Some charities that have already signed up are The Autism Tree Project and Words Alive.
The movement started in 2012 in New York and now the people of San Diego want to be a big part of the cause.
In past years, entertainers and athletes have lent their names to the effort and surprised children in their communities with shopping sprees. Last year, St. Jude Children’s Hospital hosted a GiveThanks Holiday Pop-Up in New York City on GivingTuesday and it was a great function for all.
In 2017, more than $300 million was raised but it didn’t include the volunteer hours, donations of food and clothing, and other acts of kindness.
Henry Timms, founder of GivingTuesday, said in a press release. “As we prepare for November 27, we’re energized and encouraged by the community’s generosity. The levels of creativity, effort and the quality of the new ideas people have contributed and shared are phenomenal.”