On the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, individuals use the opportunity to start the Christmas season by giving back to their communities. Giving Tuesday is a day designed to help the community.

One can do this by volunteering or giving financial donations to non-profit organizations. There are several ways through which you can be a part of this. You can participate in Giving Tuesday by purchasing a present for someone while also supporting a charitable cause.

One can’t possibly include every charitable organization that deserves donations. Here are a few suggestions on how you may support your neighborhood and participate in Giving Tuesday:

Show your neighbors some kindness.
Virtually helping others by sharing your abilities.
Speak up for a cause that matters to you.
Express your thanks to healthcare professionals, service providers, and other vital employees who continue to deliver the services we rely on while putting their health in danger.
Find a local fundraising event, a community drive, or a planned activity to participate in. This can be with people in your neighborhood or who share your interests in giving back; they require your assistance.
Donate to a fundraiser or your favorite charity to support those in need.
Use the hashtag #GivingTuesday to share your charitable and giving thoughts.

There are several ways to get involved in Giving Tuesday. Being generous is a method to support the causes you care about and assist those in need, whether you provide goods, services, time, or money.

What Does Giving Tuesday Mean?

The largest charitable giving day of the year is Giving Tuesday. Participation offers NGOs the chance to increase fundraising and draw in new contributors. Giving Tuesday was established in 2012 with the straightforward goal of encouraging good deeds. This concept has evolved over the last 10 years into an international movement that motivates millions of people to contribute, work together, and celebrate giving.

Giving Tuesday aspires to create a future in which the society we create together is driven by the catalytic force of giving, unleashing dignity, opportunity, and equity for everyone. It plans to create a world where generosity is a way of life. Giving Tuesday’s worldwide network works together all year to promote giving.

Why should I Participate?

1. It Will Make You Feel Good

With my personal experience and after spending a good amount of time in various nonprofit organizations, we can ensure you that you will feel really happy and joyful after giving and helping someone in need. This giving season can be your opportunity to have this feeling with you forever.

2. You Can Assist People in Need

You may assist needy individuals by giving your time to a neighborhood community center or making financial contributions to our preferred charity. Sometimes people in need require your help and time more than any monetary benefit. Your small assistance can help them pass through the tough times they are facing.

3. Anyone Can Take Part

Every tiny deed counts on Giving Tuesday, so you don’t have to be wealthy or in the Peace Corps to participate. Any non-profit can benefit significantly from a $1 donation.

Milestones of Giving Tuesday

1. Total Online donations reached 3.6 million in 2018

One may still donate to the people one cares about even if they aren’t supporting charities or fundraisers. This was proved in 2018 by the 3.6 million online presents that were specially bought for Giving Tuesday.

2. 1 million mentions on social media in 2017

Nothing spreads information more quickly than social media, perhaps why Giving Tuesday has been such a successful charity holiday. In 2017, the day saw over 1 million mentions on social media from users who used the hashtag #GivingTuesday.

3. In 2012, $10 million was raised.

Giving Tuesday raised a little over $10 million in its first year of celebration in 2012, which is pretty good for its first year. This seems very little compared to the $400 million raised in 2018. Still, $10 million is a huge accomplishment for a day announced two months earlier.

4. Donations to charities reached $2.47 billion in 2020.

On Giving Tuesday in 2020, an estimated 34.8 million individuals gave an astounding $2.47 billion to charity organizations in the United States.

5. Total Donations Raised in 2019 were $1.97 billion.

On Donations Tuesday 2019, there was an estimated $1.97 billion in giving in the US across both online and offline channels.

Conclusion:

It is known by all that Giving Tuesday is vital for NGOs, hence planning a perfect campaign and following the steps is vital. Publicizing your cause, building relationships with potential clients, and increasing donations must be the number one priority. A segregated set of steps is what you should follow and with proper care and directions, your campaign will be a success!