5 ways to give on Giving Tuesday

GivingTuesday, taking place December 1st, is a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities and organizations to encourage giving and to celebrate generosity worldwide. Every year, on GivingTuesday, millions of people across the globe (almost 60 countries) mobilize to show up, give back, and change their communities. The goal is to create a massive wave of generosity that lasts well beyond that day, and touches every person on the planet. GivingTuesday harnesses the collective power of a unique blend of partners to transform how people think about, talk about, and participate in the giving season. It inspires people to take collective action to improve their communities, give back in better, smarter ways to the charities and causes they believe in, and help create a better world. GivingTuesday demonstrates how every act of generosity counts, and that they mean even more when we give together.

“This is the time of year when people express gratitude for what they have and also think about how they can give to others. Take some time on GivingTuesday to be grateful and to think about how, in this last month of a hard year, you can give to someone else – even if it’s just a smile.” said Mindy Nuhring of the Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation. Whether it’s making someone smile, helping a neighbor or stranger out, showing up for an issue or people we care about, or giving some of what we have to those who need our help, every act of generosity counts and everyone has something to give. #GivingTuesday