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# Giving Hearts Day

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- [YWCA Cass Clay: The Neighbor We Need](https://givingheartsday.org/ywca-cass-clay-the-neighbor-we-need/) - When Rayonna Hystead was profiled at a YWCA Cass Clay event two years ago, the title of the video told a story unto itself: “From Resident to President.”Hystead, a wife and mother of two, was serving as the YWCA board president at the time, but unbeknownst to many in the room, she’d actually been a
- [HIA Health: The Right Care, in the Right Place, at the Right Time](https://givingheartsday.org/hia-health-the-right-care-in-the-right-place-at-the-right-time/) - 2,089,819 miles.That’s the equivalent of circling the Earth 80 times, making nearly four round trips to the Moon, or driving a car non-stop for about 133 years.It’s also the distance traveled last year by HIA Hospice’s care teams, as HIA Health provided primary, palliative, and hospice care to individuals living with chronic and serious illnesses
- [Great Plains Food Bank: Because No One Should Go Hungry](https://givingheartsday.org/great-plains-food-bank-because-no-one-should-go-hungry/) - While they’re yet to land their own Discovery Channel series, Marcia Paulson and Darby Njos still think of themselves as MythBusters. “100 percent (myth-busting) is part of the job,” says Paulson, the chief philanthropy officer at Great Plains Food Bank in Fargo. “Every time the press walks in the door, every service club we get to
- [Memory Cafe: Those Who Are Forgetting Should Not Be Forgotten](https://givingheartsday.org/memory-cafe-those-who-are-forgetting-should-not-be-forgotten/) - When Jim Greene’s daughter suggested he check out Memory Cafe, he dug his heels in. “He really didn’t want to come the first time,” says Maggie Ness, the executive director of the Fargo-based nonprofit that helps support individuals and caregivers navigating memory loss. “His wife (Kathyrn) is living through early-stage dementia, and they live in Grand
- [Down Home: Transforming Lives One Miracle Moment at a Time](https://givingheartsday.org/down-home-transforming-lives-one-miracle-moment-at-a-time/) - You can tell she’s been asked the question a thousand times, but Jenessa Fillipi is more than happy to oblige.“So where does your organization’s name come from anyway?” She recites the song lyrics like they’re her phone number or her kids’ birthdays. It’s second nature at this point. Down home, where they know you by name and
- [St. Gianna & Pietro Molla: An Oasis for Women in Their Greatest Time of Need](https://givingheartsday.org/st-gianna-pietro-molla-an-oasis-for-women-in-their-greatest-time-of-need/) - When 16-year-old Jenna showed up on Mary Pat Jahner’s doorstep more than 20 years ago, her situation was dire. “She’d gotten pregnant unexpectedly, and there was pressure from all over the place,” says Hayley Kaffar, communications director for St. Gianna & Pietro Molla Maternity Home. “(She had people telling her) ‘You’d be a fool if you
- [Great States & Collective: Building Great Communities in More Ways Than One](https://givingheartsday.org/great-states-collective-building-great-communities-in-more-ways-than-one/) - At Great States & Collective, “people first” is more than just a buzzy phrase painted on a wall. It’s a creed that everyone in the organization lives by. Since its founding in 2016, the Fargo-based real estate, construction, and property management company has woven it into every aspect of their business and culture. From the collaborative
- [New Life Center: From Surviving to Thriving](https://givingheartsday.org/new-life-center-from-surviving-to-thriving/) - When John, Brian, and Francisco walked through the doors of New Life Center, each brought with them a unique story and set of circumstances. John had recently lost his job as a truck driver and was facing a cancer diagnosis.“I was a drunk,” he says. “I lost jobs. Got divorced. Didn’t have much to do, so
- [Farm Rescue: The Cavalry of Care for Farm Families](https://givingheartsday.org/farm-rescue-the-cavalry-of-care-for-farm-families/) - As Tim Sullivan sat down at his desk early on Giving Hearts Day, he got a call from an unknown number. It was from a Pennsylvania area code, and while many people would send the potential spam to voicemail, Sullivan was used to mystery callers.“It was an older gentleman,” says Sullivan, who has served as
