework gift cards to the first 100 Summer Boost donors.

Rounding out the year, the third annual Holiday Hand Up fundraiser was held to provide help and hope during the holiday season. This successful fundraiser always shows the immense generosity brought on by the season and reminds us of the importance of helping neighbors at times when they need it most.

Community Fundraisers

In addition to the support from the program’s regular campaigns, it’s inspiring to see community members stepping up to give back to the program in their own way.

For the first time, the Z to Z Bike Run gathered motorcycle enthusiasts to ride in support of struggling families. The ride made its way from Detroit Lakes to Perham to Pelican Rapids and back to its starting point. All funds raised went back to the program.

This holiday season, Lend A Hand Up to your neighbors.

Thanks to the Maple River Ladies Golf Club, the gift card program has expanded this year. Proceeds from the golf club’s Pink Ribbon Scramble are helping Lend A Hand Up to alleviate some of the financial burdens of gas and grocery by providing families with gift cards.