$500,000 Leach Grant Awarded to the Bismarck Cancer Center Capital Campaign 

The Bismarck Cancer Center (BCC) is one step closer to reaching its Capital Campaign goal of $14 million because of a recent $500,000 pledge by the Leach Foundation to the campaign. Supporting the Bismarck Cancer Center’s ‘Healing for Today, Building Hope for Tomorrow’ Capital Campaign aligns perfectly with their commitment to the Bismarck community. It is the largest donation in the BCC’s history, and the Leach Foundation takes pride in impacting and changing lives.

According to the Chair of the Leach Foundation Grants Committee, Todd Steinwand, every member of the Leach Foundation Board felt strongly that Tom and Frances Leach would support the expansion of the Cancer Center if they were still alive today. “Tom and Frances Leach created the foundation to ‘promote the public welfare’ with private means by supporting endeavors in the fields of arts and humanities, education, medical sciences, and health and social sciences. The Leach Foundation Board always asks itself the question, ‘If Tom and Frances Leach were alive today would they support this type of project?” said Steinwand. “Every member of the Leach Foundation Board felt strongly that Tom and Frances would support this expansion.”

The Bismarck Cancer Center’s Capital Campaign has raised over $2.5 million from outside donations since November 2020. The expansion consists of a third linear accelerator, a new HDR (High Dose Rate Brachytherapy) suite, new exam rooms, expanded massage therapy room, large conference room for education and support groups, a special procedure room, two family counseling rooms, and expanded patient registration space. And, with cancer cases on the rise, Steinwand feels now is the time to make much-needed improvements at the Bismarck Cancer Center.

“The members of the board have all had family members who have been affected by cancer, and it’s important to all of us to be able to continue to offer state-of-the-art cancer treatment services locally,” he said. “The Bismarck Cancer Center provides state-of-the-art treatment for cancer patients within a 250-mile radius of Bismarck/Mandan. This expansion will allow more patients to be served and continue with state-of-the-art technology without having to travel long distances and be away from family and friends.”

The Bismarck Cancer Center’s new Versa HD Linear Accelerator treatment suite will proudly be named after the Tom and Frances Leach Foundation.

Chuck and Carol Iten Donate $30,000 to the Bismarck Cancer Center Capital Campaign

Bismarck residents, Chuck and Carol Iten have donated thousands of dollars for the Bismarck Cancer Center Foundation over the years. But, when Itens decided to personally donate $30,000 to the Bismarck Cancer Center’s ‘Healing for Today, Building Hope for Tomorrow’ Capital Campaign, everyone at the Bismarck Cancer Center was amazed.

Cancer has affected many of their family and friends over the years and they wanted to give back to this important community cancer expansion. “We have always felt that Bismarck and the surrounding areas were very supportive of us when we were in business and we feel compelled to try and return their kindness when they and their families have the need for this great medical facility,” says Carol. “This expansion will allow more advanced modes of treatment and the ability to treat a greater number of patients each day as the need certainly seems to be increasing.”

The donation will help fund the $14 million project that started last fall with the construction of second floor and renovation of the first floor. The Itens feels the expansion will allow the Bismarck Cancer Center to continue to provide the best cancer treatment possible in our area.

“We have had close friends who were treated here and not have to travel any great distance to get their necessary treatments. This is such an emotional time in the entire family’s life and it enables other family members or friends to accompany their loved ones to treatments and to be available for any assistance to the patient or their family.” She adds, “When a family member is diagnosed with cancer it’s as though the entire family is suffering with cancer.”

Iten’s name will proudly be placed on the ‘Nutrition Counseling Room’ on the 2nd floor of the newly renovated Bismarck Cancer Center.

Brady Martz makes a $25,000 Donation to the Bismarck Cancer Center Captial Campaign

The Bismarck Cancer Center’s expansion is closer to reality with a $25,000 pledge from Brady Martz & Associates. When hearing about the Bismarck Cancer Center’s expansion and Capital Campaign, the team at Brady Martz felt it was an enormous privilege to be able to contribute to the Campaign.

