It's the biggest day of the year for giving in Adams County!


Give Hastings Day is your opportunity to support the nonprofit community with one easy gift. With more than 100 participating nonprofit organizations and projects, you're sure to find organizations doing work that is especially meaningful to you. In our first ten years, Give Hastings Day has raised nearly $5.5 million for Adams County organizations!


This year, early giving will begin on April 15 with Give Hastings Day culminating on May 2nd.

  • What is Give Hastings Day?

    Give Hastings Day is a fundraising event created to rally community support for local charitable causes. This unique fundraiser is being organized by the Hastings Community Foundation. Giving will culminate at 11:59 pm on Thursday, May 2nd.


    Community members are asked to make donations to show support for the local nonprofit organizations that positively impact our lives every day.


    The purpose of this community-wide giving challenge is to raise awareness of the current philanthropic needs of our community, build the capacity of local nonprofits and inspire donors to support the causes that mean the most to them. Together we have the power to raise thousands of dollars and significantly impact the future of Hastings.

  • Who can participate?

    Nonprofit organizations who serve Hastings and Adams County are welcome to participate. This includes causes such as health and human services, art and culture, children and families support, education, animals, parks and recreation, non-denominational religious projects, and many more.

  • How will people participate?

    Donations will be made online at ​givehastings.org​. Give Hastings Day will start on April 15th and will culminate at 11:59 pm on May 2nd. Donations must be made during this time to qualify for the Bonus Bucks and prize pool.


    Donors who wish to participate, but may not want to make a gift online may mail a check to the Hastings Community Foundation. ​Please note: checks must be made out to the Hastings Community Foundation and must be received by May 2nd. The minimum donation is $10.

  • How can I donate?

    Visit givehastings.org​ ​to learn about all the participating nonprofits. Beginning on April 15, you can make a contribution online to any combination of organizations you choose - all with one, easy transaction!


    If online giving doesn't fit your style, gifts (made payable to Hastings Community) Foundation can be sent to:

    Hastings Community Foundation

    800 W. 3rd Street, Suite 232

    Hastings, NE 68901


    Note that all gifts MUST be received by May 2 to be elible for bonus bucks and other prizes.

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