Giving Hearts Day is a 24-hour fundraising event that encourages community support for local charities, celebrated on the second Thursday in February. Founded by the Dakota Medical Foundation and the Impact Foundation, this event links the season of love with generosity, inviting individuals, businesses, and schools to contribute to various causes. Participants engage in activities such as donating to favored charities, hosting fundraisers like bake sales or themed parties, and volunteering their time to local nonprofits. The event has successfully raised millions of dollars for health initiatives, education, and social services, fostering a culture of philanthropy in North Dakota and northwest Minnesota. By promoting collective giving, Giving Hearts Day inspires ongoing charitable support beyond the event itself.