The annual Lights of Love event at Mahnomen Health is a cherished celebration that brings residents, staff, and the community together each holiday season. This heartwarming tradition allows everyone to honor and remember loved ones while sharing the spirit of the season.
Lights of Love is a meaningful fundraiser for our community. For a $5 donation, individuals and organizations can honor and remember a loved one by purchasing a light that will be placed on our tree for the tree lighting ceremony. All donations directly support the Mahnomen Health Care Center Activity Department, helping to bring joy and meaningful moments to our residents during the holidays.
Event Details
Join us on December 3 at 6 PM for an evening filled with holiday spirit and community connection. The event begins with Christmas carols to bring cheer and joy to the evening. The highlight of the night is the tree lighting ceremony, where lights are illuminated in honor of loved ones. Father will bless the tree, followed by a collective prayer, creating a moment of peace and gratitude. The names of those remembered will be read aloud, offering a touching tribute to those we cherish. Afterward, enjoy refreshments and cookies while sharing conversations and connections with friends, family, and neighbors.
An Honored Tradition
For more than 25 years, Lights of Love has symbolized hope, unity, and remembrance in Mahnomen. Originally organized by the auxiliary, this beautiful event is now hosted by the Mahnomen Health Care Center.
Though the event has evolved, including the move to an indoor setting and an artificial tree, its heart and meaning remain the same. We welcome everyone — whether you live in Mahnomen or are visiting from elsewhere. We encourage you to join us and share in this tradition of joy and togetherness.
It is a highlight of the year for not only community members but for staff who have loved our residents like family. A time of reflection, remembrance, shared love and laughter, as well as tears and memories. 100% of the donations are used for the residents’ activities and restorative health care. It is comforting to know that the donation I’ve given in memory of my family will provide joy and continued activity services which are so necessary for the health of our elders.
Monica W.
Making Your Donation
A donation to Lights of Love is $5 and can be paid in person to our Activity Director or registration staff. Alternatively, you can make a donation through our online payment portal using “Lights of Love” in the invoice line.