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Thursday, January 31, 2013  The Father Fred Foundation in Traverse City will not be open for client services today, Thursday, January 31, 2013 because of weather conditions.

Friday, January 25, 2013  At it's annual dinner, the Traverse City Chamber of Commerce presented its Distinguished Service Award to entrepreneur and humanitarian Terry Berden.

Saturday, July 21, 2012  Some very generous bikers are once again getting ready to benefit the Father Fred Foundation in Traverse City.  Early Saturday morning the Northern Chapter Harley Owners Group or HOG met up in Traverse City to start registration for the 20th Annual Ride For Father Fred.

Friday, February 03, 2012  You get help the Father Fred Foundation feed the hungry in northern Michigan by taking part in the 18th Annual Frostbite Food Drive.

Friday, December 02, 2011  More than a dozen heroes, dressed in their police, military and firefighter uniforms, helped save Christmas morning for hundreds of families in northern Michigan.

Monday, November 07, 2011  More people than ever need help to keep the heat on in their homes, but more people in northern Michigan may be having an even harder time.  See why and what help is available in this Fact Finder Report.

Saturday, September 24, 2011  Hundreds of local families need your help putting food on the table this fall.

Saturday, May 14, 2011  Bargain hunters who love a good garage sale found plenty of deals this weekend. The Father Fred Foundation held its annual spring garage sale Saturday.

Monday, February 28, 2011  The search is on for " The Best Singer in Traverse City" and the talent call will help feed families in need.

Monday, February 14, 2011  Local breweries are teaming up to help raise money for the Father Fred Foundation.

Tuesday, February 08, 2011  It's time for the 17th Annual Father Fred Frostbite Food Drive.  The foundation invites everyone in the Grand Traverse County area to take part in the food drive that kicks off Friday, February 11th.

Wednesday, December 22, 2010  The Father Fred Foundation wrapped up their ‘Christmas Boost Bag’ drive on Wednesday.

Wednesday, December 15, 2010  An area business skipped the traditional holiday cards and sent their greetings through email.  A portion of the money saved on postage will be used to help others in the community.

Tuesday, October 19, 2010  The Father Fred Foundation is thanking the community for making its fall food drive a big success.

Thursday, October 14, 2010  There is still time to help feed needy families in Northern Michigan by taking part in the Father Fred Foundation's virtual fall food drive.