Events and Activities

Upcoming events

Cans For A Cause Challenge

Cans For A Cause 🫂🥫 We’re thrilled to launch the GGFYP Cans for a Cause Challenge — a friendly food and fundraising competition supporting Love in Action! How It Works: 1 point – Each non-perishable food item donated 5 points

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03 November November 3 - November 13

GGFYP Friendsgiving Potluck

GGFYP hosts an annual potluck in the spirit of the holidays. November is the month of giving and being thankful for what we have. We invite you to bring your favorite family recipe and a fun Thanksgiving story to share!

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13 November 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Cans For A Cause Drop-Off Day

Today’s the day!👀🥫 We’re wrapping up the GGFYP Cans for a Cause Challenge with our final drop-off at Love in Action! Stop by anytime between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. to drop off your food donations at Love in Action

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14 November 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Philanthropy 101

Philanthropy 101 is a first-of-its-kind event in the region, crafted specifically for emerging leaders and early-career professionals who want to make a difference - but may not know where to start.

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18 November 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Speed Volunteering: S’mores Kit Packing

Every year, we help the Downtown Development Association (DDA) prepare for its HollyDazzle Festival. Help us pack s'mores kits at UpNorth Pizza. 

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19 November 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

committee meetings

Board of directors

Thank you to our amazing sponsors!

University of North Dakota

marquee events

The work that GGFYP does is worth a celebration! This special night features music, delicious food, great company, and a business meeting where we look at what we've accomplished and where we're headed as an organization.

Showcasing both up-and-coming and distinguished artists, this annual event gives guests the opportunity to view art from a variety of mediums, mingle with talented local and regional artists, and purchase one-of-a-kind pieces in a fun and social atmosphere.

An annual donation drive where GGFYP distributes orange garbage bags to affluent neighborhoods in Grand Forks with a flyer stapled to it indicating items of need from area non-profits. After a few weeks, the orange bags will be collected, donations sorted, & then redistributed to the participating nonprofits.

Our community partners

Red and Blue logo - The Chamber of Grand Forks and East Grand Forks

Greater Grand Forks Young Professionals

33 S 3rd St, Suite C

Grand Forks, ND 58201