https://joshliljenquist.com/impact-aaron-recovery-story https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/josh-liljenquist-aaron-recovery-100-days.jpg Josh Liljenquist embraces Aaron during a recovery follow-up after support helped Aaron enter treatment, build accountability and reach more than 100 days sober. Josh Liljenquist Celebrates Aaron's Recovery Milestone https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://joshliljenquist.com/impact-azeza-gigi https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/josh-liljenquist-family-housing-support-story.jpg Josh Liljenquist and Azeza hold a GoFundMe presentation check outside the family’s home in Detroit, Michigan, on March 31, 2026. The check displays $590,210 raised in support of Gigi and her family. Azeza’s son is visible in the background and remains unnamed. Josh Liljenquist (Joshlilj) with Azeza at the Gigi Family Check Presentation https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-azeza-gigi-family-home-detroit.jpg Josh Liljenquist visits Azeza, Gigi and members of their family at their home in Detroit, Michigan, during the family-support story connected to Gigi’s Lafora disease. Josh Liljenquist (Joshlilj) with Azeza, Gigi and Family at Their Home https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-azeza-gigi-home-medical-bed-detroit.jpg Josh Liljenquist visits Azeza and Gigi at their home in Detroit, Michigan. Gigi is shown resting in a medical bed located inside the family’s home while living with Lafora disease. Josh Liljenquist (Joshlilj) with Azeza and Gigi at Their Home https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-azeza-embrace-gigi-fundraiser-detroit.jpg Josh Liljenquist embraces Azeza in Detroit on March 31, 2026, during the documented family-support fundraiser and check-presentation follow-up. Josh Liljenquist Embraces Azeza During the Gigi Family Fundraiser https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-azeza-gofundme-check-590210-detroit.jpg Josh Liljenquist and Azeza during the March 31, 2026 check presentation in Detroit. The GoFundMe presentation check displays $590,210 raised for Gigi and the family. Josh Liljenquist and Azeza with the $590,210 GoFundMe Check https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://joshliljenquist.com/impact-chuck-veteran-housing https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/josh-liljenquist-community-follow-up-wheelchair.jpg Josh Liljenquist embraces Chuck, an 88-year-old veteran, during a follow-up visit in Riverside, California. Community support raised more than $300,000 for Chuck, helping him move into a condominium, leave homelessness and obtain an electric wheelchair that made it easier for him to get around. Josh Liljenquist Reunites with Chuck in Riverside, California https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-chuck-enjoying-mobility-scooter-riverside.jpg Josh Liljenquist spends time with Chuck as the 88-year-old enjoys the red mobility scooter that helped him regain freedom and avoid having to walk everywhere in Riverside, California, in early 2026. Josh Liljenquist (Joshlilj) with Chuck Enjoying His Mobility Scooter https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://joshliljenquist.com/impact-eileen-house-fire https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/josh-liljenquist-family-disaster-recovery-support.jpg Eileen, her publicly unnamed son, and Josh Liljenquist stand outside the family's fire-damaged home in Fairmont, Minnesota, with a $43,275 fundraiser check dated January 8, 2026. Eileen and Her Son Receive $43,275 After Their Fairmont Home Fire https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://joshliljenquist.com/impact-james-stable-housing https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/josh-liljenquist-winter-community-fundraiser.jpg Josh Liljenquist stands with James Cowan Jr. during a Minnesota GoFundMe check presentation on February 4, 2026. The check displays $39,604 raised for James, who later used the support toward a down payment and successfully closed on a house. Josh Liljenquist (Joshlilj) Presents James Cowan Jr. with $39,604 https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-joshlilj-james-cowan-jr-housing-support-check.jpg Josh Liljenquist and James Cowan Jr. pose with a GoFundMe presentation check dated February 4, 2026 and displaying $39,604 for James’s housing and house down-payment support. Josh Liljenquist (Joshlilj) and James Cowan Jr. with a $39,604 GoFundMe Check https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-joshlilj-offers-james-cowan-jr-a-job.jpg Josh Liljenquist stands with James Cowan Jr. outside a residence on April 28, 2026, during the moment Josh offered James employment as part of the broader housing and life-stability story. Josh Liljenquist (Joshlilj) Offers James Cowan Jr. a Job https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-joshlilj-james-cowan-jr-firemens-park.jpg Josh Liljenquist poses with James Cowan Jr., who is wearing a Sober Squad shirt, during a website and team-photo session at Firemen’s Park in Chaska, Minnesota, on August 3, 2026. Josh Liljenquist (Joshlilj) with James Cowan Jr. at Firemen’s