Destination Elevation

10/07/2026

💙 Our hearts are with the Mandan community.

Destination Elevation is deeply saddened by the tragic loss of two young lives in our community. There are no words that can make a loss like this easier, but we want the families, friends, classmates, teachers, and everyone impacted to know that they are not alone.

In times like these, we are reminded of how much our young people need connection, compassion, and people who are willing to stand beside them through the hardest moments.

Please keep the families and all those affected in your thoughts. Let’s continue to look out for one another, check in on our kids, and surround our community with the love and support it needs right now. 💙

Mandan, we’re standing with you.

08/21/2026

🎒 Back-to-School Season Is Here! 📚

A new school year means new beginnings, new challenges, new friendships, and plenty of opportunities to grow.

At Destination Elevation, we know that every young person deserves someone in their corner—someone who believes in them, encourages them, listens to them, and reminds them that their circumstances don’t define their future.

As kids head back to school, let’s remember that success isn’t always measured by grades. Sometimes it looks like showing up, trying again, asking for help, making a good choice, or simply having someone who says, “I believe in you.”

Here’s to a new school year filled with growth, grit, confidence, and possibility. 💪

To the students: You’ve got this.
To the parents, teachers, mentors, and community: Keep showing up. It matters more than you know.

📚🎒 Let’s make this a great year!

07/10/2026

💙 A simple act of kindness can change someone's day—or even their life.

You never know what someone is carrying behind a smile. A kind word, a text, a phone call, or simply asking, "How are you really doing?" can remind someone they are seen, valued, and not alone.

This week, challenge yourself to reach out to someone. Check on a friend. Encourage a coworker. Smile at a stranger. Offer a helping hand. Listen without judgment. Small acts of kindness create ripples that extend far beyond what we can see.

At Destination Elevation, we believe strong communities are built one relationship at a time. Let's choose compassion over criticism, encouragement over indifference, and love over fear.

Be the reason someone feels hope today.

❤️ Who can you check on today?

07/06/2026

These are the moments that remind us why we do what we do.

After a recent Love-Fear Shift class, participants were invited to share what they took away from the experience.

Here are just a few of the things they wrote:
• "You gave me so much perspective and opened my eyes."
• "I can't keep holding on to my old ways."
• "I have an action plan now."
• "It made me reevaluate myself, my actions, and my beliefs."
• "Understanding all the noise in my life."
• "I'm sober and feel stronger with the help of Destination Elevation."
• "It opened my eyes to things I never thought about."

Transformation doesn't always happen overnight. Sometimes it starts with one conversation, one class, or one new perspective.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support Destination Elevation. Because of you, lives are being changed one person at a time.

07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day from Destination Elevation! ❤️🤍💙

Today, we celebrate the freedoms we enjoy, the communities that make us stronger, and the people who invest in the next generation.

At Destination Elevation, we believe that one caring mentor, one encouraging conversation, and one opportunity can change the course of a life. Thank you to our mentors, volunteers, donors, and supporters for helping us build brighter futures for youth and families in our community.

As you enjoy fireworks, parades, and time with family and friends, we hope your day is filled with gratitude, joy, and lasting memories.

Happy Fourth of July! God bless you, and God bless America! 🇺🇸

05/16/2026

What an incredible day at the Touch A Truck event in Mandan! 🚛💙

We loved getting the chance to connect with so many amazing families, kids, and community members today. Seeing the excitement on everyone’s faces and spending time together reminded us just how special this community truly is.

A huge THANK YOU to Barnhart for allowing Destination Elevation to set up with them today and for supporting community connection in such a meaningful way. We are so grateful for the opportunity!

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello, learn more about what we do, and support our mission. We loved meeting each and every one of you!

05/10/2026

Today we celebrate the moms, grandmas, bonus moms, foster moms, and mother figures who show up every single day with strength, sacrifice, patience, and love. 💐

At Destination Elevation⁠, we see firsthand how powerful a mother’s love can be. Whether you’re holding your family together through hard seasons, cheering your kids on through every milestone, or simply doing your best one day at a time — you matter more than you know.

To the moms carrying heavy things quietly: we see you.
To the moms rebuilding, healing, and growing: we’re proud of you.
To the moms who have lost children, lost mothers, or are longing to become mothers: you are deeply loved today too.

Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at Destination Elevation. 💜

Keep showing up. Keep loving fiercely. The world needs more women like you.

05/07/2026

🌟 Looking for a little extra support, guidance, or someone in your corner? 🌟

Destination Elevation is now accepting applications for our youth mentoring program—and we would love to connect with you!

This program is designed for kids who could benefit from:
✔️ Positive encouragement
✔️ A trusted mentor to talk to
✔️ Help building confidence and life skills
✔️ Fun, meaningful connections

If that sounds like something you (or a child you know) could use, take the next step today!

👉 Fill out a quick application on our website to get started:
https://www.thedestinationelevation.org/refer-a-mentee

✨ We also offer mentoring for adults! If you’re looking for guidance, support, or someone to walk alongside you in this season, reach out—we’d love to connect.

Spots are limited, so don’t wait too long to apply!

Let’s build something great together. 💙

Our personalized mentoring program is tailored to each individual's needs, providing guidance, support, and encouragement to help at-risk youth overcome challenges and reach their full potential. Through one-on-one sessions, our mentors build strong relationships with the youth, fostering personal g...

05/04/2026

Stop by the BSC Career Academy to play Laser Tag with BLAST - Bismarck Laser and Archery Sports Tag and say hi! We will be here until 8pm.

05/02/2026