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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
Jun 18 Miranda Good luck at the marathon!! $17.98
Jun 17 Lexi Larson So proud of you, Sarah Jean!! 🎉🥳 $28.63
Jun 17 Atherton Family $108.50
Jun 13 Jason Cradit Wish I could be there! $183.05
Jun 05 lee comeaux $28.63
Jun 05 Ellen Comeaux So proud of you for running your first marathon and supporting a great cause in the process. $246.95
Jun 03 Tanvi Das RUN RUN RUN (as much as your hip allows) $7.33
Jun 03 Susan Lange $140.45
Jun 01 Brittany and Kevin $25.00
May 31 Anonymous Good luck! Undisclosed amount