American have set aside Thanksgiving Day for giving thanks and Black Friday and Cyber Monday for getting deals. #GivingTuesday is a global day dedicated to giving back. On the Tuesday after Thanksgiving (November 31), charities, families, businesses, community centers and students around the world will come together to celebrate generosity and to give. National Day of Giving harnesses the power of social media to give back around the world and throughout the year.

To participate, find a way to give back, and then share the idea with family, friends, local and national organizations using the power of #GivingTuesday on social media. There are so many local charities that could benefit from our help in time or money.