Lend your time, money, or resources to make a difference this season.

However, there is one more day out of the year that deserves your recognition: Giving Tuesday.

What Is Giving Tuesday?

volunteers sorting donation boxes

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The holiday is always held on the Tuesday after Thanksgivingyes, right afterBlack FridayandCyber Monday.

The foundation launched the initiative by using social media outlets to encourage generosity.

In just nine years, the grassroots effort has turned into a global phenomenon.

How Does Giving Tuesday Work?

The organization operates through a web connection of community campaigns.

How to Get Involved

Anyone can get involved in Giving Tuesday.

Go to theGiving Tuesday websiteto check out the different community campaigns and see which services are needed.