- [CATS Cradle: No Cat Left Behind](https://givingheartsday.org/cats-cradle-no-cat-left-behind/) - If you grew up a fan of comic books, you remember the Bat Signal. In the mythical Batman universe, whenever Gotham City was under attack, the police would fill the night sky with a giant, bat-shaped searchlight to let Batman know his help was needed. And every time — day or night, rain or shine —
- [RiverView Foundation: A Lifeline for Rural Health](https://givingheartsday.org/riverview-foundation-a-lifeline-for-rural-health/) - Randy Schoenborn understands the importance of rural healthcare all too well. “I grew up in Mahnomen (Minnesota), and my dad, many years ago, had a heart attack,” says Schoenborn, who serves as the executive director of RiverView Foundation in Crookston, Minnesota. “And they got him to the Mahnomen hospital and airlifted him to Fargo. But if
- [Furniture Mission of the Red River Valley: Giving the Gift of Second Chances](https://givingheartsday.org/furniture-mission-of-the-red-river-valley-giving-the-gift-of-second-chances/) - “Okay, now tell me about your room.”(Silence)“What furniture do you have for yourself?”Still nothing, but volunteer Judy doesn’t give up easily. “There isn’t anything you need?”Finally, a response: “Nope, I’m here for my kids.”An hour later, Judy has worn her down. The mom of five she’s been helping pick out furniture this afternoon has — begrudgingly
- [Legacy Children's Foundation: Our Kids Are Our Succession Plan](https://givingheartsday.org/legacy-childrens-foundation-our-kids-are-our-succession-plan/) - “There are a whole bunch of kids just like you. And you sit in a spot to help not only yourselves but those other children. So what are you going to do?”It was a lot to put on the shoulders of a group of 18-year-olds, but Mary Jean Dehne knew they needed to hear it.She
- [Amistad Worldwide: On a Mission of Love and Dignity](https://givingheartsday.org/amistad-worldwide-on-a-mission-of-love-and-dignity/) - Whenever Tracy Alin visits House of Mercy orphanage in Andhra Pradesh, India, a familiar face opens the gate.Shirt buttoned to the top — even on the most sweltering days — Moshe is there to greet her and the other visitors with a smile.He’s 26 now and takes seriously his role as the head of waste-management
- [Father's Farm: A Brother Knows Who You Are, But a Father Knows Who You Can Become](https://givingheartsday.org/fathers-farm-a-brother-knows-who-you-are-but-a-father-knows-who-you-can-become/) - This isn’t your typical graduation. There are no caps or gowns, no excited parents corralling kids together for group photos, and no grand plans being made about summer trips or move-in dates for college in the fall. No, this is a different kind of graduation, a celebration not of academic accomplishment but of second chances. Or,
- [Camp Bentley: Singing for Jesus](https://givingheartsday.org/camp-bentley-singing-for-jesus/) - For Lori Dvirnak Lundblad, Camp Bentley is a family affair. “I was there for the first time before I was even a year old, and I think my grandma — who was 96 or 97 at the time — was the oldest camper ever.”Dvirnak Lundblad is the do-it-all executive director of the summer camp that has,
- [It's Raining Cats and Dogs at Prairie Oral & Facial Surgery](https://givingheartsday.org/its-raining-cats-and-dogs-at-prairie-oral-facial-surgery/) - One of the best parts about Giving Hearts Day is seeing Giving Hearts Businesses take the day and make it their own.Whether it’s four area businesses teaming up to host a pickleball tournament benefitting multiple charities or Gehrtz Construction Services’ founder agreeing to pierce his ears if their team raises $10,000, each year GHD Businesses
- [Deeply Rooted: Why Giving Is Personal for Quality Companies](https://givingheartsday.org/deeply-rooted-why-giving-is-personal-for-quality-companies/) - While Giving Hearts Day helps regional charities grow support through dollars, goods, and volunteers, it also provides another, less obvious benefit, according to Leslie Dawson.“It opens eyes to the many organizations quietly supporting families, children, and individuals in times of need — sometimes at the most difficult moments in their lives,” says Dawson, who works
- [When It Comes to Giving Back, Marvin Employees Have It Their Way](https://givingheartsday.org/when-it-comes-to-giving-back-marvin-employees-have-it-their-way/) - Everyone loves to have a choice — what we wear, what we eat, who we spend our time with. So why would giving back be any different? That’s what Marvin believes, and it’s the reason why the 114-year-old family-owned company has been a Giving Hearts Business for six years. “One of the most meaningful Giving
