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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;

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

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)

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

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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.