There’s only one cure for the doldrums following a long weekend of binge-eating, binge-watching and binge-shopping: giving back! (Well, that, and a decent nap, probably.)
This Tuesday, several A-listers are participating in #GivingTuesday, a global event that encourages consumers to scratch that spending itch by donating to charities and nonprofits near and dear to their hearts. Founded in 2012 by New York’s 92nd Street Y and the United Nations Foundation as a response to the commercialization of the Thanksgiving weekend’s Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping extravaganzas, Giving Tuesday has been gaining steam over the past two years. Even more “commercial” retailers are getting in on the giving spirit — Macy’s is donating to the Make-a-Wish foundation and Nordstrom is donating shoes to kids in need.
Related Stories
Celebrities have come out in full force, too, championing their favorite causes — from UNICEF to the ASPCA — on social media and urging their followers to contribute.
See their charities of choice below.
Cara Delevingne: Girl Up
This #GivingTuesday I’m donating to @GirlUp to help refugee girls in Uganda go to school. Join… https://t.co/Ubzt1eiFgK
— Cara Delevingne (@Caradelevingne) November 29, 2016
Sarah Paulson: Heifer International
It’s giving Tuesday, y’all! End poverty on #GivingTuesday. Donate to @Heifer and all gifts will be DOUBLED! #GiveHeiferhttp://bit.ly/2fmbZDO
— Sarah Paulson (@MsSarahPaulson) November 29, 2016
Melinda Gates: Donation Matching Through Facebook Fundraisers
Last Thursday, we gave thanks. On #GivingTuesday, we give back. https://t.co/fggEbWx1h7 pic.twitter.com/3zOq8I9W4g
— Melinda Gates (@melindagates) November 29, 2016
Kerry Washington: National Network to End Domestic Violence
Happy #GivingTuesday!Help me end financial abuse,bid on this @ToryBurch #PurplePurse. #FreeToWalk #Kerry4PurplePurse https://t.co/YED5pmsrQA pic.twitter.com/z4ggSfAKKw
— kerry washington (@kerrywashington) November 29, 2016
Debra Messing: PSI, HIV/Aids Testing
Heading to Times Square to ring in today’s NASDAQ! Happy #GivingTuesday #PSI #AIDSfreeGeneration
— Debra Messing (@DebraMessing) November 29, 2016
Michael J. Fox: Parkinson’s Research
Today is #GivingTuesday! Support Parkinson’s research and your gift will be matched dollar for dollar: https://t.co/b8gMysuG2B pic.twitter.com/ivjpndH5M4
— michaeljfox.org (@MichaelJFoxOrg) November 29, 2016
Bruce Springsteen: Community FoodBank
Today, 1 in 5 NJ kids will miss at least one meal. Give to @CFBNJ today & your gift will be doubled. https://t.co/uhqoGGaYa2 #GivingTuesday
— Bruce Springsteen (@springsteen) November 29, 2016
Pink: No Kid Hungry
This holiday season I’m supporting #NoKidHungry and their work to feed kids in need. Join me: https://t.co/j9RyrvXSiu #GivingTuesday pic.twitter.com/ZKIihqvcda
— P!nk (@Pink) November 29, 2016
Mandy Moore: PSI and ASPCA
It’s #GivingTuesday, folks. I’m supporting the great work of @PSIimpact & @ASPCA. RT what causes & organizations are near & dear to you!
— Mandy Moore (@TheMandyMoore) November 29, 2016
Barbra Streisand: Women’s Heart Alliance
80% of heart disease is preventable. This #GivingTuesday, donate to @WHA to help fight women’s heart disease. https://t.co/IxjCvvqFif pic.twitter.com/O1ILOrCEsM
— Barbra Streisand (@BarbraStreisand) November 29, 2016
Susan Sarandon: Refuge Point
Today, #GivingTuesday, I stand #WithRefugees & @RefugePt, because we can help refugees build better lives. https://t.co/ZPgkjRDog9
— Susan Sarandon (@SusanSarandon) November 29, 2016
Chris Evans: Christopher’s Haven
I’ve been challenged by @chris_haven to get 5 people to donate just $5! Help if you can! https://t.co/H6Z70KEgxY #Give5Get5 #GivingTuesday
— Chris Evans (@ChrisEvans) November 29, 2016
Lin-Manuel Miranda: Hispanic Federation
7) Back to #GivingTuesday! I give to https://t.co/OIsUUJCoQ3 to expand community organizing in Latino communities & help community agencies.
— Lin-Manuel Miranda (@Lin_Manuel) November 29, 2016
John Stamos: Childhelp
There’s a lot of dark in the world. @Childhelp brings light. They do great work for the kids in need. #GivingTuesday https://t.co/Vb6ywXrBCk pic.twitter.com/gAg4eO87Hg
— John Stamos (@JohnStamos) November 29, 2016
Sarah Hyland: No Kid Hungry
This #GivingTuesday you can make #NoKidHungry a reality. Every $1 donated connects kids in need with up to 10 meals! https://t.co/dZatFL7h2E
— Sarah Hyland (@Sarah_Hyland) November 29, 2016
Ben Affleck: Feeding America
Make a difference to help end hunger on #GivingTuesday. $1 = 11 meals to people in need. Donate to @FeedingAmerica https://t.co/NsiIQUQRbS
— Ben Affleck (@BenAffleck) November 29, 2016
Larry Wilmore: UNICEF
Proud to support @unicefusa and the #ForceForChange campaign. #GivingTuesday @starwars @Target pic.twitter.com/P3ORfhIYEV
— Larry Wilmore (@larrywilmore) November 29, 2016
Karlie Kloss: Kids Off the Block
Help @DianeKOB of #KidsOffTheBlock buy a new home. You’ll double the impact w our matching donations! #GivingTuesday https://t.co/roP7PM1eLT pic.twitter.com/YlgIwd6cAD
— Karlie Kloss (@karliekloss) November 29, 2016
Trisha Yearwood: Habitat for Humanity
A day of giving back is always a good day!
On #GivingTuesday join us in supporting #HabitatforHumanity https://t.co/BNP8xIeMfM pic.twitter.com/JEHawUntDC
— Trisha Yearwood (@trishayearwood) November 29, 2016
Tony Goldwyn: Americares
On #Givingtuesday, please consider @americares to help get healthcare to places that need it most. Donate here: https://t.co/FbfFiC16wB pic.twitter.com/05rRESMlNu
— Tony Goldwyn (@tonygoldwyn) November 29, 2016
Ricky Gervais: Cruelty Free International
Please support @crueltyfreeintl on #GivingTuesday. Donate to their Christmas appeal & help save dogs in laboratories https://t.co/dSghHaPs9V
— Ricky Gervais (@rickygervais) November 29, 2016
Josh Groban: Find Your Light Foundation
It’s #GivingTuesday! Please consider @FYLFoundation and the importance of arts education in kid’s lives. Thank you! https://t.co/Q1crw7iiUf
— josh groban (@joshgroban) November 29, 2016
Joe Manganiello: Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh
Proud to serve on the board of trustees for @ChildrensPgh. Hope you’ll help support their great work. https://t.co/qX1AnLVBM9 #GivingTuesday pic.twitter.com/unj71rvF8g
— Joe Manganiello (@JoeManganiello) November 29, 2016