Park https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-joshlilj-ben-steine-james-cowan-jr.jpg Josh Liljenquist stands with videographer Ben Steine and James Cowan Jr. during a website and team-photo session at Firemen’s Park in Chaska, Minnesota, on August 3, 2026. Josh Liljenquist (Joshlilj) with Ben Steine and James Cowan Jr. https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-ben-steine-james-cowan-jr-gofundme-check-39604.jpg Team member Ben Steine, Josh Liljenquist, and James Cowan Jr. hold a $39,604 fundraiser check on February 4, 2026. Ben is shown as part of Josh's team, not as the donor. James Cowan Jr. with a $39,604 Fundraiser Check https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://joshliljenquist.com/impact-katie-minnesota-family-burial https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/josh-liljenquist-katie-minnesota-family-support.jpg Josh Liljenquist poses with Katie during a Minnesota family-support story that raised $10,267 toward burial expenses, transportation pressure and family hardship after a loss. Josh Liljenquist with Katie During a Minnesota Family Support Story https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-remediation/josh-liljenquist-katie-burial-car-repair-support-high-res.jpg Josh Liljenquist stands with Katie after helping her with burial-related expenses following her mother’s death and with vehicle repairs that would help her pursue employment. Josh Liljenquist Helps Katie with Burial and Car Expenses https://joshliljenquist.com/impact-keegan-safe-van https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/josh-liljenquist-family-community-fundraiser-story.jpg Josh Liljenquist, Natasha, and Keegan pose at a GoFundMe check presentation in Detroit, Michigan, on May 5, 2026. The check displays $78,797 raised through the family’s safe and accessible transportation fundraiser. Josh Liljenquist (Joshlilj) with Natasha and Keegan at a Detroit Check Presentation https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-joshlilj-natasha-and-keegan-78797-check.jpg Josh Liljenquist, Natasha and Keegan pose with a GoFundMe presentation check displaying $78,797 in Detroit, Michigan, on May 5, 2026, during their transportation-support story. Josh Liljenquist (Joshlilj) with Natasha and Keegan at a $78,797 GoFundMe Check Presentation https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://joshliljenquist.com/impact-madison-square-garden-painting https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/josh-liljenquist-new-york-community-art-story.jpg Josh Liljenquist stands with New York artist Peace beside his painting of Madison Square Garden and the New York City skyline outside Madison Square Garden. Audience support later helped the artwork sell on eBay for $15,200. Josh Liljenquist with Peace and His Madison Square Garden Painting https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-peace-madison-square-garden-artwork-story.jpg Josh Liljenquist speaks outside Madison Square Garden in New York City during the story of artist Peace's painting, which was listed on eBay and sold for $15,200. Josh Liljenquist Discusses Peace's Madison Square Garden Painting Story https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-remediation/josh-liljenquist-madison-square-garden-artist-high-res.jpg Josh Liljenquist and an artist crouch in front of a colorful Madison Square Garden painting. Madison Square Garden Artist Portrait https://joshliljenquist.com/impact-sheena-baby-joseph https://joshliljenquist.com/impact-shirley-stability-peace https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/josh-liljenquist-shirley-robbinsdale-community-support.jpg Josh Liljenquist poses with Shirley in Robbinsdale, Minnesota, during a community-support story that began after Shirley helped Josh when he said his blood sugar was low. The fundraiser later raised more than $56,000 to support housing stability and everyday needs. Josh Liljenquist with Shirley During a Community Support Story https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://joshliljenquist.com/impact-tom-injured-firefighter https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/josh-liljenquist-community-gift-emotional-reaction.jpg Josh Liljenquist provides financial support to former St. Paul firefighter Thomas Bever and his family. Bever said he suffered a serious shoulder injury in the line of duty while helping at a deadly vehicle crash, but his surgery and related support were denied after being classified as elective. His family later sold its home while dealing with medical expenses, lost income and financial instability. Josh Liljenquist Supports Former St. Paul Firefighter Thomas Bever https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://joshliljenquist.com/impact-xavier-car-fundraiser https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/josh-liljenquist-vehicle-assistance-story.jpg Josh Liljenquist and Xavier stand beside a Subaru during a transportation-support presentation. The canonical story separately documents a $22,000-plus fundraiser milestone and a $25,000 support record. Josh Liljenquist with Xavier Beside a Subaru