Here are some of our favorite moments from 2025
We couldn’t possibly list every wonderful moment, but come take a trip down memory lane with a few of our highlights from this year
Monumental SNAP changes shift significant costs on to state
Along with increased costs to the state, federal spending on SNAP will decrease by about $186 billion over the next 10 years
Business partner spotlight: Magnifi Financial
Since 2023, Magnifi Financial has donated more than a year’s worth of shelter to Churches United
Join Churches United on Christmas Day for fun, fellowship
The public is invited to worship and celebrate at Micah’s Mission on Thursday, Dec. 25
Churches United awarded $100K grant from West Central Initiative
The grant originally comes from the McKnight Foundation, which deployed $1M statewide to address the affordability crisis
County fund that helps residents in financial pinch dries up early
Emergency General Assistance funds help residents after fires, theft, job loss or other crises — no funds are available until July 2026
Vehicle donated by Churches United helps area mother
Churches United wasn’t using the vehicle enough to justify keeping it, so the decision was made to get it in the hands of someone who needs it
Spread joy on Christmas Day at Micah’s Mission
Churches United is seeking volunteers for Christmas Day brunch and activities. There are several time slots available to work with your schedule.
Thrivent Choice is a simple way to support Churches United
The program allows members to direct charitable funds to an organization of their choice
Learning through service: Psychology students intern at Churches United
Budding relationship with MSUM psychology department proves beneficial for students, Micah’s Mission emergency shelter
Churches United bids farewell to housing director after 14 years
Ginny Stoe has pretty much done it all, and her experience gives her important insights into homelessness and the history of Churches United
Here’s how area libraries are helping their neighbors this December
Fargo, West Fargo and Moorhead public libraries are all pitching in to lend their neighbors a hand through various drives for clothing and food
Consider becoming a recurring donor today
Recurring donations are a powerful tool that allows us to better respond to shelter and community needs
‘Boundless family’ gathers for Thanksgiving meal at Micah’s Mission
Food, friends and fun most accurately described the atmosphere in the kitchen and community center Thursday
Remembering Pam Burley and her life of service to others
Burley passed away in October of 2022 and left a $300,000 gift to Churches United. CU staff spoke with Pam’s sister to learn about her extraordinary life of compassion and care for others.
Benefit concert for Churches United is Nov. 30
Kathie Brekke and the 42nd Street Jazz Band return to Faith Lutheran Church in Wolverton, Minn., for a second year of Christmas classics
City of Fargo opens winter warming operations
Operations began on Monday, ahead of the season’s first projected storm
Churches United lead shelter advocate named to United Way 35 Under 35
Ariel Borgen will participate in programs to develop her leadership skills
CU, local agencies discuss homelessness, hunger at panel
The panel at New Life Center in Fargo on Thursday allowed local agencies to outline trends and needs in the community
USDA to require SNAP recipients to reapply for benefits
The announcement comes at a time when changes are already underway for SNAP