November 2018 – Minot, N.D. – St. Joseph’s Community Health Foundation has announced the kick-off of its second annual “Twice Blessed” campaign, a matching grant program that will double contributions made to 23 area non-profit organizations starting today and going until Dec. 31.
“The Twice Blessed campaign provides a new approach to charitable giving in north-central North Dakota,” said foundation President Shelly Weppler. “Potential donors interested in improving the health and well- being of area residents can go to one website – twiceblessednd.com – to learn about the mission and goals of each of the 50-plus area organizations participating in the program. They can donate via the website or by sending contributions directly to our foundation or the participating organizations. No gift is too small, and gifts will be matched at four levels from $2,500 to $20,000.”
In its second year, Twice Blessed number of participating organizations has more than doubled. More information about the campaign is available at twiceblessednd.com.
“The November and December timing of Twice Blessed is intentional,” Weppler said. “Charitable giving typically increases during the holidays when people reflect upon their own blessings and reach out to others. It’s also the time of the year when people may be looking for federal tax deductions. In either case, Twice Blessed is a great way to double the impact of your gift.”
St. Joseph Community Health Foundation was formed in 1998 with proceeds from the sale of St. Joseph’s/UniMed Medical Center. The foundation is the legacy of the Sisters of St. Francis who arrived in Minot in 1914.
The mission of SJCHF is to promote healthy and sustainable communities by providing financial gifts, strengthening collaborative relationships and supporting local initiatives that impact mental, physical, spiritual and emotional well-being. SJCHF serves the counties of Bottineau, Burke, McHenry, McLean, Mountrail, Pierce, Renville, Rolette, Sheridan, Ward and Wells.