- [Goldmark and Sterling's Motto: You Just Have to Start](https://givingheartsday.org/goldmark-and-sterlings-motto-you-just-have-to-start/) - When Goldmark Property Management and Sterling Management’s annual meeting happened to fall on Giving Hearts Day last year, instead of taking the year off from participating, they turned it into an opportunity. Nicki Sneed, who serves as a senior engagement coordinator at Goldmark and Sterling, spearheaded the effort to add some philanthropic flair to the local property
- [A Better Way of Life: Gate City Bank Practices What They Preach](https://givingheartsday.org/a-better-way-of-life-gate-city-bank-practices-what-they-preach/) - The ultimate goal of Giving Hearts Day is to create stronger, healthier communities and a better way of life for everyone. And who better embodies that than the bank with that mission right in their tagline? “Giving Hearts Day is special because it truly reflects the spirit of generosity in our communities,” says Amanda Torok, Senior
- [West River Health Services Foundation](https://givingheartsday.org/west-river-health-services-foundation/) - In this part of the world, we’re no strangers to unpredictable winters. But what happens if you’re facing a medical emergency coupled with white-out conditions outside your door? That’s where West River Health Services comes in. Located in Hettinger, North Dakota, the clinic provides comprehensive health and wellness services for the citizens and visitors to
- [The Summer Performing Arts Company](https://givingheartsday.org/summer-performing-arts-company/) - The arts continue to have a special place in the hearts of many in our region, and it’s clear to see in the Summer Performing Arts (SPA) Company’s support received this Giving Hearts Day. SPA is the largest summer arts program in the Greater Grand Forks area. They educate students of all ages and abilities,
- [Central Dakota Children's Choir](https://givingheartsday.org/central-dakota-childrens-choir/) - Central Dakota Children’s Choir (CDCC) is inspiring tomorrow’s voices and instilling a love for singing through the performance of fine choral music. Students are provided with a unique choral education and experience, which in turn enriches the artistic community of Central North Dakota. This Giving Hearts Day, CDCC came in second place for Donor Retention.
- [YWCA Cass Clay](https://givingheartsday.org/ywca-cass-clay/) - Coming in first place for the Large Budget fundraising category, it’s clear that YWCA Cass Clay is on a mission. And it’s not just any old mission. The YWCA is on a mission to; be a place for women and children to turn as they escape violence, homelessness, and crisis; provide safety, warmth, and hope
- [Memory Cafe of the Red River Valley](https://givingheartsday.org/memory-cafe-rrv/) - Coming in first place for fundraising in the Small Budget category, Memory Cafe of the Red River Valley was certainly not forgotten by its supporters this Giving Hearts Day. This free social gathering for those experiencing memory loss has been experiencing increased growth and demand for their services in the Fargo Moorhead area. Funds raised
- [Turtle Mountain Animal Rescue](https://givingheartsday.org/turtle-mountain-animal-rescue/) - Kissing booths and a pink beard – that’s what Giving Hearts Day looked like for Turtle Mountain Animal Rescue (TMAR) this year! These things and more seemed to capture the hearts of many in our region and beyond. TMAR achieved two Backyard & Beyond awards; one for having donors from the most US states and
- [Harvest Hope Farm](https://givingheartsday.org/harvest-hope-farm/) - It’s never too late to set big goals, even if it’s two days before Giving Hearts Day, and Harvest Hope Farm did just that. Setting their sights on the Backyard & Beyond Award, they sought donors from each US state and succeeded in making new friends all over the US. It’s no surprise this mission
- [Hospice of the Red River Valley](https://givingheartsday.org/hospice-of-the-red-river-valley/) - Covering more than 50,000 square miles in their service region, Hospice of the Red River Valley has touched the lives of many, and their reach grows more every year. The team placed in two different categories this Giving Hearts Day; Third place in Fundraising Growth and Second place in fundraising for the Large Budget category.
