Tens of millions of people contributed critical support for communities and causes in just one day, as GivingTuesday marks more than $18.5 billion in giving in the US since launch in 2012.
GivingTuesday 2024 demonstrated once again how a day dedicated to giving back can spark worldwide compassion and action. The GivingTuesday Data Commons estimates that a record-breaking $3.6 billion was donated in the US alone, which brings the sum of GivingTuesday donations since its launch in 2012 to more than $18.5 billion.
The $3.6 billion donated yesterday represents a 16% increase from GivingTuesday 2023’s total of $3.1 billion. More people than ever in GivingTuesday history participated in the day, with 36.1 million people taking action across the US, in addition to the countless acts of generosity that occurred all over the world. This collective giving showcases the enduring spirit of community support despite ongoing societal challenges. From monetary donations to volunteering, acts of kindness ranged from local community efforts to global initiatives.
“Generosity isn’t just about money—it’s about connection and community,” said Asha Curran, GivingTuesday’s Chief Executive Officer. “In a world that can feel increasingly divided, we’re seeing people unite through simple acts of kindness that have profound ripple effects.”
Key GivingTuesday 2024 Highlights:
- Total Dollars Donated, US: $3.6 billion
- An increase of 16% compared to GivingTuesday 2023
- Total Participants, US: 36.1 million
- An increase of 7% compared to GivingTuesday 2023
- Participants who made financial contributions, US: 18.5 million
- An increase of 4% compared to GivingTuesday 2023
- Participants who gave goods, US: 12.9 million
- An increase of 32% compared to GivingTuesday 2023
- Participants who volunteered, US: 9.2 million
- An increase of 4% compared to GivingTuesday 2023
- Participants who spoke out about causes, US: 16.6 million
- An increase of 17% compared to GivingTuesday 2023
“This year’s record-breaking donations and participation demonstrate the incredible power of collective action,” Curran continued. “When millions unite with a shared purpose, we don’t just give what we can—we create real, tangible change. Each donation, each act of generosity, is a building block for community solutions that actually make a difference.”
We’re especially grateful for our GivingTuesday Data Commons partners who provide the data that enables our understanding of total giving on GivingTuesday: Benevity, BetterUnite, Blackbaud, Bloomerang, Bonterra, CanadaHelps, Chariot, Charity Navigator, Charityvest, Classy from GoFundMe, Combined Federal Campaign (CFC), Community Foundation of the Gunnison Valley, Daffy, DAFgiving360, Deluxe Merchant Services, Doare, DoJiggy, Donar Online, Donately, Donorbox, DonorDock, DonorPerfect, DonorsChoose, Every.org, Fidelity Charitable, Firespring, Fundraise Up, Give Lively, Givebutter, GiveCampus, Givelify, GiveSmart, Global Impact, GlobalGiving, Goodstack, Indspire, Keela, LaunchGood, Little Green Light, Mightycause, National Philanthropic Trust, NationBuilder, NEDDIE, Neon One, PayPal, Pledge, Qgiv, Raisely, RallyUp, Ruffalo Noel Levitz, Share Good, Silicon Valley Community Foundation (SVCF), Stripe, Tiltify and Vanguard Charitable.
From small towns to global hubs, people took action in meaningful ways across the globe. Thank you to all of you who made this the biggest, most generous GivingTuesday on record!
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