“The Bismarck Cancer Center is an incredibly important resource for the local community and beyond,” says Lance Rambousek, CPA at Brady Martz, “Our firm is driven by the desire to give back to the community that supports us. Without the support of the Bismarck community, we would not be in the position to make this donation.”  

One of the new patient examination rooms will proudly be named after Brady Martz and Associates, whose core values have always consisted of a strong commitment to community. 

According to Rambousek, cancer touches all our lives in one way or another having ‘lifesaving cancer treatments and cutting-edge technology available right in our region’ makes a huge difference for those in need of specialized care.

“You would be hard pressed to find someone who has not felt its sting. The life-saving services that the Bismarck Cancer Center makes available directly within our community has a similarly positive impact,” he says. “Having them nearby goes even further to improving the lives of those who need access to specialized cancer care and patients who currently have to travel long distances in order to receive treatments will benefit enormously from the increased accessibility that the funds from the Capital Campaign will provide.” 

$250,000 Pledged to the Capital Campaign by Starion Bank

The Bismarck Cancer Center is one step closer to reaching its Capital Campaign goal because of Starion Bank’s recent $250,000 pledge to the campaign. It’s one of the largest donations in the Bismarck Cancer Center’s history and Starion Bank takes pride in impacting and changing lives within their communities.  According to Bismarck Mandan Market President, Lee Weisbeck, donating to the Healing for Today, Building Hope for Tomorrow Capital Campaign was an easy community project to say yes to.

“The Bismarck Cancer Center is a place of hope for many individuals and their families that are fighting battles with cancer and they bring the highest quality radiation treatments the region,” Weisbeck says. “These types of treatments have worked to improve the quality of life and length of life for countless individuals, and the work from the Cancer Center’s staff is invaluable in many ways.”

Starion’s name will be proudly placed on the Bismarck Cancer Center’s main lobby for years to come. Weisbeck says Starion feels the work that the Bismarck Cancer Center does for the community is changing and impacting lives on a daily basis. “With the unfortunate yet growing need for cancer treatments, expanding the BCC with extra equipment and space will positively benefit our region,” he adds. “With these expansions, the Cancer Center will be able to treat more people in less time. This ultimately saves more lives, providing more hope, and impacting our community even further than the Center already has.”

The donation follows a significant fundraising year for the campaign to expand the first floor and add a second floor to the Bismarck Cancer Center. These changes will include new exam rooms, an expanded conference room for education and support groups, two family counseling rooms, and will add medical equipment, including a third linear accelerator (treatment machine), and a second CT scanner for additional specialized treatment. The capital campaign now has raised nearly $1.9 million so far from outside donations with a little over $2 million left to reach their $4 million goal. 

The Title Company Donates $25,000 to the Bismarck Cancer Center Capital Campaign

The Title Company has always focused on caring for their communities. So, when they found out the Bismarck Cancer Center needed to expand their services with additional space and a new treatment machine, they knew they wanted to help. According to The Title Company’s south region Vice President, Erin Schmitz, the company appreciates the fact that the Cancer Center treats individuals from all over North Dakota.

“The Bismarck Cancer Center provides services to patients from Central and Western North Dakota, including the cities of Bismarck, Mandan, Dickinson, Minot, and the surrounding areas,” says Schmitz. “We have office locations in each of these areas. Our founder, Myron Atkinson, held to a strong belief in the importance of investing in the communities The Title Company serves. As a company, it is our priority to be a strong community partner and support projects that are impactful. The Bismarck Cancer Center’s Healing for Today, Building Hope for Tomorrow capital campaign resonated with our mission of meaningful, long-term community investments.”