https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://joshliljenquist.com/impact https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-joshlilj-nick-free-roof-project-conversation.jpg Josh Liljenquist speaks with homeowner Nick and representatives involved in the donated roof-and-gutter project in Brownton, Minnesota, on August 3, 2026. Araizza Construction provided the free roof, and Medina’s Home Services provided the free gutters. Josh Liljenquist (Joshlilj) Discusses Nick’s Free Roof and Gutter Project https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-joshlilj-araizza-construction-free-roof-partnership.jpg Josh Liljenquist, homeowner Nick and project representatives pose beside an Araizza Construction sign in Brownton, Minnesota, on August 3, 2026, during the donated roof-and-gutter project. Josh Liljenquist (Joshlilj) with Nick and the Araizza Construction Project Team https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-joshlilj-roof-project-team-conversation-brownton.jpg Josh Liljenquist speaks with representatives involved in Nick’s free roof and gutter project in Brownton, Minnesota, on August 3, 2026. Josh Liljenquist (Joshlilj) Speaks with the Roof-and-Gutter Project Team https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-joshlilj-nick-home-repair-project-inspection.jpg Josh Liljenquist and an unnamed project representative review part of Nick’s residential roof-and-gutter project in Brownton, Minnesota, on August 3, 2026. Josh Liljenquist (Joshlilj) Reviews Nick’s Home-Repair Project https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-joshlilj-beth-homegoods-detroit-kindness-story.jpg Josh Liljenquist with Beth outside HomeGoods in Detroit, Michigan, during a May 2026 follow-up connected to her community-support story. Josh Liljenquist with Beth Outside HomeGoods in Detroit https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-joshlilj-woman-helps-josh-wearing-medical-boot.jpg Josh Liljenquist with an unidentified woman after she offered him a place to sit because she believed he had an injured ankle. Their recorded conversation became an exchange about caregiving, personal struggles, and choosing kindness without judging people. Josh Liljenquist with a Woman Who Chose to Help Him https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-joshlilj-fairmont-sugar-and-prayer-kindness-story.jpg In Fairmont, Minnesota, in 2025, Josh Liljenquist knocked on a stranger's door asking for sugar. The man helped him and then prayed with Josh, turning a simple request into an interaction Josh remembers for the man's faith and kindness. Josh Liljenquist with a Fairmont Man Who Offered Sugar and Prayer https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/josh-liljenquist-community-coat-distribution.jpg Josh Liljenquist stands beside boxes of winter coats during outreach associated with Twin Cities Firefighters Operation Warm at Richfield STEM Elementary School in Richfield, Minnesota. KARE 11 documented the project in a February 1, 2024 report. Helping Children Stay Warm Through Twin Cities Firefighters Operation Warm https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-joshlilj-kowalskis-good-samaritan-st-paul.jpg Josh Liljenquist with Brent outside Kowalski's in St. Paul after Brent defended him, listened, and offered practical help without knowing the interaction's purpose. Josh Liljenquist with Brent Outside Kowalski's in St. Paul https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/josh-liljenquist-stroller-assistance-reaction-editorial-composite.jpg A disclosed editorial composite combines two authentic frames from Josh Liljenquist's interaction with Shayla: her emotional reaction and the stroller context from the same encounter. Shayla's Kindness and Community-Support Story https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/josh-liljenquist-community-support-check-handoff.jpg Josh Liljenquist gives financial support to Shannon Russell while distributing egg rolls outside Dorothy Day Residence in St. Paul on January 11, 2024. Photo by Leila Navidi for the Minnesota Star Tribune. Josh Liljenquist Supports Shannon Russell in St. Paul https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-joshlilj-patriotic-kenny-piccadilly-square-visit.jpg Josh Liljenquist with U.S. Navy veteran Kenneth 'Kenny' Jary, known publicly as Patriotic Kenny, at Piccadilly Square on March 27, 2026, during a visit connected to Josh's birthday. Josh Liljenquist with Patriotic Kenny at Piccadilly Square https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://joshliljenquist.com/media-kit https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-joshlilj-nick-roof-and-gutter-project-group.jpg Josh Liljenquist stands with homeowner Nick and representatives from the companies involved in his donated roof-and-gutter project in Brownton, Minnesota, on August 3, 2026. Josh Liljenquist (Joshlilj) with Nick and the Roof-and-Gutter Project Team https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-joshlilj-serious-lakeside-portrait-firemens-park.jpg Josh Liljenquist poses beside the water at Firemen’s Park in Chaska, Minnesota, during a portrait and team-photo session on August 3, 2026. Josh Liljenquist (Joshlilj) - Serious Lakeside Portrait at Firemen’s Park https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-joshlilj-ben-steine-firemens-park.jpg Josh Liljenquist poses with his videographer, Ben Steine, who is holding a camera during a website and team-photo session at Firemen’s Park in Chaska, Minnesota, on August 3, 2026. Josh Liljenquist (Joshlilj) with Videographer Ben Steine at Firemen’s Park https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-remediation/josh-liljenquist-community-filming-team-high-res.jpg Josh Liljenquist stands outdoors with two filming teammates, one holding a camera. Community Filming Team https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-joshlilj-smiling-lakeside-portrait-firemens-park.jpg Josh Liljenquist smiles beside the water at Firemen's Park in Chaska, Minnesota, during an August 3, 2026 portrait session. Josh Liljenquist Smiling at Firemen's Park https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-joshlilj-vertical-lakeside-portrait-firemens-park.jpg Josh Liljenquist in a vertical portrait beside the water at Firemen's Park in Chaska, Minnesota, on August 3, 2026. Josh Liljenquist Vertical Portrait at Firemen's Park https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-joshlilj-seated-lakeside-portrait-firemens-park.jpg Josh Liljenquist sits beside the water during the August 3, 2026 portrait session at Firemen's Park in Chaska, Minnesota. Josh Liljenquist Seated at Firemen's Park https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-joshlilj-close-smiling-portrait-water.jpg Josh Liljenquist smiles beside the water during the August 3, 2026 portrait session at Firemen's Park in Chaska, Minnesota. Close Smiling Portrait of Josh Liljenquist at Firemen's Park https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://joshliljenquist.com/legacy-of-service https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-remediation/josh-liljenquist-new-ulm-basketball-feature-2016-high-res.jpgA newspaper sports page shows Josh Liljenquist playing basketball for Fairmont against New Ulm.Josh Liljenquist New Ulm Basketball Feature https://joshliljenquist.com/josh-liljenquist-fairmont-track-records-2016 https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/early-life/josh-liljenquist-making-his-mark-on-track-fairmont-sentinel-2016.pngFairmont Sentinel Spotlight feature dated May 14–15, 2016 about Josh Liljenquist’s return to track.Liljenquist Making His Mark on Track https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/early-life/josh-liljenquist-fairmont-100-meter-school-record-10-9-2016.jpgFairmont Sentinel sports page reporting Josh Liljenquist’s 10.9-second 100-meter dash in May 2016.Josh Liljenquist Ties Fairmont’s 100-Meter School Record in 2016 https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/early-life/josh-liljenquist-fairmont-4x100-school-record-43-71-state-2016.jpgPhoto Press page documenting Fairmont’s 43.71-second 4×100 relay at the 2016 Class A state meet.Fairmont 4×100 Relay School Record at the 2016 State Meet https://joshliljenquist.com/impact-cicero-missing-peace-collectivehttps://media.joshliljenquist.com/images/JLI-2026-0262--Cicero.jpgJosh Liljenquist with Cicero Taylor beside The Missing Peace Collective Reconnect bus in Minneapolis.Cicero Taylor and The Missing Peace Collective https://joshliljenquist.com/impact-kris-hotel-workerhttps://media.joshliljenquist.com/images/josh-liljenquist-hotel-worker-chris-kindness-story-01.jpgJosh Liljenquist with Kris after the hotel worker kindness story.Kris’ Hotel Worker Kindness Story https://joshliljenquist.com/impact-nick-best-roof-guttershttps://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/website-additions/josh-liljenquist-joshlilj-nick-roof-and-gutter-project-group.jpgJosh Liljenquist with Nick Best and the donated roof-and-gutter project team in Brownton.Nick Best’s Donated Roof and Gutters https://joshliljenquist.com/collaborations/jj-mccarthy/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/josh-liljenquist-jj-mccarthy-football-event.jpg Josh Liljenquist with J.J. McCarthy during a football event in Minnesota. Josh Liljenquist with J.J. McCarthy at a Minnesota Football Event https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://joshliljenquist.com/collaborations/itssozzer/ https://media.joshliljenquist.com/site-assets/assets/photos/high-res/josh-liljenquist-sheena-baby-joseph-fundraiser.jpg Josh Liljenquist and ItsSozzer with Sheena and Joseph during the documented fundraiser follow-up in Fairmont. The presentation check is dated November 21, 2025, and displays $604,434. Josh Liljenquist, ItsSozzer, Sheena and Joseph with a $604,434 Fundraiser Check https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/ https://joshliljenquist.com/impact-mindy-cancer-support https://media.joshliljenquist.com/images/JLI-2026-0253--jli-2026-0253-josh-liljenquist-mindy-cottage-grove-driveway-fundraiser-web-master.jpg Josh Liljenquist with Mindy Persell outside her Cottage Grove, Minnesota, home during a documented community-support visit connected to Mindy's cancer-support story. Josh Liljenquist with Mindy Persell in Cottage Grove https://joshliljenquist.com/media/photo-usage/