Donation of formal wear: The UND Nonprofit Leadership Student Association is seeking clothing donations for its third annual Prom Dress Sale, a sale that offers area high school students affordable, gently used prom attire. The NLSA will collect dresses through Friday. To donate, contact Heather Helgeson at (701) 777-3741 or heather.helgeson@und.edu /.
Zach Gabbard Benefit: A benefit is set for 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at Mulligan's Pub and Eatery, Perham, Minn., for the family of Zach Gabbard, 17, the Minnesota high school basketball player who collapsed during a game last month. If you can't attend, you can donate through United Community Bank in Perham ( www.ucbankmn.com ). Checks can be mailed to: Zach Gabbard Fund, United Community Bank, 155 2nd St. S.W., Perham, MN 56573.
Addison Lessard Benefit: A Benefit Breakfast & Bake Sale for Addison Lessard will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 6 in the KC Hall in Reynolds, N.D. Addison, the daughter of Jeremy and Amanda (Lazur) Lessard, was diagnosed in October with Chiari malformation, a condition caused by the skull being too small that causes severe headaches. Addison had surgery Jan. 21 at Children's Hospital in St. Paul and now is home and recovering. All proceeds from the benefit and bake sale will be used to help with medical expenses and follow-up appointments in St. Paul. Questions: Rita Lang, (701) 847-2869; Amy Sobolok, (701) 847-2334; Deb Lazur, (701) 847-2314.
Kohl's Cares Scholarships: The Kohl's Department Stores Kohl's Cares Scholarship Program will award more than $415,000 in scholarships and prizes, ranging from $50 Kohl's gift cards to $10,000 scholarships, honoring young volunteers who have made a positive impact on their communities. Nominations for kids ages six to 18 will be accepted through March 15 at kohlskids.com. Nominators must be 21 years or older.
Randy Trontvet Benefit: Team Trontvet is sponsoring a benefit for Randy Trontvet and his family from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 26 in the East Grand Forks American Legion Club. A lunch of spaghetti, bread and ice cream will be served along with refreshments for a freewill offering. Trontvet, a small business owner, is battling pancreatic cancer and cannot work. A benefit account has been established at Bremer Bank: Team Trontvet Benefit, Bremer Bank, 3100 S. Columbia Rd, Grand Forks, ND 58201. Donations can be made at any Bremer location. To volunteer, donate a silent auction item or if you have questions, e-mail Brayden Trontvet, bradyt_08@hotmail.com .
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Women's Scholarship Program: AARP Foundation is accepting applications for its fifth annual Women's Scholarship Program to provide funds to women 40 and older who are seeking new job skills, training and educational opportunities. Scholarships ranging from $500 to $5,000 will be awarded, depending on financial need and the cost of the education or training program. Interested? Submit an application online through March 31 at www.aarp.org/womensscholarship . Scholarships will be awarded in early summer 2011 on the basis of financial need, personal circumstances and achievements, educational goals, and the likely impact of the scholarship on recipient's life. The program is made possible by AARP Foundation donors with support from Wal-Mart Foundation and AARP.