- [RiverView Health Foundation](https://givingheartsday.org/riverview-health-foundation/) - This year’s second place fundraiser in the Small Budget category is RiverView Health Foundation, a nonprofit organization with the primary purpose of securing charitable funds on behalf of RiverView Health. These funds aid their mission to provide world-class healthcare through a culture of excellence. The Foundation has been part of Giving Hearts Day since its
- [NDSU Bison Strides](https://givingheartsday.org/ndsu-bison-strides/) - There’s no doubt that our four-legged friends bring so much joy to our lives. NDSU Bison Strides is bringing to light the mental, physical, and spiritual benefits brought about through partnerships between horses and individuals with physical, cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs. Bison Strides took third place in fundraising for the Small Budget
- [New Life Center](https://givingheartsday.org/new-life-center/) - Much more than a homeless shelter, New Life Center is a pathway to sobriety, stability, and life-changing transformation. They serve people on the journey from homeless and hurting to whole and healthy by meeting basic needs and transforming lives through the love of Christ. Ultimately, they aim to help those they serve move from a
- [Global Friends Coalition](https://givingheartsday.org/global-friends-coalition/) - Global Friends Coalition is working to foster New American integration in the Greater Grand Forks community through education, empowerment, and a welcoming community. This year, they saw a leap in new donors for Giving Hearts Day, putting them in first place for New Donor Growth! Part of this growth could be attributed to a new
- [Great Plains Food Bank](https://givingheartsday.org/great-plains-food-bank/) - The only food bank in North Dakota, Great Plains Food Bank serves the entire state as well as Clay County, Minnesota. This Giving Hearts Day, they received support from the most North Dakota cities, landing them a Backyard & Beyond Award. Not only that, but they placed third in New Donor Growth and received a
- [Amistad Worldwide](https://givingheartsday.org/amistad-worldwide/) - In their sixth year participating, Amistad Worldwide continuously aims for each Giving Hearts Day to be bigger and better than the last. They accomplished that again this year, placing second in the Medium Budget fundraising category. Amistad Worldwide demonstrates the love of Christ by developing the potential and dignity of the world’s poorest people living
- [Farm Rescue](https://givingheartsday.org/farm-rescue/) - Year after year, Farm Rescue has seen exponential growth in the support of their mission to assist farm families in crisis. They do so by providing volunteer-led planting, haying, harvest, and livestock feeding assistance to farmers and ranchers experiencing a major injury, illness, or natural disaster. This Giving Hearts Day, they achieved second place in
- [Legacy Children's Foundation](https://givingheartsday.org/legacy-childrens-foundation/) - Relationships are an essential part of fundraising, and Legacy Children’s Foundation made it a priority this Giving Hearts Day. Placing fifth in fundraising for the Medium Budget category, they showed that putting in the time and effort with these relationships pays off. Legacy Children’s Foundation exists to equip vulnerable youth with positive relationships, personalized resources,
- [Clay County Fair & Agricultural Society](https://givingheartsday.org/clay-county-fair-agricultural-society/) - Going big on their first ever Giving Hearts Day, Clay County Fair & Agricultural Society is taking home the GoBIG Fundraising Award! This award is given to a first-time participant that receives the largest gift from a single donor. The Clay County Fair & Agricultural Society mission is to showcase 4-H and FFA projects, skills,
- [St. Gianna & Pietro Molla Maternity Home](https://givingheartsday.org/st-gianna-and-pietro-molla/) - Supporting mothers in crisis pregnancies, and seeking life-affirming solutions for mother and child, the St. Gianna & Pietro Molla Maternity Home is truly a place to call home. Once residents leave, they continue to be supported by the team. It’s a place they know they can always go, and that there will always be a
- [Oak Grove Lutheran School](https://givingheartsday.org/oak-grove-lutheran-school/) - So much more than a school, Oak Grove Lutheran School is teaching students academic achievement, lifelong Christian commitment, and loving service throughout the world. They’ve been a leader in faith-based education across generations, with students consistently demonstrating academic achievement ranking above state averages and national norms on standardized assessments. This aspirational mindset is evident in
