Become a Giving Hearts Day Charity!

What is a Giving Hearts Charity?

Every year on Giving Hearts Day, members in our community rally around the causes closest to their hearts.

Applications for new charities are open! If you’re a new charity interested in participating in 2027, you can use the link below to join the waitlist, and we will send you information on attending one of our intro sessions!

*At least one person from each organization is required to attend an intro session before applying. Organizations will receive a link to apply after attending an intro session.

We also encourage you to review the 2027 criteria and policies with your staff and board to decide if Giving Hearts Day is right for your charity. You’ll be provided with tools, training, and networking opportunities to effectively execute your GHD campaign.

Are you a returning charity participant? If so, you can get started on your 2027 registration by logging into your Admin Portal!

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Below are several benefits of getting involved!

Donors

Nearly 40,000 donors gave on Giving Hearts Day 2026
On average, donors give to 2 charities
$257 million dollars raised for local charities since 2008

Fundraising Training

World-class fundraising training, coaching, and resources from the Impact Foundation

Community Engagement

Giving Hearts Business & School involvement
Churches and service clubs across the state
Resources to tell the Giving Hearts Day story to your network

Marketing

Statewide marketing to raise awareness of Giving Hearts Day
Training and toolkits provided to help you tell your story

Awards

Awards and incentives given year round for fundraising and volunteerism

Giving Platform

Safe and secure
Low processing fees

Wondering what Giving Hearts Day is all about?

Giving Hearts Day has something for everyone. It’s more than a day – it’s an invitation for the community to connect with a cause close to their hearts.

That cause could be yours.

Watch the video below to learn more!

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Is your charity interested in participating in Giving Hearts Day?

Applications are closed for Giving Hearts Day 2025. Click the button to join the waitlist for Giving Hearts Day 2026!