Founded in 2012, Giving Tuesday is a nonprofit organization and "global generosity movement" that inspires people to give back. Each year on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving, people from over 85 countries make charitable donations, volunteer at local nonprofits or perform simple acts of kindness within their communities. And in many cases, participants post about their good deeds or champion their causes on social media using the hashtag #GivingTuesday.

GivingTuesday imagines a world where kindness and shared humanity are the foundation of our communities.  Our global network brings people together all year long with avision of inspiring generosity across every corner of the globe.  A more compassionate, connected world can be created when generosity becomes a part of everyday life.

Every action, big or small, can contribute to this end.  Whether it's lending a hand to a neighbor or even a stranger, showing up in support of causes or individuals we care about, or sharing our resources with those in need, each act of kindness builds a stronger, more united world.  In the spirit of GivingTuesday, we celebrate that everyone, regardless of their means, has something meaningful to give---and every gesture of generosity makes a difference.