The Marv Bossart Parkinson's Foundation

04/11/2026

April is Parkinson's Awareness month and for years we have teamed up with HERO, Healthcare Equipment Recycling Organization to provide specialized U-Step walkers for those who cannot afford them or do not have insurance coverage for one. If your physician or PT says a walker will benefit you, you can call HERO to see if you qualify for the program!

Celebrating Parkinson's Awareness Month! 💙

HERO and the The Marv Bossart Parkinson's Foundation are happy to be in partnership to help provide "U-Step" walkers to our community. Get yours today at HERO - Healthcare Equipment Recycling Organization 5012 53rd St. S. Ste C. Fargo, ND 58104

02/13/2026

What an amazing Giving Hearts Day!

02/12/2026

We are less than 5 hours away from the most generous day of the year! ❤️

At the Marv Bossart Parkinson's Foundation, we are grateful for your giving heart! Through each stage of Marv's Parkinson's disease, his wife, Betty, was his caregiver. This year, we are honoring BOTH Marv & Betty because she was an integral part of helping him each day in his battle with this disease. We honor all of those living with Parkinson's and all of their caregivers. EVERY donation helps us continue our mission - helping individuals and families live fuller, more supported lives as they navigate Parkinson's disease. Click below to donate!

02/10/2026

2 DAYS AND COUNTING! Giving Hearts Day is Thursday! Marv Bossart was a news broadcaster in the Red River Valley for 42 years and passed away from the effects of Parkinson's disease. In memory of him, his family started this foundation to help fund resources that help those living with PD and their families and caregivers. We hope to count on YOU as we start this new year. EARLY GIVING IS NOW OPEN! Give anytime (before Feb 12) and your donation will be counted towards Giving Hearts Day.You can click below, and you will be taken directly to the Marv Bossart Parkinson's Foundation donation page. THANK YOU!

02/08/2026

Today would've been Marv's 92nd birthday and we celebrate by honoring the legacy of both Marv & Betty Bossart. ❤️ His wife Betty was Marv's caregiver as he faced Parkinson's disease. From all of us, we are excited for this Giving Hearts Day and appreciate every donation!
EARLY GIVING IS NOW OPEN! www.givingheartsday.org. Search keyword MARV

02/03/2026

10 days and counting to Giving Hearts Day! The goal at the Marv
Bossart Parkinson’s Foundation remains steadfast – to help those with Parkinson’s feel better, stay independent, build confidence, and live with dignity. Early Giving is now OPEN! Give anytime (before Feb 12) and your donation will be counted toward Giving Hearts Day. Thank you!
www.givingheartsday.org Search Keyword: MARV

12/24/2025

Grateful for all of our friends, family and kind donors! Have a blessed holiday!

08/04/2025

This would be a fun event for our Western ND friends!

07/15/2025

"Caregivers need care too." Whether you are caring for an aging/ill parent or a spouse and also kids or all three, this podcast is for you. Grab a cup of coffee, put up your feet up and listen to the advice...take time for YOU!

Podcast Episode · The Mel Robbins Podcast · 07/14/2025 · 1h 12m

02/13/2025

Wow we are so thankful and blown away by the giving hearts who have chosen our charity to donate to today! THANK YOU! We had a chance to visit the Parkinson's Ready Steady Fitness class today at CrossFit Fargo. So fun and they get so much benefit from this class! This is just area our foundation supports for those living with PD. ❤️

02/12/2025

One day and counting to Giving Hearts Day! Charities have a story of who they are, who they serve, and why. Our story is about a man named Marv. Shortly after retiring from 42 years on the air at WDAY TV, he was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. He passed away from the effects of the disease and our family wanted to honor his memory and legacy by helping others who have PD live the best life possible. His story is below.

Giving Hearts Day is very special for us because it helps us help others. This link goes directly to our giving page. https://app.givingheartsday.org/ #/charity/152 From our heart to yours, THANK YOU for considering a donation on Giving Hearts Day!

https://youtu.be/11vGTjFUJOg?si=89d76E96U-T9KOxx

02/11/2025

Just 3 days and counting to Giving Hearts Day! ❤️ You can make a difference in the life of someone with Parkinson's disease. It is because of YOU, our friends and donors, that we are able to help fund local and regional support for patients and their families, such as education, equipment and Parkinson's specific programming.

This link goes directly to our Giving Hearts Day page:
https://app.givingheartsday.org/ #/charity/152. From our heart to yours, THANK YOU for considering a donation! ❤️