A LOOK BACK AT TRENDS IN GLOBAL GENEROSITY

The giving ecosystem is far more complex and diverse than we generally realize. In fact, according to our research, over 76% of acts of generosity are non-monetary and 65% do not involve nonprofit entities. That is why it is so important to measure the quantity, character, and value of acts of generosity across the entire giving ecosystem.

The Data Commons released From Scarcity to Abundance: Mapping the Giving Ecosystem, a look back into worldwide generosity in 2021. The report not only drew on a broad range of data sources to provide a unique window on the state of giving in 2021, but — equally importantly — laid the foundation for a rethinking of how the social sector understands — and cultivates — generosity. The detailed analysis highlights generosity as abundant and diverse and underlines the many ways in which people contribute to their communities beyond monetary donations and formal organizations. For more details, read the full 2021 From Scarcity to Abundance Report here.

TRACKING RECORD-BREAKING GIVING IN THE UNITED STATES

Dollars donated on GivingTuesday in the US grew to $3.1 billion – a 15% increase from 2021. Those results are encouraging, but it’s important to note the significant volatility in giving as we head into 2023. The 2022 Lookback report will be released in the coming months and will provide key insights to inform sector strategy Online