KFGO For A Cause

April is "Child Abuse Prevention Month" - and Sarah Matthews, Exec. Director of the Red River Children's Advocacy Center, joins us to talk about their mission and work in our community. Learn more here: https://rrcac.org/ 

Laura Forde talks all about the fun things happening at the Historical & Cultural Society of Clay County. Learn more here: https://www.hcscconline.org/ 

Jessie Rock is a science educator and advocate and is the Founder and Executive Director of the soon-to-be Fargo Moorhead Science Museum. Hear all about their plans and learn more here: https://fmsm.org/ 

A mission to spread light and kindness to children battling a medical condition. Learn more here: https://landonslight.org/ 

Foster Care, Community Mental Health Services, and Residential Treatment.. Meet Nexus-PATH Family Healing. Learn more here: https://www.nexusfamilyhealing.org/nexus-path-family-healing 

Thomas Hill joins Amy Iler and Neil Van Dam to discuss the big moves Youthworks is making to provide youth transitional housing. 

We are LUCKY to have an organization helping and boosting fundraisers for our friends and neighbors. Jeana Peinovich joins Amy Iler and Neil Van Dam to talk about the unique opportunity for those in our region to have the help of Lend A Hand Up. 

Megan Krueger, Moorhead Library Director, joins Amy Iler and Neil Van Dam to talk about the big changes coming for the Moorhead Public Library as they prepare a move to "The Loop" - located at the sight formerly home to the Moorhead Center Mall. 

Chris Deery is the Veterans Service Officer for Cass County. He joins Amy Iler and Neil Van Dam to discuss how the "Gap Fund" is helping fill the gap of services for veterans in our community. 

Each pair of sneakers delivered to children in need through this program does more than just home young feet; it carries the legacy of a man who believed deeply in the power of community support and the joy of running! 

Pat Munson is the mother of "Rach". And, after losing Rach much too young to colorectal cancer, she is spreading awareness about young-onset colorectal cancer - signs, symptoms and research! 

Janelle Leiseth, Executive Director of the Moorhead Legacy Education Foundation, joins Amy Iler and Neil Van Dam to talk about their mission support the students, teachers and programs in the Moorhead Public Schools. Learn more here: https://www.moorheadlegacy.org/ 

Brooks Peterson, a Construction Management Instructor from M State and a Camp Coordinator, joins Amy Iler and Neil Van Dam to talk about the Herdina Construction Trades Camp. A Camp with a cool opportunity for teens in our area and for non-profits! 

The Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation joins KFGO For A Cause to talk about their big news for 2026 - The Library is opening on July 4, 2026! Matt Briney, Chief Communications Officer, explains what to expect and how you can be a member! 

Becky Bakke joins KFGO For A Cause to talk about how their organization is working with our schools to impact kids and families. And, she has an action item for those students looking for scholarships! 

Pete Christopher talks about the mission of Habitat for Humanity and the unique approach.

After a tough year, Churches United is getting stronger and stronger. Stephanie Ressler joins us to talk about their mission and impact on our communities. 

KFGO serves as the broadcast home of The Christmas Gift! JJ and Amy have all the details about this important mission during the holidays. 

Fraser is the oldest non-profit in North Dakota! They are 132 years old - and going strong. After starting group homes in our community, they found a lot of gaps that needed filling... and haven't backed down to any of them. 

A non-profit filling gaps and growing across our state. The Great Plains Food Bank is the only food bank in North Dakota and is serving populations beyond the metro... 

An especially visible non-profit during the holiday season, The Salvation Army is working year around in our community. Major Abe explains who are they are, their impact, history and their special mission during the holidays. 

Christine Holland, Executive Director of River Keepers, explains the important mission of Riverkeepers. 

Hillery Mork, with the Children's Miracle Network at Sanford Children's, joins Neil Van Dam and Amy Iler to talk about their work within Sanford, the Radioathon and more! 

Eric Wilkie, Executive Director, of the FM Area Foundation talks about their mission in Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo. 

Kimberly Vosseteig, Executive Director at the American Red Cross, joins Neil Van Dam and Amy Iler to talk about their rich history and how they are fulfilling their mission - across the country. 

United Way means a lot of different things depending on what community you are in... In this episode, Taylor joins Neil and Amy to talk about the mission of Fargo's United Way and the work they are doing in our community. 

Andrea Feigum joins KFGO For A Cause to talk about the important work they are doing in the Fargo area.. The New Life Center helps men move from homeless and hurting to whole and healthy.

