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It’s no secret that moms often hold everything together. They’re there with a listening ear, the best advice, the warmest meals, and a constant presence—no matter the time or place.

That’s why this Mother’s Day, we wanted to do something special. We invited you to MOMinate the incredible moms and mom-figures in your life—the ones who go above and beyond every day—to receive a gift card just for them. Not for groceries. Not for school supplies. Not for the family. But something just for them.

We’re selecting one deserving mom from every state to receive this gift card as a small way to say thank you for all the ways they’ve given without ever asking for anything in return.
We asked everyone nominiating just one question: Why does your mom or the mom-figure in your life deserve to win?

And wow—your responses poured in. From sons, daughters, husbands, friends, and more. Each one overflowing with gratitude, admiration, and love for a woman who made a lasting impact.

So today, we’re celebrating all moms:

The ones who raised us.
The ones who prayed for us.
The ones who sacrificed quietly.
The ones who showed up when no one else did.

Here's just a handful of the beautiful responses we received:

“To call my mom extraordinary almost feels too small for the woman she truly is. As the mother of ten children—one son and nine daughters—she has devoted her life to creating a home overflowing with love, faith, laughter, and purpose. She is more than a mother—she is a legacy. A light. A living example of Christ’s love in action.”

“Even with all she has going on mentally and physically, my mom throws herself into helping others. She does hair for elderly clients, even after they've passed, for their funerals. She volunteers, cooks for everyone, crafts wreaths and gingerbread mansions, and shows up with a smile—even though she lives with chronic pain every single day. So many people don’t even realize how hard she has it. She rises above it all to love others anyway.”

“Heather is a mother, veteran, farmer, and rabbit show cheerleader. She raises miniature horses, builds fences, and still makes home-cooked meals flavored with herbs from her garden. She dresses up for Comic-Con with her son and works tirelessly with speech therapists for her daughter. Her life is a masterclass in love, resilience, and community.”

“Sara is literally the best mom. She is a single mom and always provides and supports her children in every they want and do. She also shows up and helps everyone around her. She has overcome seizures and sickness and injury. She has recently given her life to the Lord and I couldn't be more proud of her as my best friend.”

“For seven long years, she was the one who took care of everything for our family of three because my dad was disabled from work. That's a huge responsibility, and she never complained (well most of the time she didn’t..lol). She's also an amazing school counselor and cross-country coach. All the kids at school love her; she treats them like they're her own…She's the best mom ever...”

“My mom lost my older sister 4 years ago in June. Rather than let this break her, she’s instead used this tragedy to renew and rebuild broken relationships with myself and my children. I look up to her in a way I never imagined possible before, I admire her dedication to never allowing the small things to get in the way of our love for one another and I feel loved and valued by her in a way I never have before. She’s been through the fire and even now, as I face a recent health crisis that may very well be terminal, she’s responded with courage and bravery that I’m able to lean on and find solace in.”

“She deserves a prize just for surviving my teenage years. She’s part superhero, part stand-up comedian, and somehow always knows where everything is—even when I swear I already looked there.”

“At just 36 years old, Kayla was diagnosed with breast cancer, but she refused to let it define her. As a devoted wife and mother of two, she met the challenge head-on with unwavering strength and grace. Kayla is raising two remarkable children who are as bright as they are kind, ensuring they never miss a moment or opportunity. She’s the heartbeat of her home — always making sure everyone is smiling, laughing, and well cared for. Even while facing her own battles, Kayla is the first to offer help to others.”

“She has stayed true to Jesus, despite things in life going way far astray. Her example of godliness in adversity is awesome!”

“Shew. Where to start about my amazing mother!..Growing up, all of my friends always called her “momma” because she was as literally like a second mom to them and provided a home where they knew they would be safe and also be encouraged and loved…She has never wavered from her dedication of being a mother of nations, and I mean that in every sense. She has loved every child of every race, nationality, and background despite what society says about them. Those people labeled the “bad kids” she has always said are just “misunderstood” because she knows there is a reason why they are behaving that way. I can’t put into words how much her love, support, encouragement, and her prayers have shaped, molded, and ultimately lead to me being the woman I am today and the mother I look forward to being. Thank you mom for everything (but thank you really isn’t enough)”

“She’s 82 years young, and her favorite hobby is shopping and eating at Burger King. I love her WHOLE BUNCHES! I’m in Texas now, but we talk all the time on the phone and send each other cards and letters. She is my BEST FRIEND!”

If you MOMinated someone, be sure to check out GiveSendGo's social media pages on Mother’s Day to see if your nominee won! If your mom was selected, she’ll be receiving an email with details on how to claim her prize.

And to every mom reading this—
Thank you.
For the meals.
For the prayers.
For the late nights.
For the early mornings.
For the tears we never saw and the strength we never fully understood.

Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at GiveSendGo!