Spread the Love Early: Giving Hearts Day Returns to Western North Dakota This February

February is a special month. It’s packed with Groundhog Day, the Super Bowl, Lincoln’s Birthday, Valentine’s Day, Washington’s Birthday, and Presidents' Day. That’s a lot to squeeze into the shortest month of the year!

Another important day to circle on your calendar is Giving Hearts Day, which is coming up Thursday, February 12. Even better news—early donations are being accepted right now, so you don’t have to wait to make a difference.

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Giving Hearts Day Is Almost Here: A Powerful Way to Support North Dakota Causes

Giving Hearts Day is an incredibly impactful 24-hour giving campaign benefiting nearly 550 charities across North Dakota and northwest Minnesota. The goal is simple: encourage people to support causes they care about while helping nonprofits raise awareness, strengthen donor relationships, and secure funding to continue their important work.

Established in 2008, Giving Hearts Day has grown into the longest-running giving day in the nation. Since it started, the event has helped participating organizations raise an astounding $195 million. Each year, many donors experience the joy of giving for the very first time, while longtime supporters return to help causes close to their hearts.

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Make A Difference For Our Local Organizations

This year, 21 local organizations will benefit directly from Giving Hearts Day donations, and in turn, will help many throughout Williston and the region. Your support, whether big or small, helps ensure vital services remain available right here in our community.

Local organizations participating include:

• 31:8 Project

• American Cancer Society – North Dakota

• American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

• Bethel Lutheran Foundation

• CHI Health at Home Hospice

• Coyote Clay Target League

• Eckert Youth Homes

• F5 Project

• Legal Services of North Dakota

• Make-A-Wish North Dakota

• Nexus – PATH Family Healing

• North Dakota Association for the Disabled

• North Dakota Newspaper Association

• North Dakota Women’s Business Center

• Northern Lights Council, Scouting America

• Salvation Army

• Springbrook Bible Camp

• St. Luke's Medical Center

• Western North Dakota Honor Flight

• Western Star Literacy Center

• Williston State College Foundation

• Williston Trinity Christian School

Whether you choose to donate early or wait until Giving Hearts Day on February 12, every gift helps strengthen our community and support organizations doing meaningful work every day.

Click here to support any of these charities or to make your donation. Thank you for continuing to make Giving Hearts Day a success.