Billi Zielinski, from Make A Wish North Dakota, talks about their organization's mission. Every 20 minutes, a child is diagnosed with a critical illness... 

A place of love, encouragement, hope and recovery! No Perfect People Allowed! (as their famous saying goes...) Pastor Dale Wolf joins Amy & Neil to talk about the Lighthouse Church in Fargo, ND. 

If you were at the Red River Valley Fair recently, there was a good chance you got to see the hard work of the 4H organization on display! Erin Fons and Emily Grunewald join Amy & Neil to discuss their organization and impact on kiddos in our region. 

GiGi's Playhouse is a Down Syndrome Achievement Center located in South Fargo, ND. Lexi Jameson, Site Manager, joins Amy Iler and Neil Van Dam to talk about their mission. 

Stacie Loegering, Executive Director of the Emergency Food Pantry in Fargo, ND, joins Amy Iler and Neil Van Dam to talk about their mission. And, how a food PANTRY can be much different than a food BANK. 

A family owned farm with a focus on community and research. Lynn Kotrba joins Amy & Neil to talk about their mission at Harvest Hope Farm. 

This organization is always looking for engaged grown-ups to make an impact on kiddos in our community. Hear about their mission - and how you can be involved. 

Jordan McCormick from Furniture Mission sits down with Amy Iler and Neil Van Dam to talk about how their organization started, how they are growing and how you can be a part of their work! 

Sarah Flesberg from the Alzheimer’s Association joins Amy Iler and Neil Van Dam to talk about the research around Alzheimer's the organization's mission. 

This is an emotional one... but, a necessary one. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or Text 988 

This pioneer village and museum in West Fargo, ND, makes you feel like you've stepped into the 1800s and 1900s... Beth Jansen joins Amy & Neil to talk about Bonanzaville. 

Founded in Fargo, N.D., in 2013, BIO Girls has grown to impact thousands of girls annually across a 5-state region via a volunteer-facilitated 12-week program for girls in grades 2 through 6. 

An organization dedicated to making sure every kid has a birthday celebration! Julie Hardy and Kaleigh Von Bank join Amy Iler (from It Takes 2) and Neil Van Dam (with the Van Dam Financial Group) to talk about their organization - and to promote their own birthday party, coming up in May. 

Sarah Matthews from the RRCAC joins Amy Iler (It Takes 2) and Neil Van Dam (Van Dam Financial Group) to talk about their services and impact in Fargo, ND (and statewide). 

Dan Erdmann, from Farm Rescue, sits down with Amy Iler (from It Takes 2) and Neil Van Dam (from the Van Dam Financial Group) to discuss their impact on our region - and beyond! 

Kayla Farahmand, the Director of Community Programs & Events at the North Dakota Autism Center sits down with Amy Iler (from It Takes 2) and Neil Van Dam (with the Van Dam Financial Group) to talk about their mission in Fargo, ND. 

MJ & Mary from Legacy Children's Foundation join Neil Van Dam (and Amy Iler) to talk about their mission. Learn more: https://legacychildrensfoundation.com/ 

Homeward Animal Shelter has been a staple of our community since 1966. Heather Clyde, Operations Director, joins Neil Van Dam (joined by Amy Iler) to talk about their mission, the day-to-day operations of the shelter and plans to expand their capacity. 

A summer "kamp" for kids with cancer is making a huge impact on our region - and beyond. Neil Van Dam sits down with Kamp KACE to share their mission of creating a safe and memorable camp experience for kids who have cancer. 

Since 2012, Farm in the Dell has provided employment for individuals with disabilities in a beautiful farm and garden setting. They teach these individuals life skills while providing them with job opportunities that give them a sense of accomplishment and belonging. There is produce for you, too - hear how you can purchase produce from Farm In The Dell - and be involved. 

Hope Blooms is a budding nonprofit that repurposes donated flowers by rearranging them into beautiful bedside bouquets and delivering them to community members in need. All with one message: you matter.

Heart n' Soul Community Cafe is committed to addressing food insecurities, building communities, and providing delicious food to nurture body, heart, and soul. Learn more about their mission - and find there here: https://heartnsoulcafe.com/

They are best known for "Meals on Wheels" - but they are so much more than that... Kassie Emanuel, is the Cass County Program Manager at Valley Senior Services. She talks about their mission during "KFGO For A Cause".