What is Giving Tuesday?
Giving Tuesday is a global day of generosity and compassion, mobilizing communities to give back locally at the start of the holiday season. A powerful day of collective giving, every act of generosity is amplified when you donate, share the message and invite others to join in. It’s about giving back to the community you live, work or study in.
Black Friday sales save money—your Giving Tuesday gift saves lives.
As we head into one of the busiest shopping seasons of the year, we’re surrounded by messages about savings, door crashers, and limited-time offers. But the month of December brings something far more meaningful:
On Tuesday, December 2, your donation can make an double the impact. Thanks to a generous anonymous group of donors, every gift made on Giving Tuesday will be matched dollar-for-dollar, up to $50,000.
The Impact your gift can make
Skip the sales and give the gift that matters most — a stronger, more connected community.
$50
could provide a healthy meal to 6 homeless or at-risk youth.
$100
could support 5 people experiencing homelessness in finding alternatives to emergency shelters.
$2500
could support one individual in achieving independent, safe housing, by transitioning out of emergency shelters.
Give the gift of hope
Your generosity fuels our efforts and gives hope to people in need.
Waterloo Region continues to face one of the most severe housing crises in our history. More families are falling into homelessness, shelters are stretched, and local agencies are under immense strain. Your gift provides families with basic needs, emergency shelter, food support, and strengthens vital community programs — making a real difference right here at home.