The donation follows a significant fundraising effort for the Cancer Center’s capital campaign, to expand the square footage of the Bismarck Cancer Center and add a third treatment machine. Schmitz says this expansion will allow the Cancer Center to continue to provide world-class services to our neighbors and surrounding communities.

“Unfortunately, cancer is a disease that affects everyone, either through individual diagnosis or the diagnosis of family and friends,” says Schmitz. “The Bismarck Cancer Center is an invaluable resource for those battling this disease. As the demand for cancer treatment grows, they stepped up to the challenge of providing care for the increased number of patients. This project will have a lasting effect in saving lives, as well as provide the best possible services to more patients and their family members during difficult cancer care treatments.”

The capital campaign now has raised nearly $1.9 million so far from outside donations with hopes to raise another $2 million to help with the expansion.

Dvorak Motors Gives to the Bismarck Cancer Center’s Capital Campaign

The team at Dvorak Motors felt that donating to the Bismarck Cancer Center’s Healing for Today, Building Hope for Tomorrow Capital Campaign went hand-in-hand with their strong commitment to the community.

Dvorak Motors owner, Delayne Dvorak, says it’s nice to know there’s quality cancer care close to home. “Having the Bismarck Cancer Center in our community is so important. They are a state-of-the-art treatment facility right here in our very own backyard,” he says. “Having opportunities to grow and treat more patients with this expansion is wonderful news and great for the surrounding communities in which it will serve.”

The expansion will provide much-needed space through the construction of a second floor and renovation of the first floor. Dvorak says they are passionate about helping those with the disease because cancer has affected so many people in our community. “The Bismarck Cancer Center’s employees are truly amazing people that are full of hope and joy to all of those around them.  All of our friends and family that have walked through your doors have been blessed to have such a caring staff beside them.”

Bravera pledges $25,000 to the Future of Regional Cancer Care

Bravera’s main priority is helping their local communities and support local institutions. Supporting the Bismarck Cancer Center’s Center’s Healing for Today, Building Hope for Tomorrow Capital Campaign aligns perfectly with their commitment to the Bismarck community.

Bravera recently pledged $25,000 towards the Capital Campaign, and soon the Bravera name will be placed on two patient exam rooms when the expansion is complete. According to Regional Bank President Kevin Dykema, the money will go towards a much-needed cause in the Bismarck community. “We find it important to contribute to a great organization that has touched so many people in our communities and around the region,” he says. “Bismarck Cancer Center goes far beyond the medical treatments necessary for their patients, and the wrap-around services they provide are so important to those who are going through a challenging time in their lives. The treatment and care that the Bismarck Cancer Center employees provide is second to none as they go the extra mile to assist their patients through the difficult journey they are on.”

The Bismarck Cancer Center’s Capital Campaign has raised over $1.6 million from outside donations since November. The expansion will consist of a new HDR (High Dose Rate Brachytherapy) suite, new exam rooms, expanded massage therapy room, large conference room for education and support groups, a special procedure room, two family counseling rooms, and expanded patient registration space.

With cancer cases on the rise, Dykema feels now is the time to make much-needed improvements at the Cancer Center. “Unfortunately, all of us have been impacted by cancer either personally, through one of our family members, co-workers, or a friend,” he says. “It will continue to bring additional people to our communities and region who need care. This expansion and additional capacity to treat patients will help showcase the wonderful health care providers and facilities that we have in the Bismarck-Mandan area.”

First International Bank Pledges $50,000 to the Bismarck Cancer Center Capital Campaign

First International Bank & Trust has always focused on caring for their communities. When they heard the Bismarck Cancer Center wanted to expand their services with additional space and a new treatment machine, they knew they wanted to be a part of it.

The Bismarck Bank’s President, David Mason, said they appreciate the fact that the Bismarck Cancer Center puts their best foot forward to care for those fighting cancer. “We are thankful for Bismarck Cancer Center’s desire to expand services in our region and consider it a privilege to be a part of this campaign,” he said. “Thanks to the Bismarck Cancer Center, we see that forward-thinking and focus on being the best as a daily example on how they serve members in our community.

