National Day of Giving

National Day of Giving: A Global Movement of Generosity

Giving Tuesday is a global generosity movement that occurs on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving, encouraging people worldwide to give back through charitable donations, volunteering, and acts of kindness.

Quick Facts

When is it: Tuesday after Thanksgiving
Tagged as: #GivingTuesday
What’s the hashtag: #GivingTuesday
When was it founded: 2012
Who founded it: Henry Timms at the 92nd Street Y and United Nations Foundation

History

What began as a simple idea to counter the consumerism of Black Friday and Cyber Monday has evolved into a worldwide phenomenon of generosity. The movement started in New York City and has since spread to over 80 countries, inspiring billions in donations annually.

Timeline

2010: The Giving Pledge campaign launches
2012: First Giving Tuesday established
2019: Becomes an independent nonprofit organization
2021: Raised $2.7 billion in the U.S. alone

Dates by Next Year

Year	Date	Day
2024	Dec 3	Tuesday
2025	Dec 2	Tuesday
2026	Dec 1	Tuesday

Observed

The day is celebrated through charitable donations, volunteer work, community service, and social media campaigns. Organizations worldwide use this day to launch end-of-year fundraising campaigns.

Fun Facts About Giving Tuesday

Reaches billions of social media impressions annually
Most active participants are aged 18-34
Observed in 80 countries worldwide
Combines both monetary and time-based giving
Represents the largest philanthropic data collaboration ever built

Quiz

When does Giving Tuesday occur?
Who founded the movement?
How many countries participate?
(Answers: Tuesday after Thanksgiving; Henry Timms; 80 countries)

FAQs

Q: How can I participate?
A: Donate, volunteer, spread awareness, or organize fundraisers

Q: Is it only about monetary donations?
A: No, it includes volunteering, advocacy, and acts of kindness

Importance of Giving Tuesday

The day serves as a powerful reminder of human generosity, creating a global impact through collective giving. It provides nonprofits with a crucial platform for fundraising and awareness while fostering community engagement.