About
GivingTuesday

GivingTuesday is the world’s largest generosity movement.
Whether it’s making someone smile, helping a stranger, or giving to those who need our help, every act of generosity counts, and everyone has something to give.

How It Began

GivingTuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. The idea caught on, and has grown around the world, inspiring hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity.

GivingTuesday was founded in 2013 in Canada by CanadaHelps.org, GIV3 and several other founding partners. GivingTuesday has active movements in more than 80 countries, working year-round to inspire generosity around the world, with a common mission to create a world where giving is part of everyday life.

How far we've come

Within just a few years GivingTuesday has grown into a global movement with hundreds of millions of people participating in whatever ways they can. Some key results from GivingTuesday 2021.

80+

country movements around the world

47

local community movements across Canada

$43.6m 

donated online in Canada on Nov 30th (for reporting platforms)

millions

of generous people
doing good

24 turkeys

donated for families
in need

800 ducks

sponsored for
wetland conservation

600 pounds of food

donated to help the needy

464 
scouts

participated in acts of
kindness

Who's Involved?

Everyone! We welcome a broad range of participants, from charities to small businesses and corporations, to individuals and families. These partners have one important thing in common: they are committed to generosity and creating positive change. 

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2021 Highlights

Here are some of the highlights that showcase the creative and inspiring acts of giving that took place on #GivingTuesdayCA 2021.

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Recent Press

We've had some fantastic press to support the GivingTuesday movement - check out some of the coverage!

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Toronto Star

Giving isn't just for GivingTuesday

November 29, 2022
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Ottawa Sun

For many Canadians, Giving Tuesday is the most wonderful day of the holiday season

November 29, 2022
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Toronto Star

Calling all volunteers!

November 29, 2022
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Frequently Asked Questions

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