The donation follows a significant fundraising effort for the Healing for Today, Building Hope for Tomorrow Capital Campaign to expand the first floor and add a second floor to the Bismarck Cancer Center. According to Mason, First International feels that this expansion will allow Bismarck Cancer Center to continue to provide world-class services to our neighbors and communities. “At First International Bank and Trust, our vision is to have all customers feel like family. I am so appreciative to witness a team of folks working at Bismarck Cancer Center also demonstrate this vision to their patients,” said Mason. “The expansion and equipment are simply adding more tools for the great team at Bismarck Cancer Center to use to continue to care for patients like they are family.”

The capital campaign has raised nearly $1.7 million so far from outside donations. 

Dale Pahlke Donates $100,000 to the Bismarck Cancer Center Capital Campaign

Dale Pahlke, President of Dakota Community Bank and Trust (DCB&T), has helped raise thousands of dollars for the Bismarck Cancer Center Foundation over the years. He’s made donations, served as an auctioneer at special events, and participated in many of the Cancer Center’s events.  But, when Pahlke decided to personally donate $100,000 to the BCC’s Healing for Today, Building Hope for Tomorrow Capital Campaign, after DCB&T had already pledged $250,000 to the project, everyone at the Bismarck Cancer Center was truly overwhelmed!

“We are so grateful for Dale’s continued support of our efforts,” said Executive Director Amy Gross. “While Dale has so generously supported the Foundation and our wrap-around services over the years, his commitment to helping us increase access to cutting-edge technology is more important than ever!  His gift will ensure that residents in our region will have the best cancer care, close to home.”

The donation will help fund the $14 million project that started last fall with the construction of the second floor and renovation of the first floor. According to Pahlke, the expansion will allow the Bismarck Cancer Center to continue to provide the best cancer treatment possible in our area.

“We have both staff and customers who have had radiation treatments at Bismarck Cancer Center,” he says, “The renovation will provide the best radiation treatment available to our communities and will continue to draw patients from all over ND. People will come to Bismarck-Mandan for great care, a friendly community to do business in, as well as create more new jobs in our community.”  Pahlke’s name will proudly be placed on the new 2nd-floor waiting room once construction is finished.

Schaaf Donates $100,000 to the Bismarck Cancer Center Capital Campaign

In January 2021, long-time Dakota Community Bank employee, Cindy Schaaf, stepped forward with an enormous gift for the Bismarck Cancer Center’s Capital Campaign. The Cancer Center has identified the expansion as a much-needed space with a second floor construction and a new treatment machine as the next critical need for the region.

With the goal of raising an additional $2 million, a celebratory goal of $4 million, the philanthropic support that would be required to make the project happen was a stretch. But, with the support of individuals like Schaaf, that dream is becoming a reality. “It’s a way for me to help others who need help,” says Schaaf. “I know the Bismarck Cancer Center always has the patients in their best interest, and that makes me comfortable knowing the donation is being used for what’s important to the cancer community.”

Schaaf feels that cancer is an insidious disease that inflicts damage on individuals along with their families.  She knows that her financial support of $100,000 would make a difference not only to the Bismarck community but the region. “Having state-of-the-art equipment and extra space will help the Bismarck Cancer Center treat more patients, it will better the patients quality of life, and save more lives,” she says. “The Bismarck Cancer Center has helped so many people that may not have been able to receive help.  Anytime a community can have a facility like this, it helps everyone come together.” 

Schaaf’s name will be placed on the new REACH Counseling Room (Resources, Educate, Advocacy, Care, and Hope) when the renovation is complete.

