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A 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

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

Goal Launched to Become the Most Generous Region by 2025

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

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

Central Dakota Children’s 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

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