BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Greater Grand Forks Young Professionals - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Greater Grand Forks Young Professionals X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ggfyp.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Greater Grand Forks Young Professionals REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251103 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251114 DTSTAMP:20251103T202642Z CREATED:20251103T201123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T202642Z UID:5256-1762128000-1763078399@ggfyp.com SUMMARY:Cans For A Cause Challenge DESCRIPTION:Cans For A Cause 🫂🥫 \nWe’re thrilled to launch the GGFYP Cans for a Cause Challenge — a friendly food and fundraising competition supporting Love in Action! \nHow It Works:\n1 point – Each non-perishable food item donated\n5 points – Every $1 donated through PayPal\, and we will forward a collective check to Love in Action\n10 points – Posting a photo promoting the drive and tagging @ggfyp and @loveinactiongf \nTimeline:\n– Collection runs Monday\, November 3 – Friday\, November 14\n– Drop-off: Friday\, November 14 (9 a.m.–5 p.m.) at Love in Action \nSponsors: Set up an office collection bin and encourage your team to donate! Label PayPal donations with your company name. \nMembers: Participate individually — label PayPal donations with “Your Name – Cans for a Cause.” \nThe top sponsor team will be recognized as our GGFYP Community Champion\, and the top individual donor will be featured in a GGFYP Member Spotlight! Together\, we’re supporting a mission built on kindness\, connection\, and community. Let’s make this our most impactful drive yet! URL:https://ggfyp.com/event/cans-for-a-cause-challenge/ LOCATION:Love in Action\, 818 University Avenue\, Grand Forks\, ND\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Involvement,GGFYP Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ggfyp.com/wp-content/uploads/OCT-29-PD.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Community Involvement Chair":MAILTO:community@ggfyp.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251103T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251103T183000 DTSTAMP:20251015T204727Z CREATED:20251015T204727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T204727Z UID:5082-1762191000-1762194600@ggfyp.com SUMMARY:Social Events Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join GGFYP for the monthly Social Events Committee Meeting on Monday\, November 3rd\, from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM at Tea & Crepe! \nThe Social Events Committee plans events that foster meaningful connections between community members and young professionals. \nAttending a committee meeting is a great way to get introduced to our organization without committing to joining! All are welcome to attend and see what being a GGFYP is all about. URL:https://ggfyp.com/event/social-events-committee-meeting-5/ LOCATION:Tea & Crepe\, 311 Demers Ave\, Grand Forks\, ND\, United States CATEGORIES:Committee Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ggfyp.com/wp-content/uploads/May-CI-1-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Social Events Chair":MAILTO:social@ggfyp.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251104T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251104T183000 DTSTAMP:20251015T204907Z CREATED:20251015T204906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T204907Z UID:5084-1762277400-1762281000@ggfyp.com SUMMARY:Professional Development Committee DESCRIPTION:Join GGFYP for the monthly Professional Development Committee Meeting on Tuesday\, November 4th\, from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM at Rhombus Guys! \nThe Professional Development Committee plans opportunities for young professionals to grow in their careers! \nAttending a committee meeting is a great way to get introduced to our organization without committing to joining! All are welcome to attend and see what being a GGFYP is all about. URL:https://ggfyp.com/event/professional-development-committee/ LOCATION:Rhombus Guys Pizza\, 312 Kitson Avenue\, Grand Forks\, ND\, United States CATEGORIES:Committee Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ggfyp.com/wp-content/uploads/May-CI-2-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Professional Development Chair":MAILTO:professional@ggfyp.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T190000 DTSTAMP:20251016T174946Z CREATED:20251015T215957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T174946Z UID:5086-1762452000-1762455600@ggfyp.com SUMMARY:Community Involvement Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join GGFYP for the monthly Community Involvement Committee Meeting on Thursday\, November 6th\, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Ely’s Ivy in Grand Forks! \nThe Community Involvement Committee plans events that connect young professionals to our community through service and volunteering! \nAttending a committee meeting is a great way to get introduced to our organization without committing to joining! All are welcome to attend and see what being a GGFYP is all about. URL:https://ggfyp.com/event/community-involvement-committee-meeting-5/ LOCATION:Ely’s Ivy\, 22 S 3rd Street\, Grand Forks\, ND\, 58201\, United States CATEGORIES:Committee Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ggfyp.com/wp-content/uploads/May-CI-3-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Community Involvement Chair":MAILTO:community@ggfyp.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251113T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251113T200000 DTSTAMP:20251027T200553Z CREATED:20251024T192450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T200553Z UID:5137-1763056800-1763064000@ggfyp.com SUMMARY:GGFYP Friendsgiving Potluck DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night of connection\, food\, and games!\n\nGGFYP 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! There will be party games and prizes\, so bring a playful\, competitive spirit!\n\nFree for GGFYP Members | Non-member Tickets $10 | Register Here\n\nNot a member? Register at GGFYP.com/join. If you work for one of our 55+ Corporate Sponsors\, your membership is free! URL:https://ggfyp.com/event/ggfyp-friendsgiving-potluck/ LOCATION:The Tap Room\, 13 N 3rd St\, Grand Forks\, ND 58203\, ND\, 58203\, United States CATEGORIES:GGFYP Event,Social Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ggfyp.com/wp-content/uploads/NOV-13-SE.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T170000 DTSTAMP:20251103T201643Z CREATED:20251103T201642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T201643Z UID:5260-1763110800-1763139600@ggfyp.com SUMMARY:Cans For A Cause Drop-Off Day DESCRIPTION:Today’s the day!👀🥫 \nWe’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 (818 University Ave\, Grand Forks). \nFinal Reminders:\n– Bring your collected non-perishables (no homemade items\, limited refrigerated).