Give Back
About Twin Ports Dermatology’s “Give Back” Campaign
When Duluth native Anthony Smith and his wife Heather began the process of opening Twin Ports Dermatology in 2015, they had two main goals. The first was to provide the Northland with quality, accessible Dermatology care. The second was to find a way to give back to the community they call home.
Twin Ports Dermatology is excited to announce our “Give Back” campaign. The “Give Back” campaign will allow Twin Ports Dermatology to support the community that supports us. Starting November 2021, a monthly donation will be given to a local or MN/WI-based organization.
Heather and Anthony have incorporated their team of employees to join them in this campaign by helping select charities and organizations near and dear to their hearts to donate to.
“We are elated to be able to give back to our wonderful community and state that has supported us through the years”. ~ Heather and Anthony Smith
How Does the Giveback Program Work?
Each month a new charity or organization from the Northland or MN/WI to receive a donation from Twin Ports Dermatology. Charities are selected by our team. Each month, a different team member is selected to choose who they wish to donate to. It’s important to get our staff involved because they contribute so much to our success.
How to Request a Donation?
Beyond our “Give Back” campaign, we also accept donation requests. We enjoy sponsoring local events with raffle prizes. If you have an upcoming benefit or fundraiser, please email mwernimont@twinportsderm.com. Donation requests should be received at least one (1) month prior to the event.
Twin Port’s Give Back Charity Affiliates
Town Line Equestrian School
The Duluth Public Library
The Arc Northland
Heroes Helping Heroes
Strong Compass
Project Joy
Trans Northland
Sun Safety Education
Sun Safety Education is so important! This May, our Twin Ports Dermatology team (Kayla Olds, Jenna Meyer, and Michelle Savage) volunteered to teach children across the Northland how to protect their skin from the sun.
Thank you to Assumption Catholic School, Hartley Nature Center, and Hermantown/Proctor Early Learning for giving us the opportunity to give back! We enjoyed it so much and think the kiddos did too!
Down Syndrome Diagnosis Network (DSDN)
For TPD’s Give Back Campaign this month, I chose the Down Syndrome Diagnosis Network (DSDN).
DSDN is the largest national organization supporting new and expectant parents with a Down syndrome diagnosis. Their mission is to connect, support and provide accurate information and education to parents and medical professionals.
Organizations like DSDN provide support to families in various ways like pregnancy care packages, access to resources in raising a child with Down syndrome, scholarships and adoption grants. DSDN provides opportunities for families to connect through different events. They also work with OB/GYNs and medical providers on how to deliver unexpected diagnoses by providing resources that are supportive and educational.
I chose this organization because I have a niece who has Down syndrome. A similar organization to DSDN has been huge in offering support to my brother and his family ever since they received Emily’s diagnosis prior to being born. Every September, our family walks with Emily at a “fun” raising walk to support and raise awareness.
Emily is almost 11 years old and doing amazing! She is so kind, silly and loving. She loves all kinds of sports and plays basketball, tennis, golf, swimming and hockey. She is her older brother’s (and his team) biggest fan when it comes hockey and has even been nicknamed “Emily (Herb) Brooks”. Emily is Rockin’ that extra chromosome and I am a proud Rockin’ auntie!
Mentor North – Duluth
Hope Chest for Breast Cancer Foundation
Animal Allies
“I have had a dog my whole life. My parents always had dogs when I was growing up, and I have had a dog most of my adult life as well. I chose animal allies because I wish ALL animals had a loving home. They love you unconditionally, and they deserve the same. It breaks my heart and makes me angry to see neglected and abandoned animals. Thank you, Twin Ports Dermatology, for donating to this cause on my behalf.”
-Laurie Patnode-Childs
Life House and Duluth
This month, Dr. Samuelson chose Life House Duluth for our Give Back Campaign because he would like all kids to be able to fulfill their potential no matter where they come from.
Keys Charity Fund Annual Golf Classic
Last Year’s Donations & Involvement
Angel Fund – Nonprofit providing financial assistance to MN residents facing cancer for expenses not covered by medical insurance
Big Top Chautauqua – Supporting local artists 2023
Blackwoods ALS Blizzard Tour “Never Surrender” AND ALS Walleye Fishing Tournament supporting ALS Funding the Fight Against ALS
Chisholm Community Foundation – Community Foundation
Duluth Chamber of Commerce – Duluth Area Chamber Foundation
Denfeld School
Boys Hockey
High School Graduation Party – Support Safe, Fun Graduation Celebration
High School Theater Department
High School Robotics
Musical Department, Chicago
Duluth East School
Hockey Program – Supporting hockey program to defer costs to families
High School Theater Department
Duluth Figure Skating – Duluth Figure Skating Ice Show sponsorship
Duluth Girls Fast Pitch- Sponsorship Fast Pitch Season
Duluth Library Foundation
Duluth Playhouse
Duluth Scottish Heritage Association
Duluth Wolfpack LaCrosse
Dunk’n Joy Fundraiser – Local Childhood Hunger
Enger Park Golf Course
Eshquaguma Country Club
Festival of Trees
First Witness – First Witness Child Advocacy Center
Grand Rapids Thunderhawks – Cure for Cancer Fundraiser
Grandmas Marathon
Great Lakes Aquarium
Head of the Lakes United Way – Support improvement to health, education, and financial stability in the local community
Hibbing Chamber of Commerce
Homecroft PTA
Ideal Athletics – Cheer Competition Fundraiser
Longview Tennis Sponsorship
Many Rivers Montessori
Matt Oven Benefit – Family Benefit
Melanie Richards Kirkes Fundraiser – Cancer BenefitMiller Dwan Foundation – ARTcetera Gala (essential healthcare services to the local community)
MOCA Light Duluth Teal Gala – Ovarian Cancer Gala
Montessori School – Annual School Fundraiser for Building Repairs
New Hope LOVE Gala – Supports Foster Children & Families
Northern Lights Foundation – Local Children’s Charity (facing life-threatening illnesses)
Northern Stars Hockey
Northland Human Resources – Nonprofit supporting MHRA and SHRM
Pancreatic Cancer Fundraiser
Proctor All Night Graduation Party – Support Fun, Safe Environment to Celebrate
Project Joy – Raising money to end hunger in the Northland
Rally For The Cure Tournament – St. Luke’s Breast Cancer Foundation
Ridgeview Country Club
Ridgeview Gold
Ridgeview Ladies Arrowhead
Safe Haven – Winter clothing and hygiene donations
SHS Spartans St Lukes Breast Cancer Fundraiser
Silver Bay Schools
Star of the North – North Maternity Home – Supporting a safe home with food, shelter, and clothing for moms and children
Superior Hockey
Tiffany Bodin Benefit – Family benefit
Twig Hockey – Supporting ice mites, mites, and squirt levels
Twin Port Rampage Softball League
United Way of NE MN – Feed Local Children and Buddy Backpacks
United Way of NE MN – Literacy Program
Woodland Hockey
YMCA
Take the First Step - Request A Consultation
If you would like to schedule an in-person consultation, please fill out the form on this page and one of our knowledgeable medical staff members at Twin Ports Dermatology will reach out to you promptly. You can also call our Duluth, MN office directly to schedule: 218-302-1000.
Twin Ports Dermatology serves the greater Duluth area. We’re the only locally owned private dermatology clinic & medspa in the area.
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