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Spread kindness and joy on National Day of Giving! Your smallest act of giving can mean the world to someone. Let's make a difference together!
Welcome to National Day of Giving on December 3, a day dedicated to generosity and goodwill! This globally celebrated day, known colloquially as #GivingTuesday, started in 2012 by the 92nd Street Y and the United Nations Foundation as a response to the rampant consumerism of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. It's a day where everyone, everywhere can do something to support the good causes that mean so much to them. Whether you choose to donate money, volunteer your time, or merely perform a random act of kindness, every little helps. Let's harness the potential of this day and make a powerful difference in our communities, one small act at a time!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inception of GivingTuesday</div><div class='timeline-text'>The 92nd Street Y and the United Nations Foundation initiated the first National Day of Giving, known as #GivingTuesday.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Global Expansion Begins</div><div class='timeline-text'>#GivingTuesday expands to Canada, marking the start of its international growth.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2014</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Official GivingTuesday Organization Established</div><div class='timeline-text'>GivingTuesday becomes an independent organization to drive the global movement.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First $100 Million Milestone</div><div class='timeline-text'>Charitable donations on #GivingTuesday surpass $100 million for the first time.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Recognition and Adoption by Big Brands</div><div class='timeline-text'>Facebook, PayPal and other major companies start offering donation matching, enhancing the impact of #GivingTuesday.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Record-Breaking Donations Amid Pandemic</div><div class='timeline-text'>Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, #GivingTuesday 2020 sees record-breaking donations, demonstrating the resilience of generosity.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Organize a charity event</h3><p class='facts-text'>Whether it’s a bake sale, a charity run, or a fundraising concert, an event designed to raise funds for a good cause is a terrific way to celebrate the National Day of Giving. It’s fun, communal and directly beneficial to the good cause of your choosing.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Donate to your favorite charity</h3><p class='facts-text'>What better way to give back than to support organizations doing important work? Pick one or more of your favorite charities and make a donation. Even small amounts can have a significant impact when we all give.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Volunteer your time or skills</h3><p class='facts-text'>Time is often more valuable than money, and many organizations need volunteers either consistently or for special events. On this day of giving, consider dedicating a few hours to a cause you care about.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Send a thoughtful gift</h3><p class='facts-text'>Giving doesn't always involve money. Consider sending a thoughtful gift to someone in need or someone you know who's going through a tough time. It could be anything from a book to a basket of home-cooked meals, or even a handwritten letter of encouragement.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Perform random acts of kindness</h3><p class='facts-text'>Sometimes the smallest acts can have the biggest impacts. Pay for the coffee of the person behind you in line, offer to help an elderly neighbor with groceries, or simply share a smile with a stranger. Remember, kindness is irresistible!</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Giving helps our communities</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Small acts of giving, whether it be time, finances, or actions, can have incredibly big impacts on our communities. When we give, we are fostering a more compassionate and empathetic society rooted in the belief that everyone has something valuable to contribute.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>A response to consumer culture</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>In the face of Black Friday and Cyber Monday's rampant consumerism, the National Day of Giving provides a welcome antithesis that reminds us of what's truly important in life. It's a day to refocus our values on altruism and communal well-being rather than individual consumption.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Encourages kindness</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The National Day of Giving prompts us to perform random acts of kindness, reminding us that even small, personal actions can make somebody's day a little brighter. It allows us to spread joy through simple gestures and encourages us to bring kindness into every aspect of our lives.</p></div></div>
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