Cottingham Insurance Pledges $30,000 to the Capital Campaign

Cottingham Insurance stepped forward with a $30,000 donation to the Capital Campaign and is sponsoring one of the patient changing rooms at the Bismarck Cancer Center.  The owners at Cottingham Insurance Agency, Jessica Cottingham-Hardy and Amanda Haseleu, are passionate about helping their community when in need.  Haseleu says, “We are committed to helping our friends and neighbors when we are able. Most people will be affected by cancer in their lifetime whether it be a personal diagnosis or that of a friend or relative.”

The Bismarck Cancer Center Foundation offers supportive services, free of charge, that are designed to wrap patients in support and understanding. Services such as patient housing, gas cards, nutrition counseling, spiritual therapy, survivorship counseling, and more help alleviate unnecessary stress and financial burdens at the Cancer Center and is a motivating factor in Cottingham’s support. “We feel that the Bismarck Cancer Center does a great job of supporting both patients and caregivers through the cancer journey,” says Haseleu. “They do the physical treatments needed of course, but also focus on the mental health aspect and other factors that could easily be overlooked.”

The Cottingham Insurance team also feels the larger facility and extra treatment machine will be beneficial for the Bismarck community and surrounding areas. “As more people are diagnosed with various forms of cancer, more support and treatment options are needed,” adds Haseleu. “More space and equipment means more individuals can be treated with shorter wait times and less stress as well.”

Farmers Union Insurance Supports the Bismarck Cancer Center with a $25,000 Donation

One of Farmers Union Insurance’s missions is building stronger communities. The company does this by donating thousands of dollars a year to various non-profits throughout North Dakota and the areas they serve.  By helping health care systems and area non-profits like the Bismarck Cancer Center, Farmers Union feels that they are accomplishing their goal.  According to Chief Sales, Marketing & Brand Officer, Kevin Ressler, the insurance company intends to strengthen communities through these donations. “Our mission at Farmers Union Insurance is to build robust health care systems and strong communities in rural America to support our goal.”

Farmers Union Insurance has a passion for the Bismarck Cancer Center’s mission to deliver the best cancer care in the region because cancer touches the lives of so many.  “One in three women and two in three men will deal with cancer at some point in their lifetime, which will require substantial travel, and the care for the illness can be financially devastating to many,” says Ressler. “Organizations like the Bismarck Cancer Center help reduce the burden during this time.”

The expansion will allow for additional services and capacity and provide much-needed space through the construction of a second floor and renovation of the first floor. Ressler feels that having a facility like the Bismarck Cancer Center in our area is a huge benefit. “Cancer is being handled more often as a chronic disease today, and people may require treatment more frequently,” he says. “Facilities like the Bismarck Cancer Center help reduce many of the burdens that come with cancer, which allows people to concentrate on their care.” 

Puklich Chevrolet Donates $100,000 to the Bismarck Cancer Center Capital Campaign

Puklich Chevrolet has raised thousands of dollars for the Bismarck Cancer Center Foundation over the years.  They recently went above and beyond once again and pledged $100,000 to the Bismarck Cancer Cancer Center’s Healing for Today, Building Hope for Tomorrow Campaign.  

General Manager, Elyse Puklich, says their business wanted to help with the Cancer Center’s expansion and feels it is a huge benefit for Bismarck and surrounding communities. “The Bismarck Cancer Center requires more space to help Bismarck and our local communities,” she says, “When faced with cancer, it’s nice to be at home when receiving your treatment surrounded by family and friends.”

Puklich Chevrolet also raised a whopping $40,000 this fall during their 6th annual Spook Out Cancer event where they donated $100 for each car they sold in October, held an online silent auction and trunk-or-treat. This money helps with wrap-around services such as patient housing, gas cards, massage therapy, spiritual counseling, dietary counseling, and more.  So, when they heard about the Bismarck Cancer Center’s Capital Campaign and the need for the expansion and new equipment, they knew they wanted to help.  Puklich feels that helping in the fight against cancer is an important legacy for their business to leave. “Everyone knows someone affected by cancer and it’s important to help people in our region,” Puklich says. “This keeps with our North Dakota values of helping people.”