- [Lighthouse Church of Fargo](https://givingheartsday.org/lighthouse-church-fargo/) - A safe harbor for those in need of love, encouragement, hope, and recovery, Lighthouse Church of Fargo certainly shined brightly this Giving Hearts Day. In their first year of participation, the organization achieved three different awards; Donor Dynamo, awarded to a first-time participant with the highest number of individual donors; Spark Plug, awarded to first-time
- [Giving Hearts Day 2024 Awards](https://givingheartsday.org/giving-hearts-day-2024-awards/) - We are so excited to celebrate this year’s Giving Hearts Day award winners! Each year, awards are given to participating charities that excel in their fundraising for Giving Hearts Day. Below, you can find the winners for each award. Be sure to follow us on social to see in-depth stories on charity winners! GHD Awards
- [Empire Arts Center](https://givingheartsday.org/empire-arts-center/) - Charities involved in the arts proved that their donors just keep coming back for more, and it was no different for the Empire Arts Center. Coming in third place for Donor Retention, they drew on some of these past supporters’ stories for their Giving Hearts Day campaign. Memories Like This “Memories Like This” was an
- [Father's Farm](https://givingheartsday.org/fathers-farm/) - For men coming out of incarceration or rehab programs, there aren’t a lot of places they can turn to ensure long-term recovery. Far too often, they end up returning to the same situations that got them there in the first place. That’s where Father’s Farm comes in. Father’s Farm is a community preparing men to
- [United Way of Grand Forks, East Grand Forks & Area](https://givingheartsday.org/united-way-grand-forks/) - “Oh, I didn’t know you did that!” It’s a phrase the team at United Way of Grand Forks, East Grand Forks & Area often hears, and there is truly more than meets the eye when it comes to the ways they serve the region. Their mission has remained the same since the beginning: to uplift
- [Giving Hearts Day 2023 Announces Top Charity Fundraisers](https://givingheartsday.org/giving-hearts-day-2023-announces-top-charity-fundraisers/) - It was another successful Giving Hearts Day, a 24-hour fundraising event benefitting more than 560 nonprofits throughout North Dakota and northwest Minnesota. Charities raised $26,155,280 from 41,907 donors. Audited figures indicate that 90,351 total donations were made. Giving Hearts Day charities have now raised nearly $165 million since the event’s inception in 2008. Donors also
- [Giving Hearts Day 2023](https://givingheartsday.org/giving-hearts-day-2023/) - At the core of giving is selflessness, and sometimes that’s best shown through creativity! Now, we could talk about how important the act of giving back to your community is (and trust us, we know!), but we’ll let the experts at Dakota Medical Foundation handle that. We’re going to talk about the how. Oftentimes, we
- [Two Charities Need Your Support Now More Than Ever](https://givingheartsday.org/two-charities-need-your-support/) - As the American Red Cross is experiencing a severe blood shortage and Homeward Animal Shelter has an influx of animals, they need your help now more than ever before. Homeward Animal Shelter in Great Need of Fosters Do you have room in your home to add a fur-ever friend? If so, consider supporting Homeward Animal Shelter,
- [A Nonprofit Greatly Impacting Health in Our Region](https://givingheartsday.org/nonprofit-greatly-impacting-health-in-our-region/) - On May 11, a fire tore through a South Fargo strip mall, putting all GiGi’s Playhouse services on hold indefinitely. What stood as North Dakota’s only Down Syndrome Achievement Center has been reduced to practically nothing. The facility was a second home to people of all ages with Down syndrome and their families. It was
- [Goal Launched to Become the Most Generous Region by 2025](https://givingheartsday.org/most-generous-region/) - Mission of Giving Hearts Day expanded to champion volunteerism and donation of goods To achieve the goal, Fargo-based Dakota Medical Foundation (DMF) believes our region can become No. 1 for volunteerism and Giving Hearts Day can become the No. 1 giving day in the nation. Giving Hearts Day is currently
- [Experiencing the Power of Unity](https://givingheartsday.org/experiencing-the-power-of-unity/) - Not much rivals the tranquility of life in a small town. The farming community of Langdon, North Dakota knows that firsthand. This town of about 2,000 people experienced the power of unity this Giving Hearts Day. Carrie Hope is the principal of St. Alphonsus School in Langdon, a school that is near to her heart.
