What Is Giving Tuesday?

The days following Thanksgiving are usually dedicated to shopping as the holiday season officially kicks off with Black Friday and Cyber Monday. But did you know that the Tuesday after turkey day is a day to do good?

The global Giving Tuesday movement was created in 2012 to encourage people to do good in their communities. The goal is to inspire generosity around the world, which can be done by donating, volunteering or simply using your voice.

At Moffitt Cancer Center, for the past ten years, Giving Tuesday has become a way for supporters to show their kindness by making life-changing donations to cancer research. The community has helped the cancer center raise more than $400,000.

“Giving Tuesday encourages all of us to be generous to causes we believe in," said Maria Muller, president of the Moffitt Foundation. "We’re so grateful to everyone who helps cancer patients and their families by supporting Moffitt Cancer Center. Your generous donations directly fund research projects and innovative treatments that give new hope and options to those facing cancer."

Maria Muller

Promoted mainly over social media platforms the past eight years, the global movement has grown, inspiring hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate and celebrate generosity. 

While some may choose to give money during Giving Tuesday, there are multiple ways to participate. This includes using social media to spread the word about your favorite cause, volunteering your time or talent, donating goods or supplies, and showing gratitude to those around you. 

Giving Tuesday reminds us of the importance of a common goal: building a world where generosity is part of everyday life. 

To learn more about Giving Tuesday or to make a gift to Moffitt, click here.