The ‘Puklich Chevrolet’ name will be proudly placed on the High Dose Radiation (HDR) treatment room in the newly renovated Bismarck Cancer Center once the project is complete. 

BNC National Bank Donates $25,000 to Capital Campaign for ‘Best Cancer Care in the Business’

BNC National Bank is passionate about having ‘state-of-the-art’ cancer care in Bismarck and recently pledged $25,000 to the Bismarck Cancer Cancer Center’s ‘Healing for Today, Building Hope for Tomorrow Capital Campaign’. 

Senior Commercial Lender and Bismarck Cancer Center Foundation Board member, John Evanson, says BNC is happy to help with the project. “The BNC National Bank family is honored to make a financial contribution to aid in the Bismarck Cancer Center’s expansion.  The staff at the Bismarck Cancer Center is the best in the business and the facility and equipment upgrades will give them the additional resources needed to provide the best cancer care possible.”

The Bismarck Cancer Center is a joint collaboration of both Sanford Health and CHI St. Alexius Health for the betterment of the community and the people they serve.  BNC appreciates the fact that by coming together as the Bismarck Cancer Center, each hospital is committed to keep state-of-the-art technology and cutting-edge radiation oncology services locally available to individuals in need.  Evanson says, “The ownership comprised of the two local hospitals is a testament to both in their commitment to provide the most advanced radiation therapy and wrap-around services for the patients and survivors.”

The BNC National Bank name will adorn the new meeting room in the new Bismarck Cancer Center once the project is complete.

Dr. Cole and Carly Kreofsky give $25,000 to the Capital Campaign

Giving towards a mission’ brings home a different message. One of Bismarck Cancer Center’s Radiation Oncologists, Dr. Cole Kreofsky, and his wife, Carly, want to see the long-term rewards from investing locally in the Bismarck Cancer Center Capital Campaign and say the mission of the Cancer Center is the biggest reason.

The mission of the Bismarck Cancer Center is to make locally available the highest quality, state-of-the-art radiation therapy services to persons with cancer within the Bismarck service area. Such services shall be delivered, insofar as possible, without regard to reimbursement, and always in a supportive, compassionate, and caring manner, and will include needed wrap-around services to both patients and their families, educational services, prevention, and early detection initiatives, and survivorship programs.

“Our patients deserve the best place to receive their cancer care,” Dr. Kreofsky says, “And, an update to the Bismarck Cancer Center facility helps provide the latest in radiotherapy technology, a comfortable and clean environment, and support services that include health education, cancer support groups, access to a social worker, nutrition guidance, and massage therapy.”

The Kreofsky family recently pledged $25,000 to the Cancer Center’s Healing for Today, Building Hope for Tomorrow Capital Campaign and said they feel like the Bismarck Cancer Center is just like ‘family’ to them. This donation will help impact the cancer community for years to come, “The additional space and new treatment machines will provide the latest technology in radiotherapy,” says Dr. Kreofsky, “Allowing patients from North Dakota access to great cancer care without having to travel away from their homes and families.”

Basin Electric: Pledges $100,000 to the Bismarck Cancer Center Capital Campaign

When hearing about the Bismarck Cancer Center’s expansion and Capital Campaign, the Basin Electric Power Cooperative team knew they wanted to donate to the cause.  As a cooperative, Basin Electric’s core values have always consisted of a strong commitment to the community.  And, because of this commitment, Basin’s CEO, Paul Sukut, said they decided to give back financially to the Bismarck Cancer Center, “One way we live out our community commitment is by giving back,” he says, “When we saw how we could help the Bismarck Cancer Center, we knew we wanted to support them and all they do for the community.”

