How to Participate in GivingTuesday

Leave extra supplies (nonperishable food, OTC medicines, cleaning products) for your neighbors in a common area (near mailboxes, building lobby). Or create a Little Free Pantry in your community.

‣ Call or video chat with an older person in your life.
‣ Have a talent? Schedule a virtual performance.
‣ Contact a local nursing home to find out what they need.
‣ Write a letter to a senior through Love For Our Elders.

Display an encouraging message or inspiring doodle in your window. For those with kids at home, make signs together, then go on a walk to find others around your area. Create your own design or use our template.

‣ Start with non-perishible snacks and bottled water.
‣ Add bandages, lip balm, and travel-sized sunscreen.
‣ Include socks, menstrual supplies and hand sanitizer or wipes.
‣ Don't forget gloves and hand warmers for cold weather!

‣ Send a gift card for food to your fire and paramedic station.
‣ Write thank-you notes to doctors and nurses.
‣ Tip your delivery driver extra.
‣ Post a sign for your postal worker and sanitation crew.
‣ Stay home & wear a mask if you do have to go out.

‣ Pay for the next person's order at the coffee shop or drive-thru.
‣ Leave a gift card or cash at the gas pump.
‣ Tuck a grocery store gift card & a note in a shopping basket.
‣ Donate to pay utility bills for seniors or those struggling to make ends meet.

‣ Post messages from a favorite nonprofit on social media.
‣ Contact your elected officials in support of fair policies and funding for social services.
‣ Encourage your friends and family to give back.

Unleash generosity in your community by organizing a GivingTuesday Community movement for your city, town, or neighborhood.

Sometimes a kind word is all you need to start a chain of generosity that lasts throughout the day. Go beyond a "like" and make a point to offer positive feedback, compliments, and gratitude to as many people as you can today.

‣ Offer to pick up supplies if you're going to the store.
‣ Help with yard work or other chores for those who are ill, elderly, or immunocompromised.
‣ Share your contact info in case they need to reach out or just want to chat.

‣ Fill your community fridge, organize a pop-up free grocery store, or feed neighbors who are hungry
‣ Make an extra lunch while you make your own.
‣ Want to go beyond just a few meals? Check with your local shelter or food pantry to see how you can help

You can virtually volunteer right from your couch, ideas include: advocating for causes, transcribing or translating materials, helping organize campaigns, and more.