Donate on Giving Tuesday to make an impact
Giving Tuesday, which falls on December 3rd 2024, is one of the most important days of the year for charities. This year it’s expected people will raise millions for vital charities. If you’d like to get involved and give back to your community, we’ll show you exactly how to donate on Giving Tuesday.
How to give on Giving Tuesday
When Giving Tuesday originally launched in 2012, it was a movement created with the intention to inspire people to donate to and support causes they believe in. Nearly a decade on, Giving Tuesday is still a day for individuals to rally together to support their community, empower each other, and raise as much money for social good as possible.
Give money
Giving Tuesday is the perfect day to donate money to a cause you believe in. There are countless ways to give back and make a difference. Fortunately, with the help of online fundraising, giving is easier than ever before.
If you’re busy and you don’t have a lot of time to devote to researching places to donate on Giving Tuesday, charities can always benefit from cash donations.
Give time
Volunteering for a local organisation is an impactful way to give back to your community. Here are a few ways you can find volunteer opportunities:
- The official Giving Tuesday website offers a resource to help you find local charities in your area.
Give food
Donating food to a local food bank and ensuring people stay nourished can be as meaningful as donating your time or money.
Give blood
One blood donation can help save the lives of up to three people, meaning you can make a massive impact in just 10-15 minutes.
Where to donate on Giving Tuesday to make the biggest impact
With countless charities that do good, it can be tough to know where to make a donation on Giving Tuesday. Don’t worry if nothing comes to mind, we have a few ideas on where to donate on Giving Tuesday.
1. Start your own charity fundraiser
If you want to inspire your network to donate to a specific charity, you can band together with your family members and friends to start your own certified charity fundraiser. All donations will be sent directly to the charity that you select when you start your fundraiser. This is a simple way to have a huge impact and raise money for a charity you love.
2. Start an online fundraiser for a friend in need
Giving Tuesday has traditionally existed to support charities. That said, if you have friends or family members who are in need of financial assistance, why not start a free online fundraiser for them? Just be sure to check-in with your friend before you begin your fundraiser to make sure they’d like you to raise money for them.
3. Fund the charity of your choice
If you want to support a specific charity, you can almost always donate directly to them through their organisation’s website.
Be an advocate for social good
Choose a cause you care about and start a fundraiser through GoFundMe this Giving Tuesday. Be sure to share your fundraiser on social media with #GivingTuesday to inspire others in your social network to contribute to the charity you decide to raise money for—crowdfund with the help of your friends! In the small actions we take, we all have the power to make the world a better place.