Delivering bundles to families in need since 2001
NEWS ARCHIVE
Burnsville Women of Today Support BOLC
May 27, 2025
Thanks to the incredible members of Burnsville Women of Today. These generous women just continued their ongoing support of Bundles of Love. Along with a cash donation, they brought in a stack of diapers, wipes, shampoo and other baby essentials. We appreciate your generosity!
Save the Date: BOLC is Going to the Races!
May 19, 2025
BOLC will be the featured charity for the entire evening of racing Sunday, August 3rd at Running Aces harness racetrack, just south of Forest Lake – 35W & Lake Drive.
Besides the thrill of watching harness races, BOLC will have a canopied display presence where we will host a silent auction, sell surprise Running Aces packets, display a bundle, and collect monetary donations.
Watch for more details coming soon.
Diapers, Diapers and More Diapers
May 17, 2025
A big thank you to The Junior League of Minneapolis for the donation of 3600 diapers! Mothers receiving a bundle will certainly appreciate your kindness!
The Junior League has been an active supporter of our New Brighton site for many years, both as a volunteer organization and as a donor. We really appreciate all of their help.
WCCO the 4 Celebrates Moms with BOLC
May 9, 2025
Thanks to WCCO the 4's Jeff Wagner and Maria Lisignoli along with volunteers Betsy Hall and Marilyn Linnenkamp for spreading the word about BOLC! They displayed all
of the items included in a bundle and mentioned how to celebrate the moms in your life this Mother's Day with a donation to BOLC. Watch the story here.
Happy Mother's Day!
BOLC Featured on KSTP TV's Minnesota Live
May 5, 2025
This week KSTP TV's Minnesota Live is focusing on ways to honor moms on Mother's Day. We were excited to be able to share the BOLC story in a segment this morning. Volunteer Betsy Hall was interviewed by hosts Megan Newquist and Ken Barlow. It was fast-paced and gave Betsy opportunities to share information about our bundles and how they make a significant difference in the lives of the recipients. Click here to view the segment.
Give a Gift to Honor Mom
May 5, 2025
Are you looking for a gift for your mom who has everything? How about for a mom who always wants to give to others? Or maybe your mom has passed away but you still want to honor her memory. A donation to Bundles of Love is the perfect answer. Click here to to make a donation in honor or memory of your mother to celebrate Mother's Day. It's a perfect gift for the mother who says she doesn't need a thing!
New York Life Insurance Company Continues Support of BOLC
April 2025
New York Life Insurance Company has supported Bundles of Love Charity for more than a decade, driven by employee efforts. Volunteers have given their time to make items for our bundles and the company has supported them by giving financial contributions in recognition of employee groups volunteering together for the same cause.
BOLC President Mary Jo Prinsen was presented a check for $10,000 this week as part of their Walk for a Cause program. In addition, we received about 45 blankets. We are so grateful for New York Life's continued support of our mission to provide Minnesota newborns with the basics. Thank you!
The Power of 100 Twin Cities Women Who Care Teams Up with BOLC
March 2025
Join us in thanking The Power of 100 Twin Cities Women Who Care, a group of community-minded women who meet four times a year to learn about local charities and work together to donate a substantial sum to local non-profits! Thank you for selecting Bundles of Love to be your non-profit choice for March 2025! This donation will help greatly in us showering low-income mothers of newborns in need with beautifully handmade baby clothing and blankets created with love by volunteers. Find out more about The Power of 100 Twin Cities at https://thepowerof100twincities.com
Altar'd State Supports BOLC with Donation
February 2025
You may remember that Altar'd State, a women's clothing store at MOA, chose us for their Mission Mondays November through January with10% of Monday net proceeds to be donated to BOLC. We're thrilled that we will be receiving $6249.85! That will cover the cost of lots of bundles. We are most grateful for their generosity! Burnsville's Jenny Walsh and Christa Ragatz at the check presentation.
Donate to Bundles of Love
October 2024
Support Minnesota moms and babies by making a donation today through our GoFundMe fundraiser.
The demand for bundles has skyrocketed, and costs have also surged. The rising prices of fabric, supplies, rent and utilities are making it more challenging to meet the growing need. Now, more than ever, we need your help, and every dollar counts!
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Bundles of Love Featured on KSTP
October 2024
Did you catch us recently on KSTP Eyewitness News?
Thanks to volunteer Betsy Hall for sharing more about how Bundles of Love helps families across Minnesota, and the many ways to support what we do!
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Double Your Impact Through Our Donation Drive
September 2024
Double your impact when you donate to Bundles of Love this season. Thanks to a generous team of Bundles of Love supporters, up to $15,000 in donations will be matched through November!
Join us in supporting Minnesota moms and babies by making a donation today.
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Donate online through GiveMN.org
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Mail a check:
Bundles of Love Charity
P.O. Box 240301
Apple Valley, MN 55124-0301
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Bundles of Love Featured on KARE11
January 2024
In case you missed it: Bundles of Love was featured on KARE 11 Sunrise!
