Making a Difference
Our Impact in Action.
DCB in the news.
- 2026 -
Supporting the Dream Center in their mission to feed those in need 365 days a year.
Dream Center Bismarck announces summer feeding program for kids.
Dream Center Bismarck launches free summer meals for kids.
Letter: Bismarck Dream Center is promoting ecumenism.
Consumer confidence is low in the US, AP reports.
ND Today: Dream Center Fundraiser.
Weekly Kids Jam program provides lunch and recreation at Wachter Park.
Supporting the Dream Center in their mission to feed.
‘Paths to Dignity’ concerto connects music with homeless advocacy.
- 2025 -
Dream Center grieves loss of beloved chef.
J and R Vacuum and Sewing closing; owner to focus on philanthropy.
Free holiday meals offered to Bismarck and Dickinson communities.
Growing a better tomorrow: ND DOCR prison gardening program supports food banks.
Local innovators and groups honored for impact and creativity.
Free haircuts, housing help offered in Bismarck.
Bismarck store closing its doors after 50 years.
Project Service Connect event Sept. 17 helps people in need.
Sam McQuade softball tournament raises $181,000 for nearly 80 charities.
Local groups hand out water in extreme heat.
A good cause cookout with the Hair Academy.
Free carnival fun for the whole family.
Dreams in Black & White Gala benefits Dream Center & the Banquet.
- September 2024 -
ND Today: DCB’s Million Meal March
DCB’s Million Meal March
KX News Reporting
Bismarck Grocery Stores Donate
KX News Reporting
“The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) estimates that between 30% and 40% of the food supply ends up in the trash. Instead of throwing out food they can no longer sell, several Bismarck grocery stores are donating it to the Adopt-a-Block Grocery Distribution Program — which gives that food to people in the community who are having a tough time financially…”
Local Organization Assists Homeless Population
KX News Reporting
- July 2024 -
KX Gives Back: DCB
KX News Reporting
“What started as a dream, is now serving as a safety net and hope for all. In this month’s KX Gives Back, we give back to those who give so much to the community and head to the Dream Center.…”
- January 2024 -
DCB Releases 2023 Statistical Data
KFYR-TV News Reporting
- ARCHIVES -
DCB Awarded Agency of the Year 2023
KX News Reporting
“The Great Plains Food Bank has awarded Dream Center Bismarck its highest honor, the 2023 Agency of the Year – Spirit of Service Award for the nonprofit’s efforts to relieve hunger for people struggling to make ends meet…”
DCB Awarded Humanitarian of the Year 2023
KFYR-TV News Reporting
“Ministry on the Margins and the Dream Center in Bismarck both help supply essential needs for people. From food to services, they both run on the support of volunteers and donations. The City of Bismarck honored Sister Kathleen Atkinson and the Dream Center with the Humanitarian of the Year Award.…”
DCB Awarded Hunger Relief Champion
KX News Reporting
“Dream Center Bismarck officially opened its doors, but for years — well before the center opened — Founder Jim Barnhardt was helping feed people in the community…”
Dream Center Bismarck Opens 2022
Prairie Public Reporting
“The doors to the Dream Center in Bismarck will officially open to the community Sunday, April 24. Dream Center is a meal and service ministry that provides the programs and resources to help individuals in need. Several organizations will be housed in the Dream Center, such as the Adopt-a-Block Food Distribution Program, which delivers food to neighborhoods in need, and the Banquet which serves free meals seven days a week. Doreen Quist is Administrative Director of the Dream Center.…”