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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
Mar 12 Danielle Pfister $28.63
Mar 10 Anonymous It's a lot of work for a free banana. 🤣 $10.00
Mar 10 Ben Walkee Beat Lau $55.25
Mar 09 Hofstad family Good luck, Maddie! $55.25
Mar 07 Carolyn Nickell I'm proud of you Maddie and all the things you do. Good Luck Undisclosed amount
Mar 07 Taylor Keehr Go Maddie! We will be cheering you on! $55.25
Mar 06 Anonymous Undisclosed amount
Mar 05 Mark Kremer Good idea Jake. Have fun🦖 $55.25
Mar 05 Melanie Kremer A wonderful cause ❤️ $50.00
Mar 05 Nick Kremer We hope you set a new PR! $50.00