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The purpose of the Northern Lights Foundation is to provide local families with a child (up to the age of 18) facing a life-threatening illness with financial support to use however they need during a very challenging emotional and financial time.


The Northern Lights Foundation was founded by Ken Larson in 2006 following the loss of his infant daughter, Nicole. Ken's vision was to create a children’s charity in Duluth, Minnesota to financially support local families with children facing life-threatening illnesses.

Over nearly two decades, the Foundation has raised more than $500,000 and issued grants to more than 200 families. The foundation's grants are unrestricted which means families can use the funds for whatever needs they may have.

On behalf of the children and families helped by the Foundation, we thank you for your generosity.

Recent donors

Recent donors
Date Name Amount
Apr 15 Caitlin Yay!! Undisclosed amount
Apr 12 Mom and Dad We are very proud of you Megan! Your hard work and perseverance will pay off. You got this! $161.75
Apr 10 Edgardo Vera Best of luck to you at your marathon you’re gonna kill it !! $55.25
Apr 09 Rocky and Diane Young Great charity. We’re with u from California! $55.25
Apr 09 Beth S Have fun! $108.50
Apr 07 Anonymous Good Luck Jeff! $55.25
Apr 02 Anonymous Get it Juan! For Russell’s! Undisclosed amount
Apr 02 Mom and Dad You’ve got this! We love you! $100.00
Apr 02 Favorite co worker Hi Jeff! You got this! Krutika $55.25
Apr 01 Catfish Hunter $55.25