Making a Difference
We are appreciative of the support of the 16th EVER Don Drolson Memorial Golf Event! Ninety-two golfers made it our second largest event and raising nearly $20,000 made it our most successful fundraising event ever!
Your support has touched the lives of so many people. We have seen the connections kids have made through Marching Band, Service Clubs, and the Disc Golf Team that uses the course you helped to build.
Supporting students as they work to finish college and attain their degree will impact their lives for years to come.
Showing people in need that they are cared about through providing groceries during the holidays has brought tears to the eyes of many people. We thank you for making these things possible.
DFF gives
Scholarships
Almost $95,000 in scholarship money has been given to students since 2012. Students are eligible for up to four years of undergraduate education and are chosen based on their leadership and service to the community.
2026 recipients are Kathleen, Ally, Alexa, and Ana.
Shop with a Cop
Children are referred by school staff to go shopping with an FLPD officer for Christmas gifts for their family members. DFF provided groceries to each of the ten families so they could make a wonderful holiday meal.
Youth Service Club
In the spring of 2018, Community Education began a youth service club at Forest Lake Area High School. Participants learn leadership skills, perform community service and have the opportunity to achieve a varsity letter in volunteerism. DFF provides financial support so the opportunity can be free to participants.
Youth Athletics
Forest Lake area youth athletes and boosters work hard to raise money to support their teams. DFF purchases program ads and provides donations for fundraising efforts.
Community
Forest Lake Rotary Plunge helps community organizations raise money for their own causes while raising money to support the charitable work of the Forest Lake Rotary. DFF sponsors this community event as well as the Forest Lake Turkey Trot.
Middle school service club
The MSSC was started in fall of 2025 as a way for Forest Lake Area Middle School students to participate in community service, connect with each other, and make a difference in their world. DFF provides t-shirts and funding for service projects.