Why Nonprofits Matter, Giving Tuesday & Nonprofit Data at a Glance

Happy Thanksgiving!  

Let’s digest the following…

• There are ~1.8 million nonprofits in the US
• There are 10 million nonprofits globally
• Americans gave $550 billion to nonprofits in 2023
• $3 billion was raised on Giving Tuesday alone
• Volunteers contribute 4 billion hours annually
• Nonprofits are the 3rd largest sector of the economy

If you’re doing (more) good (better) in your life and work, chances are multiple nonprofits are involved.

A Good Quote

"Nonprofits are really the conscience of our society." – Michelle Nunn

A Good Note

Most of us know, love, serve, and support nonprofits in our  hometown and/or around the world.

For good reason…

Nonprofits fill the void where government programs and private sector initiatives fall short. They ensure that no community, need, or opportunity for good is overlooked.

Here’s why their role matters more than ever:

• Bridging Gaps: Nonprofits address critical issues that lack sufficient government funding or private investment, from housing insecurity to environmental conservation.
• Amplifying Voices: They empower marginalized communities, ensuring representation and advocacy where it's needed most.
• Fostering Innovation: Many social innovations—from microloans to food banks—began in nonprofits, pioneering solutions later adopted by other sectors and systems.
• Building Resilience: In times of crisis, nonprofits are often the first responders and the enduring support systems, rebuilding communities with care and dedication.

Nonprofits don't just support society—they strengthen it.

Their work reminds us that collective impact is possible when compassion meets action and innovation.

A Good Example

Bridging Gaps:

Feeding America provides meals to over 40 million Americans annually, addressing food insecurity where government programs alone can't meet the need.

Amplifying Voices:

Human Rights Watch brings global attention to human rights violations, advocating for the voiceless and holding governments accountable.

Fostering Innovation:

Kiva revolutionized microfinance by connecting lenders to underserved entrepreneurs worldwide, sparking a global movement of financial inclusion.

Building Resilience:

Doctors Without Borders deploys medical teams to conflict zones and disaster-stricken regions, offering life-saving care when systems are overwhelmed.

A Good Recommendation

Learn more about Giving Tuesday and how they…

• Raised $3.1 billion in 2023
• Reach 95 countries and 300+ communities worldwide
• Predict they’ll will raise over $3.5 billion this year

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A Good Question

Tell us about the nonprofit(s) YOU know, love, serve, or support! (We might feature them in an upcoming edition!)

Answer

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