#GivingTuesdayKY

Countdown to Giving Tuesday 2026
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Tuesday, December 1, 2026

#GivingTuesday (Tuesday, December 1, 2026) is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world. Kentucky nonprofits, funders, and givers are invited to participate in a day all about giving and doing good TOGETHER.

GivingTuesday is not just about money, it’s also about sharing stories, celebrating volunteers, raising awareness of your activism efforts, and more. Join nonprofits across the world on December 1 in unleashing the power of generosity!

KNN is the proud state partner with Giving Tuesday and we urge you to join us in celebrating the GivingTuesday movement across the Commonwealth! Use the hashtag #GivingTuesdayKY in your outreach and your do-gooding efforts!

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How to Engage on #GivingTuesdayKY

Key trends from GivingTuesday 2025 you can apply to your 2026 plan (from DonorSnap blog):

  • Participation broadened: More small gifts, more peer-to-peer fundraising, and more people giving time and skills, not just money. Build options for donors at every level and for non-monetary supporters.
  • Matching gifts performed well: Hourly or day-long matches and challenge gifts helped campaigns surge at key times. If possible, line up at least one match window.
  • Local coalitions amplified reach: Regional GivingTuesday networks and issue-based collaboratives helped organizations share audiences and resources. Explore a local hub or coalition to co-promote events or content.
  • Short-form video and creator partnerships grew: Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts helped nonprofits tell quick, compelling stories and drive action. Plan a handful of short videos that highlight impact, a volunteer story, or a quick “how to give” guide.
  • Mobile-first giving increased: Donors acted from email, social posts, and text messages. Keep your donation forms fast, accessible, and mobile-friendly.

Some of the endless ways for your nonprofit to engage on #GivingTuesdayKY:

  • Kindness initiatives
  • 24 hours of gratitude
  • Community education
  • Direct fundraising
  • Resource maps/crowdsourcing
  • Stories of resilience/amplifying others
  • Free virtual experiences
  • Kickoff or wrap-up another campaign or initiative that your organization is hosting
  • Remember: Start where you are, and don’t get overwhelmed. There are many ways to engage, and even small campaigns can make a difference in your organization and your community!