One Day of Giving Thanks Isn’t Enough: #GivingTuesday

Ever thought that one day of giving thanks isn’t enough?
Get ready for #GivingTuesday.

On November 28th, we’re celebrating #GivingTuesday, a national movement of organizations, businesses, and individuals working to transform how people think about, talk about, and participate in the giving season.

Coinciding with the Thanksgiving Holiday and the kickoff of the holiday shopping season, #GivingTuesday inspires people to take collaborative action to improve their local communities and give back in better, smarter ways to the organizations and causes they support. (For those not on Facebook or Twitter, the hashtag “#GivingTuesday” helps identify the effort online.)

#GivingTuesday is a counter narrative to Black Friday and Cyber Monday because it reminds us that the spirit of the holiday giving season should be about community and not just consumerism.

– Kathy Calvin, CEO of the UN Foundation

The event harnesses the power of social media to create a national momentum around the holidays that is dedicated to giving, similar to how Black Friday and Cyber Monday have become days that are, today, synonymous with holiday shopping. Folks are encouraged to post “unselfies” online and join us in celebrating the event. (See examples from our staff below!)

Since its start, the concept has gained considerable steam. With the help of the United Nations Foundation and other founding partners, more than 15,000 organizations have joined the movement and are providing creative ways people can embrace #GivingTuesday and collaborate in their giving efforts to create meaningful change.

How to Support RAFI on #GivingTuesday

Make a Monthly Donation

By joining our monthly giving program, you sustain our work on behalf of family farmers. Monthly donations help keep our administrative costs to a minimum, guaranteeing that your support has the most impact.

>> Click here to make a monthly online donation.

Make a One-Time Online Donation

Your contribution saves farms and supports a more just, sustainable food system for all. We’ll reach out to thank you and let you know what an impact you’ve made for farmers and agricultural communities.

>> Click here to make a one-time online donation.

Mail Your Donation

To send a donation in the mail, please send a personal check or money order payable to RAFI to the address below. Be sure to add a note specifying your gift is a #GivingTuesday gift. Please do not send cash.

Our mailing address: RAFI, PO Box 640, Pittsboro, NC 27312.

Donate by Phone

To make a donation with a credit card over the phone call us at (919) 542-1396.

Other Ways to Give

For details on other ways to give to RAFI, including planned giving options and bequests please email or call us at (919) 542-1396, ext. 202 and we would be happy to provide assistance.

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