# When is Giving Tuesday 2026?

> Giving Tuesday 2026 falls on December 1, 2026. It is held on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, one day after Cyber Monday, and it asks people to give after a weekend of buying.

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## How it started

GivingTuesday began in 2012 as an idea from the 92nd Street Y, a cultural center in New York, working with the United Nations Foundation. The thinking was simple. Black Friday and Cyber Monday already had a place on the calendar, so why not a day for giving?

It has since grown into an independent nonprofit and a movement with organizers in many countries.

## You do not need money to join

Donations get most of the attention, but the day is about generosity of any kind.

- Give an hour to a local food bank or shelter.
- Donate blood, or book an appointment for later in the month.
- Clear out warm coats and pass them on.
- Write a thank-you note to a teacher, nurse or neighbor.

## Before you donate

Scammers follow the money, so look a charity up before you give. In the US, the IRS has a free tool to check tax-exempt organizations, and sites such as Charity Navigator publish ratings. Give through the charity’s own site rather than a link in a message.

## Dates

- December 1, 2026 (Tuesday)
- November 30, 2027 (Tuesday)
- November 28, 2028 (Tuesday)

## FAQ

### Is Giving Tuesday only in the United States?

No. It started there, but people and groups in many countries now take part.

### Do I have to donate money?

No. Volunteering, donating goods and small acts of kindness all count.