Alexis's Story
"Every kid loves a birthday...and they want to feel special, and they deserve to feel special."
Since December 2024, Birthday Beacon has thrown nearly 160 birthday parties for elementary-age children in the Bismarck–Mandan area! 🎉
Working with school social workers and community partners like us, they ensure that kids who might not otherwise have a celebration can enjoy a special day at places like a Bismarck Larks game, Sky Zone, or the zoo.
Our care coordinator, Alexis, shared: “I’ve never been able to enjoy my own birthday until I was older. And so, to be able to give that to kids that have similar lives to me and far worse… every kid loves a birthday… they want to feel special, and they deserve to feel special.” 💙
This week, Birthday Beacon gathered families and partners at Boden Office Park to celebrate the impact that keeps growing. 👏
Want to help? Anyone in the community can sponsor a party on their website. Birthday Beacon
Care Coordinators Making an Impact
Sometimes it’s the small moments that mean the most. 💙
Date: May 27, 2026
Today, Justin received a painting and message from one of his clients that read, “Justin thanks for everything you have done keep up the great work!”
Acts like this are . . .
She’s Made Me Feel Heard, Supported, and Valued
“More impact in months than years.” 💙
Date: May 18, 2026
One of our participants shared this about their experience working with care coordinator Alexis:
“I’ve worked with a lot of different supports over the years, but Alexis has done more . . .
Better Together ND Is With New Life Center
Our team came together to assemble May bags!
Date: May 11, 2026
Last Friday, our team came together to assemble May bags filled with essential hygiene items.
We distributed . . .
Better Together ND Working With the Great Plains Food Bank
What a day it was!
Date: April 21, 2026
Last week, our team had the opportunity to give back alongside Great Plains Food Bank and what a day it was!
Together, we packed . . .
