So, what is Giving Tuesday? Giving Tuesday is a worldwide movement of unity and giving that encourages people to do good for others and for their communities. Created in 2012, Giving Tuesday has inspired hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity. While it’s easy to think of “giving” as making a cash donation, the true spirit of Giving Tuesday is to inspire acts of generosity of every shape and size.

This year’s Giving Tuesday is on November 28, 2023, and we can’t wait to see how our troops put a Girl Scout spin on this holiday. How will you give back this year? Try these simple ideas to get started:   

Make someone smile! Spread cheer with a simple wave or compliment to someone you don’t know. Small gestures go a long way in creating a better day and remind us that we are all in this together.

Volunteer your time!  Engage in a community service project to help others in need.  Whether it’s cleaning up a local park, assisting the elderly, or organizing a food drive for pets or people, these acts of kindness embody the spirit of unity and generosity.

Be a changemaker! Use your voice as a megaphone to advocate for a cause that matters to you. Tell your friends and family why you feel strongly about the cause and suggest ways how they can help make a difference too!

Host a virtual fundraiser! Donate to a nonprofit that has impacted your life, like Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida! Host a Facebook fundraiser or simply help us spread the word about our council campaign! Don’t forget to hashtag #givingtuesday  

Every act of generosity counts and contributes to making the world a better place. If your troop has a community service event or special activity planned for Giving Tuesday, please share with us by emailing marketing@gsgcf.org or filling out the Share Your Troop News Wufoo form.