\n– Send any last-minute donations through PayPal (@GGFYP). We’ll forward one\ncollective check to Love in Action.\n– Post your drop-off photos tagging @ggfyp and @loveinactiongf for those last 10\npoints! \nYour generosity this week has helped Love in Action provide food\, warmth\, and hope to\nfamilies right here in our community. Thank you to all sponsors and members for making this drive such a success! URL:https://ggfyp.com/event/cans-for-a-cause-drop-off-day/ LOCATION:Love in Action\, 818 University Avenue\, Grand Forks\, ND\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Involvement,GGFYP Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ggfyp.com/wp-content/uploads/OCT-29-PD-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Community Involvement Chair":MAILTO:community@ggfyp.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T200000 DTSTAMP:20251024T191417Z CREATED:20251009T174704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T191417Z UID:5049-1763488800-1763496000@ggfyp.com SUMMARY:Philanthropy 101 DESCRIPTION:Philanthropy 101 🤲🫂\nPhilanthropy 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. The evening will feature a dynamic panel of local experts\, including a philanthropist\, a nonprofit leader\, and a wealth advisor\, offering real-world perspectives on the why\, how\, and impact of giving at any stage in life. \nThe discussion will be centered around three key themes: \n\nDefining Philanthropy – Challenging traditional assumptions and expanding what it means to give.\nHow to Afford Philanthropy – Exploring accessible ways to give\, no matter your income.\nHow to Give as You Grow – Understanding how charitable habits and strategies can evolve over time.\n\nIn addition to the panel discussion\, the evening will include a dedicated time for networking and meaningful connections among attendees – fostering relationships that support personal growth\, community involvement\, and shared values. \n“Philanthropy” may sound like something reserved for wealthy\, “mature” adults\, but that’s not at all the case. Volunteerism\, fundraising\, spreading awareness\, & sending a check are all different forms of Philanthropy. Learn from lifelong leaders in the greater Grand Forks community about how they started and why they continue to give.\n\nThis event ran in collaboration with the Community Foundation of Grand Forks\, East Grand Forks\, & region. Philanthropy 101 is open to the public and free: Registration REQUIRED! Learn more about the Community Foundation: https://www.gofoundation.org/ URL:https://ggfyp.com/event/philanthropy-101/ LOCATION:Prohibition Room\, 306 Demers Ave.\, East Grand Forks\, MN\, 56721\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Involvement,GGFYP Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ggfyp.com/wp-content/uploads/Philanthropy-101.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251128 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251129 DTSTAMP:20251124T200223Z CREATED:20251016T175855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T200223Z UID:5100-1764288000-1764374399@ggfyp.com SUMMARY:Member-At-Large Elections Close DESCRIPTION:Member-at-Large Elections\n\nThe GGFYP Members-at-Large serve two years after running in the Member-At-Large election\, where GGFYP members will vote to have a representative on the Board who represents the feelings of the general YP membership. They work to make our members feel invited and comfortable. They are responsible for welcoming new members and help carry out GGFYP activities and events. They are the face of our organization at large events and help coordinate the Annual Launch. \n \nAll actively registered GGFYP members are eligible to vote and should receive an email with their voter ID and key. If you have not received this email\, make sure you’ve renewed your membership or reach out to Gon Carlson at gon@ggfyp.com\n\n \n VOTE TODAY!\n \nMeet the 2026 Candidates…\n \n \nAlex Sims\n“My goal is to help amplify GGFYP’s impact in the community by making sure our projects and initiatives align with what members value most. I will represent member priorities and help build connections that increase our visibility and influence.”\n\nAlex is a University of North Dakota graduate with a bachelor’s degree in Communication\, and has called Grand Forks home for the past two years. Since moving here\, she’s been actively involved with both GGFYP and UNDYP. Alex loves being engaged in the community and is passionate about building connections and contributing to the place she now calls home. One of Alex’s favorite things about Grand Forks is that there’s always something happening\, and loves being part of such a great community\n\n \n \nBrianna Sich\n“I’m running for Member at Large to help ensure every member feels welcome\, included\, and informed. I’ll work to strengthen communication\, share clear updates\, and listen openly to member feedback so everyone feels connected and valued.”\n\nBrianna Sich currently works in community-based youth treatment and rehabilitation services. She has worked in the human services field for the last 6 years in different capacities\, serving the greater Grand Forks area. Brianna leads by example with passion for people and purpose; with the intention of cultivating spaces for other’s to feel empowered\, valued\, and respected.\n\n \n \nIrene Halbritter\n“My aim is to foster relationships between members at different stages of their careers\, creating spaces where fresh perspectives meet seasoned experience. By encouraging connection\, collaboration\, and mentorship\, I hope to strengthen the GGFYP community\, allowing everyone to learn from one another\, share their strengths\, and grow together.”\n\nI hold a BA in Business Administration and an MA in International Relations and Immigration Policy. Early in my career\, I worked as an accountant and tour guide while completing my graduate studies\, and later served as a paralegal for the Red Cross. After relocating to Grand Forks AFB with my family\, I became actively involved in the community and was elected as one of the first Honorary Mayors of the Base.\nI currently work as a legal assistant at Galstad\, Jensen & McCann while attending the University of North Dakota part-time to complete the accounting credits required to become a CPA. I also serve as a Commissioner for the Alerus Center\, contributing to financial planning\, operational strategy\, and community engagement. Grand Forks has provided my family with many opportunities\, and I am committed to giving back through active service\, leadership\, and community involvement. URL:https://ggfyp.com/event/member-at-large-elections-close/ CATEGORIES:GGFYP Board of Directors ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ggfyp.com/wp-content/uploads/July-SE-1-1.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR