About Us
“Dedicated to addressing food insecurities, building communities and providing delicious food to nurture body, heart, and soul.”
Who we are
Fostering Community Through Shared Meals
At Heart-n-Soul Community Café, we build community through shared meals with a “pay what you can” model, ensuring everyone in Fargo-Moorhead can dine with dignity. As a non-profit, we serve fresh, locally-grown food and offer creative payment solutions for all, fostering generosity and belonging.
Meet our Dedicated Team
Our dedicated team at Heart-n-Soul Community Cafe is passionate about serving the community and fostering connections through shared meals.
Leola Daul
Executive Director
Joe Swegarden
Kitchen Manager
Reuben Palmer
Founder
Danielle George
Co-Founder
Jamie Lawson
Editor
Georgia Ross
Editor
Our Board of Directors
We are grateful to our board members who, with their experience and dedication, guide Heart-n-Soul Community Cafe’s mission and vision. Thank you!
Leola Daul
Founder & Executive Director
Casey Steele | President
Square One Kitchens Founder & Managing Director
Kristen Liebl | VP
Registered Dietitian
Sarah Flores | Secretary
Border States
Erik Sell | Treasurer
Widmer Roel PC
Skip Espeseth
Happily Retired
Heidi King
Minnesota State University Moorhead
Alexandra Row
Microsoft
our sponsors
Celebrating our Valued Community Partners
Message from our Executive director
"I am so grateful."
Our growth and continued success are thanks to our dedicated volunteers who advocate for our mission and prepare and serve meals. We also extend our gratitude to generous donors and guests who contribute through pay-it-
forward initiatives.
Thank you for supporting our mission: “Committed to addressing food insecurity, building community, and serving delicious food to nourish the body, heart, and soul.”
