By Mark - Reading time 3 minsGiving Tuesday is a global day of generosity. This day is a moment when people everywhere come together to make a difference.
For Make-A-Wish®, Giving Tuesday is more than a single day of giving. It’s an opportunity to share hope, joy, and strength for children facing critical illnesses. Every donation, fundraiser, or act of kindness helps grant wishes that bring families together and give children the chance to rediscover the magic of their childhood.
This Giving Tuesday, give hope. Help Make-A-Wish make more wishes come true. Giving Tuesday reminds us that even small acts of kindness can create moments of joy, hope, and change. This is especially for children whose everyday lives are shaped by illness.
What is Giving Tuesday
Giving Tuesday is a global movement that encourages generosity and action. It takes place each year on the Tuesday after major shopping events like Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Giving Tuesday inspires people, organizations, and businesses around the world to give back, through donations, volunteering, or acts of kindness. This event is invented to support causes that matter.
The movement began in 2012 in New York City, founded by the team at 92nd Street, in partnership with the United Nations Foundation. What started as a simple idea to create a day focused on doing good, has since grown into a worldwide tradition celebrated in more than 100 countries.This global movement is celebrated by organizations like Make-A-Wish around the world.
When is Giving Tuesday
Celebrated on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving (in 2025, that’s December 2nd) Giving Tuesday marks the official start of the season of giving. It offers a meaningful contrast to consumerism, on which the focus lies during the holiday season.
Instead of focusing on buying, people all over the world turn their attention to kindness, generosity, and community. It’s a day to give time, donations, or support to causes that make a real difference. For Make-A-Wish, it’s a chance to remind everyone how powerful an act of giving can be.
Impact of Giving Tuesday
Giving Tuesday has become a global movement that transforms generosity into real, measurable change for communities and organizations. It encourages people of different backgrounds to come together. Everyone’s support makes the world better. This spirit of collective giving strengthens communities, builds empathy, and reminds people of the power they have to make a difference.
For charities, Giving Tuesday provides a unique opportunity to raise awareness, inspire new supporters, and generate essential funds.
Nonprofits often see a surge in donations and volunteer sign-ups, helping them expand their impact and reach more people in need. Beyond financial support, it helps to build long-term connections between organizations and their communities, creating a culture of kindness that lasts long after the day itself.
How to donate on Giving Tuesday
Giving Tuesday makes it easy for everyone to take part in something meaningful. You can donate directly through our website, join or start a fundraising event, or start your own online campaign to inspire others to give. Many organizations also offer monthly giving options or matching gift programs, allowing your contribution to go even further. When you support Make-A-Wish, every donation helps grant life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. Your generosity brings hope, joy, and strength to families when they need it most. Get involved today and be part of something bigger. Help Make-A-Wish bring the magic of a wish to life this Giving Tuesday. Do you have questions? Don’t hesitate to contact us.