Learn more about what we do and hear from some of our volunteers.
Thank you Eden Prairie Scheels
December 2023
Bundles of Love received a $5,000 donation from Scheels Eden Prairie as part of their December giving campaign. Scheels received more than 36,000 nominations of various non-profit organizations, and Bundles of Love was one of ten groups ultimately selected to receive part of their $50,000 campaign. Thank you to all our volunteers and friends who took the time to nominate and vote for us — without you, this gift would not have been possible!
Thank You American Legion Post 191
Posted July 9, 2023
Bundles of Love recently received a $3,000 donation from from the Loveless-Eikens American Legion Post in Caledonia, MN. On hand to receive the donation was Jean Pohlman from our Chatfield work group. Our thanks to these former members of the U.S. Armed Services who continue to serve our country. This donation will provide funding for approximately 250 bundles.
Thank You Peterson Family and Friends!
Posted June 25, 2023
Each year, in honor of the birthday of their stillborn son Elijah David, the Peterson family of Saint Cloud chooses an organization to receive a donation. This year they chose Bundles of Love Charity. Joining Amy, Brad and Theo in making contributions were numerous family members and friends. Christa Ragatz was on hand to accept their cartload of donations including diapers, bottles, afghans, hats, onesies, sweaters, toys and more. Thank you so much to everyone!
Thank You Walser Subaru!
Posted May 5, 2023
Bundles of Love is so very grateful to our partners at Walser Subaru Burnsville for their generous donation of over $36,000 through the Subaru Share the Love Program! This will go a long way in fulfilling our mission to provide baby essentials for new families throughout Minnesota. We delivered over 4,600 bundles last year. Thanks to all new car buyers that chose us as their charity to support. Cheers to Walser Automotive Group for making this happen!
Thank You Connect Interiors!
Posted on April 13, 2023
During the month of March, Connect Interiors of Fargo, ND, Grand Forks, ND and Detroit Lakes, MN had a donation drive for Bundles of Love Charity. Thank you so much to the employees. Their generosity and willingness to help families in need by donating supplies for them to put in their newborn bundles is very much appreciated.
Bundles of Love Launches New Website
Posted on January 25, 2023
We've just launched a new website; take a few minutes to explore it. We're hoping that it's more informative and easier to navigate.
If you find any errors or have any comments, please send an email to webmaster@bundlesoflove.org.
Welcome to Our New Treasurer
Posted on January 25, 2023
Many of you may know her as a long-time volunteer and former site leader at our New Brighton location. But now Donna Rooney has taken on the responsibility of Bundles of Love Charity Treasurer. Please join us in welcoming Donna into this new role. At the same time, we'd like to express our gratitude to Kristi McCullough for her time as our Treasurer.
Visit Bundles of Love at the Vaz+Harwood Holiday Bazaar
Posted on November 28, 2022
When: Saturday, December 10th, 2022, from 12 -5 PM
Where: 2660 Arthur Street, Roseville, MN 55113
Welcome to the 1st Annual Vaz+Harwood Holiday Bazaar!
Holiday shopping just got easier this year. The Holiday Bazaar has something for everyone AND allows you to support HYPER LOCAL Minnesota artists at the same time.
So who are Vaz+Harwood? We’re a residential real estate team and we love a good maker’s market! We are big into building community and helping anyone and everyone achieve their homeownership dreams. Check us out if you or anyone you know is thinking of buyer or selling a home now or in the future.
Back to the Holiday Bazaar… all our vendors keep 100% of their sales! We wanted to craft an event for local makers and community members to come together and support one another.
In addition to Bundles of Love Charity, an incredibly diverse group of vendors will be featured. You can see all of the vendors and reserve a spot (no charge!) at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vazharwood-team-holiday-bazaar-shop-local-tickets-460163219577.
Walser Subaru Supports Bundles of Love
Posted on November 16, 2022
Car shopping just got a lot more meaningful. Bundles of Love has been named the 2022 Hometown Charity for Walser Subaru Burnsville’s annual Share the Love Campaign.
Here’s how it works: Through January 3, 2023, with every new Subaru purchased or leased, Subaru will donate $250 to Bundles of Love or your choice of charities*. Walser Subaru will also donate an additional $50 to Bundles of Love to help support our mission.
To help promote this partnership, please share this video with family and friends who may be considering a new vehicle this winter. We’re proud to partner with Walser Subaru Burnsville and serve as a 2022 Share the Love Hometown Charity partner.
*National charities include:
– ASPCA
– Make-A-Wish
– Meals On Wheels
– National Park Foundation
HyVee Lakeville Giving Tag Program
Posted November 15, 2022
Through the Giving Tag program, HyVee allows customers to support community nonprofits. Stop by HyVee’s Lakeville location during the month of November and purchase a reusable shopping bag – in addition to being green, you’ll also be supporting Bundles of Love Charity. For each bag sold, HyVee will donate $1 to Bundles of Love.