Giving Tuesday is a special reminder of the power of generosity and community spirit. Looking to give back this year? Here are five ideas that make it easy to make a difference—whether with your time, your resources, or simply your voice. Each act, big or small, creates a ripple of positive change.
Sign Up for a Long-Term Volunteer Program
While a single day of giving is powerful, long-term commitment amplifies the impact. Use Giving Tuesday as a starting point to volunteer regularly, whether it’s at a local shelter or as part of a nonprofit’s community program. Operation Warm’s Community Impact Volunteer program allows you to volunteer with a cause that matters to you and make a year-round impact.
2. Use Social Media for Good
Your social media platform can be a powerful tool to spread awareness and amplify impact. Post about causes you care about, engage with their content, and encourage friends and family to get involved. Tag your posts with #GivingTuesday and #MoreThanACoat to raise awareness for Operation Warm and other organizations close to your heart.
3. Donate What You Can
Monetary donations are a powerful way to help organizations fulfill their missions and serve communities in meaningful ways. Every contribution, no matter the size, adds up to make a significant impact.
This Giving Tuesday, thanks to our amazing Giving Tuesday partner, Nordstrom, you can DOUBLE your donation made to Operation Warm. This means your contribution can go twice as far in helping kids stay warm all season long!
4. Turn Your Hobby into a Fundraiser
Have a hobby like baking, crafting, or photography? Use it to raise funds for a nonprofit on Giving Tuesday. Bake and sell cookies, create custom crafts, or offer photo sessions with proceeds going to a charity of your choice. Starting your own fundraiser for Operation Warm is as easy as heading to this link!
5. Create a “Chain of Kindness” in Your Community
Start a “chain of kindness” by performing small acts of goodwill in your neighborhood. Buy a coffee for someone, offer to rake a neighbor’s leaves, or deliver homemade treats to essential workers.
Making Giving Tuesday Count
This Giving Tuesday, find a way to make a difference that resonates with you. With so many ways to give back, your efforts—whether big or small—can create lasting change.
At Operation Warm, we are grateful for every gesture of support, whether big or small. Together, we can bring warmth to those who need it most.
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