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Support the SMASH Charities

Please select from the list of approved charities below. If you would like to nominate a new organization, please contact Honey Ribar at h.ribar@henricksen.com for consideration. All submissions are subject to review and approval by Henricksen.

Alzheimer’s Association of MN
Alzheimer’s Association of MN

The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.

American Cancer Society
American Cancer Society

The American Cancer Society Hope Lodge in Minneapolis offers 42 free guest rooms near treatment centers, helping cancer patients and families reduce travel and housing burdens. Beyond lodging, Hope Lodge provides programs and resources that support patients’ physical, emotional, and mental well-being.

Children’s Minnesota Foundation
Children’s Minnesota Foundation

Children’s Minnesota is a nonprofit health system, and one of the largest pediatric systems in the country, with two hospitals, nine primary care clinics, seven rehabilitation and nine specialty care sites. Your gift means that a child — and their family — will always receive an exceptional level of care, support and resources, all thanks to your generosity.

Habitat for Humanity of Minnesota
Habitat for Humanity of Minnesota

Together, we can bring people together to build homes, community, and hope across Minnesota.
By joining our community of donors, you help Habitat expand access to affordable homeownership opportunities statewide!

Hennepin Healthcare Foundation
Hennepin Healthcare Foundation

Hennepin Healthcare Foundation connects the generosity of the community to the mission of Hennepin Healthcare. Through philanthropy, the Foundation helps advance community health innovation, exceptional care without exception, medical education, and trauma care for all, strengthening one of Minnesota’s most vital healthcare safety nets.

MN The Animal Humane Society
MN The Animal Humane Society

As one of the nation's leading animal welfare organizations, AHS is transforming the way shelters care for animals and engage their communities. From innovative medical and behavior programs to investments in outreach and advocacy, we’re advancing animal welfare and creating a more humane world for animals everywhere.

Ronald McDonald House
Ronald McDonald House

Ronald McDonald House Charities, Upper Midwest keeps families close to one another and to the care and resources they need when a child is seriously ill or injured. Through overnight rooms, Family Rooms inside hospitals, meals, support services, and spaces to rest and recharge, they provide comfort and a home-away-from-home during difficult times.

Second Harvest Heartland
Second Harvest Heartland

Second Harvest Heartland partners with 1,000+ programs in MN and western WI to provide over 145 million meals and connect families to food assistance and prepared meals. As a Feeding America member, we access nationwide surplus food, donations, and campaign support to fight hunger.

Special Olympics Minnesota
Special Olympics Minnesota

Special Olympics Minnesota creates a new world of inclusion and acceptance for people with intellectual disabilities. Through year-round sports training and athletic competitions, inclusive healthcare programs, leadership and advocacy training, and school-based initiatives, the organization empowers individuals to build confidence, develop skills, and form lasting relationships.

The Trevor Project
The Trevor Project

The Trevor Project is here 24/7 to support LGBTQ+ young people with crisis counseling, community, and hope. Through advocacy, education, and research, they work to create a world where every young person feels safe and accepted.

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MN SMASH 2026

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