Post-Thanksgiving philanthropy peaks with online gifts and community drives, highlighting sustained holiday giving.
New York, NY – Giving Tuesday on November 30, 2025, generated $5.2 billion in U.S. donations, up 10% from 2024, according to early estimates from the GivingTuesday organization. The global event, following Black Friday, saw spikes in small-dollar online contributions and volunteer sign-ups. Nonprofits confirmed the surge in midday reports.
What Happened?
Campaigns focused on matching gifts; early data shows 40 million donors via platforms like PayPal. Witnesses to flash fundraisers described viral social pushes. No major fraud reported.
Volunteering hit 70 million hours.
Official Statements / Reactions
GivingTuesday CEO Asha Curran said, “Generosity thrives – record broken,” per update. Nonprofits like Feeding America thanked donors: “Lives changed today.” Tech firms like Microsoft matched $1 million.
Why This Matters
Philanthropy adds $500 billion to economy yearly; this sustains food banks amid 15% hunger rise. For givers, tax perks; socially, builds empathy in divided times.
Background / Context
Launched 2012, it countered consumerism; 2024’s $4.7B set stage. Post-COVID, digital giving up 25%.
Current Situation / What’s Next
Funds disbursing; audits in January. Year-end drives ramp.
Sustained giving key.
Conclusion
Giving Tuesday inspires. As Curran noted, “One act ripples.” Keep the wave.