- [Transitioning from Homelessness into Housing](https://givingheartsday.org/transitioning-from-homelessness-into-housing/) - What first began as a relaxing lakeside vacation with an inspirational book in-hand, quickly transpired into a desire to change the lives of many families transitioning from homelessness into housing across the Fargo-Moorhead area. Down Home Co-Founder and Director Jenessa Fillipi knew God was calling her to live out a mission to empower lives one
- [Helping Little Warriors Overcome Big Battles](https://givingheartsday.org/henriks-heroes/) - What first started as a concept for Janna Westerholm to help her son, Henrik, as he underwent treatment for acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in 2017, quickly transpired into providing hope for many more families across the region. Founder of Henrik’s Heroes, Westerholm reflects on the moment her son was diagnosed and the overwhelming emotions she
- [Giving Hearts Day Announces Top Fundraising Charities](https://givingheartsday.org/giving-hearts-day-announces-top-fundraising-charities/) - The Giving Hearts Day fundraising event held Thursday, Feb. 8, 2018, raised a preliminary figure of $13,122,400 through 63,586 donations. Unaudited figures indicate 28,044 Giving Hearts donated, approximately 6,300 more than in 2017. Official giving statistics and details will be released after all data is verified. Preliminary top 10 charities in large and small budget
- [Generosity of Local Donors Shatters Giving Hearts Day Records](https://givingheartsday.org/generosity-of-local-donors-shatters-giving-hearts-day-records/) - The Giving Hearts Day fundraising event held Thursday, Feb. 8, 2018, raised $13.2 million through 63,635 donations. Final figures indicate 28,044 Giving Hearts donated, approximately 6,300 more than in 2017. Giving Hearts Day has now raised over $54 million for charities in North Dakota and northwest Minnesota. Contributions to 401 charitable causes participating in this
- [DMF Honors Charities for Giving Hearts Day Success](https://givingheartsday.org/dmf-honors-charities-for-giving-hearts-day-success/) - Dakota Medical Foundation announces an official total of $10,692,653 raised through Giving Hearts Day. In celebrations held recently in Fargo and Bismarck, charities were recognized for success in fundraising, marketing and general excellence. Here are the Top 10 fundraisers for large- and small-budget nonprofits. Top 10 Large Charity Fundraisers (Operating Budget greater than $500,000/year) YWCA

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- [GHD Become a Participating Charity](https://givingheartsday.org/become-a-participating-charity/) - Want your nonprofit on the roster for the next event? Learn more about how you can participate in the 2020 Giving Hearts Day event here.
- [Giving Hearts Day 2026 Results](https://givingheartsday.org/giving-hearts-day-2026-results/) - Giving Hearts Day is a Fargo-Moorhead 24-hour fundraising event that aims to help nonprofits raise money for their missions. Learn more about this event.
- [About](https://givingheartsday.org/about/) - Giving Hearts Day is a Fargo-Moorhead 24-hour fundraising event that aims to help nonprofits raise money for their missions. Learn more about this event.
- [Giving Hearts Businesses](https://givingheartsday.org/partners/giving-hearts-businesses/) - Become a partner in our F-M community and beyond! Do some good by becoming an advocate for Giving Hearts Day to your friends & family. Learn more here.
- [GHD Schools](https://givingheartsday.org/partners/schools/) - Become a partner in the classroom! Do good for our community and your school by becoming an advocate for Giving Hearts Day. Learn more about this here.
- [INDIVIDUALS & FAMILIES - Giving Hearts Day](https://givingheartsday.org/partners/individuals/) - Become a partner in our F-M community and beyond! Do some good by becoming an advocate for Giving Hearts Day to your friends & family. Learn more here.
- [Serve](https://givingheartsday.org/partners/serve/) - Become a Giving Hearts Business! Do some good in your workplace by serving for a Giving Hearts Day charity. Learn more here
- [Promote Giving Hearts Day](https://givingheartsday.org/partners/promote-giving-hearts-day/) - Become a Giving Hearts Business! Do some good by promoting Giving Hearts Day in your workplace. Learn more here.
- [Donate to Charities](https://givingheartsday.org/partners/donate-to-charities-2/) - Become a Giving Hearts Business! Do some good by donating to a Giving Hearts Day charity. Learn more here
- [GHD Resources](https://givingheartsday.org/resources/) - Resources Brand Guide Dated GHD Logo GHD Logo No Date GHD Social Graphics Concierge Giving Form Partner Resources GHD Business Logo GHD School Logo Additional Resources Business ResourcesFood Drive Toolkit188.6 KBGiving Hearts Business Communication Templates for Internal Emails & Social Media243.7 KBGHD 2025 Business Planning Guide1.5 MBFood Drive Flyer154.3 KB School ResourcesHow to Bring Giving
- [News & Events](https://givingheartsday.org/news-and-events/) - News & Events Wednesday, 15 Jul 2026 YWCA Cass Clay: The Neighbor We Need When Rayonna Hystead was profiled at a YWCA Cass Clay event two years ago, the title of the video told a story unto itself: “From Resident to President.” Hystead, a wife and mother of two, was serving as the YWCA board
- [GHD School Resources](https://givingheartsday.org/partners/ghd-schools-resources/) - Become a partner in the classroom! Do good for our community and your school by becoming an advocate for Giving Hearts Day. Learn more about this here.