Basin knew their financial support of $100,000 would make a big difference not only to the Bismarck community but the region.  The expansion will provide much-needed space by constructing a second floor and renovation of the first floor.  Sukut says they are proud to be part of the Campaign, and it’s nice to know there’s state-of-the-art cancer care close to home, “Cancer has affected all of us in some way.  We appreciate the wrap-around care that Bismarck Cancer Center provides for individuals and families going through cancer treatments.  We all hope to never need the Bismarck Cancer Center, but it’s nice to know that if we do, we have top care right here in Bismarck.”  

The Basin Electric Power Cooperative name will be placed on the ‘Family Meeting Rooms’ after the renovation is complete.  

Dave and Angella Wald support the Capital Campaign with a $25,000 Donation

Donating to the Bismarck Cancer Center’s Capital Campaign was important to Bismarck Cancer Center Foundation Advisory Board member David Wald and wife, Angella, because battling cancer hits close to home. They have had multiple friends and family members who have fought cancer over the years, and some are still battling the disease. David says that the Bismarck Cancer Center has been a ray of light for them in their darkest days, “I remember how important not only the technology is, but also how important the people are that treat these patients,” he says, “We donated to the Capital Campaign because we want to help that light shine a little brighter for someone going through the fight of their life.”

Wald is a financial advisor for Securian Financial in Mandan, and he and Angella feel that having a state-of-the-art cancer facility this close to home is a huge benefit to the Bismarck community, “The Bismarck Cancer Center is important to me because I believe it is important to have such a facility located in central ND,” says Wald, “ If we can have a great treatment facility right here in our community, people have more access to treatments that otherwise would only be obtainable by traveling out of state to a treatment center.”  David and Angella’s name will adorn the new Bismarck Cancer Center’s massage room, which is one of the many wrap-around services covered by the Bismarck Cancer Center Foundation.

Western Coop Credit Union – Capital Campaign Donation

A big thank you to Western Coop Credit Union, whose nine locations are scattered throughout western North Dakota! They recently pledged $25,000 towards the Cancer Center’s Healing for Today, Building Hope for Tomorrow Capital Campaign. 

Western Coop’s marketing director, Holly Steier, is a member of the Capital Campaign committee. She says the need for cutting edge cancer care in western North Dakota is a big reason for Western Coop Credit Union’s ongoing support. “We have had a few of our WCCU family or their family members that have experienced the Bismarck Cancer Center’s compassionate and caring staff,” she says, “We know how important it is to keep the Cancer Center going in our region so patients and their families won’t have to travel so far. The new expansion will benefit not only the patients but also the staff by making it more comfortable, and the extra equipment will help more patients in the future.”

One of the brand new exam rooms will be named after Western Coop Credit Union once the expansion is complete.

Dakota Community Bank & Trust Supports Capital Campaign

Dakota Community Bank has been one of the Bismarck Cancer Center’s most prominent supporters over the years and 2020 has been no exception. They recently pledged $250,000 towards the Cancer Center’s Healing for Today, Building Hope for Tomorrow Capital Campaign. The Dakota Community Bank name will soon adorn the new conference room at the clinic once the expansion is complete.

According to bank president and Bismarck Cancer Centers Foundation Advisory Board member, Dale Pahlke, their donation will support a cause that is much needed in the Bismarck community. “This will help many people in our state and neighboring states as the Bismarck Cancer Center brings the finest radiation treatment to our area,” he says, “It has helped improve quality of life, length of life, and saved lives of citizens in Bismarck/Mandan and the surrounding area.”

The Bismarck Cancer Center started the Capital Campaign this fall and has raised nearly $1 million from outside donations. The Bismarck Cancer Center’s expansion will consist of new exam rooms, a special procedure room, an expanded massage therapy room, a large conference room for education and support groups, two family counseling rooms, a new HDR (High Dose Rate Brachytherapy) suite, and expanded patient registration space.

With cancer cases on the rise, Pahlke feels now is the time to make the Cancer Center bigger and better for years to come, “As the Bismarck Cancer Center gets busier with more cancer patients, the expansion will help the Bismarck Cancer Center provide high-quality radiation cancer treatment to more and more people who are suffering from cancer.”

