Farm Rescue Reaches $1 Million on Giving Hearts Day

Nonprofit surpasses ambitious fundraising goal for second consecutive year

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Farm Rescue, a nonprofit organization that provides volunteer labor and equipment to farm and ranch families facing major illness, injury, or natural disaster, announced that it raised over $1.2 million on Giving Hearts Day 2026, exceeding its $1 million fundraising goal for the second consecutive year.

Why it matters

Reaching the million-dollar milestone for a second year in a row demonstrates the growing support and belief in Farm Rescue's mission to support farm and ranch families during times of crisis, ensuring critical agricultural work continues during time-sensitive seasons.

The details

Farm Rescue's Giving Hearts Day fundraising efforts were fueled by a group of longtime supporters who collectively committed $575,000 in matching donations, motivating individuals and businesses to give and maximize their impact. By the close of Giving Hearts Day, Farm Rescue raised a new record of $1,203,599.30, exceeding the $1 million goal. Donations were received from 723 donors across 39 U.S. states, reflecting the organization's expanding national reach and widespread support for its mission.

  • Giving Hearts Day 2026 took place on February 13, 2026.
  • Farm Rescue reached the million-dollar fundraising milestone for the first time in 2025.

The players

Farm Rescue

A nonprofit organization that provides volunteer labor and equipment to farm and ranch families facing major illness, injury, or natural disaster, ensuring critical agricultural work continues during time-sensitive seasons.

Tim Sullivan

The Executive Director of Farm Rescue.

Dakota Medical Foundation

The organizer of Giving Hearts Day, a one-day, online fundraising event benefiting charities across North Dakota and northwest Minnesota.

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What they’re saying

“Reaching one million dollars last year was a defining moment for Farm Rescue. To come back this year with the same goal, and achieve it again, speaks volumes about the generosity of this community and the deep connection people feel to farm families. This truly became another Million Dollar Year.”

— Tim Sullivan, Executive Director of Farm Rescue

“At the heart of Farm Rescue is the belief that neighbors show up for one another. The Million Dollar Year isn't just about a number, it represents families supported, stress relieved, and livelihoods protected. We are deeply grateful to the Dakota Medical Foundation and to everyone who helped make this Giving Hearts Day such a powerful success.”

— Tim Sullivan, Executive Director of Farm Rescue

What’s next

Farm Rescue plans to continue its participation in Giving Hearts Day, relying on the annual event to strengthen its capacity to serve farm and ranch families in need.

The takeaway

Farm Rescue's ability to reach the million-dollar fundraising milestone for a second consecutive year on Giving Hearts Day demonstrates the growing support and belief in the organization's mission to support farm and ranch families during times of crisis, ensuring critical agricultural work continues during time-sensitive seasons.