- [Frequently Asked Questions](https://givingheartsday.org/frequently-asked-questions/) - Donor FAQs General Info What is Giving Hearts Day? Giving Hearts Day is a 24-hour giving event for more than 600 charities across North Dakota and northwest Minnesota.Giving Hearts Day encourages the public to find a charity to love, and the excitement of this annual event helps charities elevate awareness and cultivate donor relationships.We’ve helped
- [Sinner Bresnahan Healthy Kids Initiative](https://givingheartsday.org/sinner-bresnahan-healthy-kids-initiative/) - Sinner Bresnahan Healthy Kids Initiative Sunday, 1 Jan 2023 $72,500 Given to and around the Casselton community Initiated the BackPack Program at Central Cass School District 100% Employee participation at SB&B $20,896* Raised in 2015* Total includes $4,000 match What started as a series of raging toothaches for an underprivileged teenage boy ended months later
- [Transitioning from Homelessness into Housing](https://givingheartsday.org/transitioning-from-homelessness-into-housing/) - Transitioning from Homelessness into Housing Sunday, 1 Jan 2023 What first began as a relaxing lakeside vacation with an inspirational book in-hand, quickly transpired into a desire to change the lives of many families transitioning from homelessness into housing across the Fargo-Moorhead area.Down Home Co-Founder and Director Jenessa Fillipi knew God was calling her to
- [Helping Little Warriors Overcome Big Battles](https://givingheartsday.org/helping-little-warriors-overcome-big-battles/) - Helping Little Warriors Overcome Big Battles Sunday, 1 Jan 2023 What first started as a concept for Janna Westerholm to help her son, Henrik, as he underwent treatment for acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in 2017, quickly transpired into providing hope for many more families across the region.Founder of Henrik’s Heroes, Westerholm reflects on the moment
- [GHD School Resources Page](https://givingheartsday.org/ghd-school-resources-page/) - Welcome! Thank you for bringing the spirit of Giving Hearts Day into your classroom! We are thrilled to have you bringing generosity to the next generation. We invite you to look through the resources below, and utilize any that are useful to you! You are welcome to download these activities, make it your own, or
- [Partners FAQ](https://givingheartsday.org/partners/faq/) - Businesses I have a very small business. Can I still participate? Absolutely! There are no limits to how small or large a businesses can be to promote Giving Hearts Day. If you’d like to participate, signups for GHD 2025 will open later this year. In the meantime, we encourage you to join our email list!
- [Get Involved](https://givingheartsday.org/partners/) - Businesses Create a give-back culture in your organization! More business information coming in the summer of 2024 – in the meantime, join our email list below! Sign Up Schools Resources, activities, and inspirational stories for teachers or parents looking to become a Giving Hearts School. Explore the resources at the link below! Learn More Partners
- [Contact](https://givingheartsday.org/contact/) - Send Us a Message Name (required) Email (required) Phone Message Contact Us 4141 28th Ave S Fargo, ND 58104 GHDInfo@dakmed.org (701) 271-0263 Need your receipt? Click here to request a copy of your receipts!
- [HOW TO PROMOTE GIVING HEARTS DAY](https://givingheartsday.org/partners/promote-ghd/) - One of the most impactful ways to help is to SHARE about Giving Hearts Day with your employees and customers! Help get the word out about our region’s largest day of giving by inviting your network to join in and give of their time, talents, or treasure. Help drive awareness (and fun) by turning up
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- [Ways to Give](https://givingheartsday.org/ways-to-give/) - WAYS TO GIVE With 570 causes to support and even more ways to support them, there’s no wrong way to give back this Giving Hearts Day. Donate Dollars GIVE NOW Volunteer PLEDGE NOW Donate Goods PLEDGE NOW Donate One of the most convenient ways to give back, you can donate to any of the 550+
- [Donate](https://givingheartsday.org/donate/) - Make a Donation 1. On Giving Hearts Day (Feb. 10, 2022) Visit GivingHeartsDay.org and find a charity to love Drop off a check at your charity or Dakota Medical Foundation 2. Schedule a gift before Giving Hearts Day (Jan. 3 – Feb. 8, 2022) Schedule a donation at GivingHeartsDay.org Make sure the “Schedule this Gift”
- [News & Events](https://givingheartsday.org/news-events/) - Blog YWCA Cass Clay: The Neighbor We Need When Rayonna Hystead was profiled at a YWCA Cass Clay event two years ago, the title of the video told a story unto itself: “From Resident to President.” Hystead, a wife and mother of two, was serving as the YWCA board president at the time, but unbeknownst
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