Capital Campaign Donors

ABC Seamless
AGRI-Cover Inc
Alex Stockert
Allan & Shirley Klein
Allan Genetzky
Amanda Crawford
American Bank Center
Ameriprise Financial
Amiya Roy
Andrea Doerr-Greff
Andy & Karin Mongeon
Andy & Kristy Hager
Angie Svihovec
Anthony Rubia
Anton Johs
Apex Engineering Group, Inc.
Ardell Horob
Arden & Margaret Toso
Arlen & Gail Johnson
Arlene Cable
Arlene Faiman
Arlys Miller
Avis Becher
Barbara & Steve Andrist
Barry & Lolly Dutton
Basin Electric Power Co-op
Belle & Ed Krank
Ben & Yvonne Weishaar
Big Muddy CrossFit
Bill & Lisa Bauman
Bill & Marilyn Wilson
Billie Dixon
Bismarck Sign Company
BNC National Bank
BNI Energy
Bob & Deb Colton
Bob & Jill Wiese
Bob & Susan Wefald
Bonnie Sundby
Boyd & Chantel Southam
Brad & Kathleen Maier
Bradley & Judy Charnholm
Brady Martz & Associates
Brandon & Ellen Holt
Brandon & Melissa Klein
Brandon Wangler
Bremer Bank
Bren
Candice & Kevin Benz
Capital City Construction, Inc.
Carl & Beverly Sorensen
Carleen Porten
Carletta Decker
Carol Hattel
Carol Serr
Caroleene Jorgensen
Carolyn Wells
Cash
Charleen Buechler
Charles Bosch
Charles Rasmussen
Cheryl & George Huber
Chuck & Carol Iten
Cindy Schaaf
Claire & Elaine Olson
Clarence & Mae Hoffer
Cleone Jensen
Clinton & Pat Zimmerman
Cloverdale Foods Company
Cole & Carly Kreofsky
Corinne Gallagher
Cornerstone Bank
Cottingham Insurance
CW Structural Engineers Inc.
Dakota Community Bank & Trust
Dakota Eye Institute
Dakota Promotions & Printing
Dale & Shannon Ely
Dale & Virginia Monson
Dale Pahlke
Darleen Cairns
Darlene Dvorak
Darlene Hopfinger
Darrel & Sandra Heimbuck
Darrell & Donna Dihle
Dave & Emily Kilber
David & Angella Wald
David & Jeanne Wanner
David & Virginia Ceynar
David Nygaard
Deb & Joe Leingang
DeGree Construction
Del & Norleen Helm
Dennis & Anita Rohde
Dennis & Cecilia Colling
Dennis & Vonnie Johnson
Diane & Darrell Cuskelly
Dianne Herr
Dimuthu & Derek Jundt
Don Grinsteiner
Dona Enebo
Donald & Darlene Lutz
Donald & Shelly Wanek
Donna Carter
Doug & Amy Remboldt
Doug & Kay Schmidt
Doug & Patricia Moen
Douglas Emerson
Dr. & Mrs. Berglund Berglund
Dr. & Mrs. Tello
Dr. Reinhart & Mary Gahbauer
Dr. Shrikant & Karen Kubsad
Du Wayne & Violet Zachmeier
Duane Aman
Duey & Char Marthaller
Duey Johnson
Dvorak Motors Inc.
Dwane Getzlaff
E. Diane Laub
Eastgate Funeral Service, Inc
Eide Bailly
Elizabeth Brocker
Emma Melling
Eric & Andrea Kilzer
Eunadelle Nardello
Farmers Union Insurance
Fay Connell
FEBCO Inc. – Quality Inn, Comfort Inn, & MainStay Suites
First International Bank & Trust
Fisher Industries
Florence Frueh
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Give 5 To Cancer
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Hegle
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McQuade Distributing Co
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Mechanics Plus
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Midco Foundation
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