It has become a tradition at our house to participate in the annual "Giving Hearts Day" in North Dakota. Once a year, thanks to three foundations hosting the event, (Dakota Medical Foundation, Impact Foundation and Alex Stern Family Foundation) donations are matched dollar for dollar, and many charities get a real boost.
In the last three years, donations (and people's generosity) have consistently grown. In 2016 there were 37,109 donations made to 326 charities and causes, raising $8.3 million. Last year, the total grew to nearly 10.7 million, and so far this year the total is up to 12.8 million. Perhaps by midnight we can boost it to 13 million?
In the eleven year history of "Giving Hearts Day" $41 million dollars has been raised, benefiting nonprofit organizations and charities across North Dakota. What a blessing to see so many people sharing, and at the same time so many wonderful causes reaping the benefits!
There are over 400 different benefactors listed as options. . .check them out at this website, and join the band of North Dakota "Giving Hearts." The minimum donation is $10, and you can choose as many different charities as you like. https://giving.impactgiveback.org/#
These were our picks for the year:
Williston Trinity Christian School (our grandchildren's school!)
Adult and Teen Challenge (for recovery from drug and alcohol)
Anne Carlsen Center (help for handicapped children)
Gateway to Science (fun "hands on" learning center)
GiGi's Playhouse (Support for Down's Syndrome)
First Choice Clinics (Pregnancy Support)
Upper Missouri Ministries (Bible Camp)
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