Giving Tuesday

 

Today, the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving, is "GivingTuesday."  If you're unfamiliar with this movement, they describe themselves as "an opportunity for people around the world to come together through generosity in all its forms by sharing acts of kindness and giving their voice, time, money, goods, and advocacy to support communities and causes."  Here are some thoughts on participating:

There are hundreds of ways to participate in GivingTuesday. Whether you give your voice, goods, your time, or your money, being generous is a way to fight for the causes you care about and help people in need.

Connect with your local GivingTuesday movement to learn more about how you can give back in your country or U.S. community.

Here are some ideas you might consider:

• Share kindness with your neighbors.
• Volunteer virtually or share your talents
• Give your voice to a cause that matters to you
• Show gratitude to healthcare workers, service providers, and other essential workers who are making sure we still have the services we rely on, even at risk to their own health.
• Discover a local fundraiser, community drive or coordinated event to join others in your area or with your same interests in giving back — they need your help. Search for opportunities here.
• Give to your favorite cause or a fundraiser to help those in need.
• Talk about giving and generosity using the hashtag #GivingTuesday.

Started in 2012, the worldwide campaign raised $2.47 billion last year in the U.S. alone, with 35 million Americans participating in this "global generosity movement."  If you'd like to participate in any way, go to their website (link, above).