Our Story
After creating a collaborative to measure the impact of GivingTuesday annually, we launched the Data Commons to deepen our understanding of generosity—not just on GivingTuesday each year, but globally and year-round. By bringing together voices from the nonprofit, academic, and philanthropic sectors, we conduct research on giving behaviors and trends to strengthen civil society and build a more resilient nonprofit sector.
Today, the Data Commons drives projects that enhance the sector’s data infrastructure, providing insights that help organizations amplify their impact and foster generosity year-round.
GivingTuesday’s strategic plan envisions a more just, compassionate, and resilient world, aiming to mobilize a billion more people through collective giving and radical generosity. The Data Commons supports this vision by advancing research and insights that strengthen the movement and deepen our understanding of generosity in action.
Our Work
The GivingTuesday Data Commons is a community of researchers, nonprofit and philanthropic practitioners, platform professionals, and civil society organizations working together on shared infrastructure, insights, and initiatives. Through this collaboration:
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We empower the social sector with data for better decision-making.
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We analyze global generosity drivers, networks, giving behaviors, and patterns.
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We collect comprehensive datasets on individual giving behavior.
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We provide the infrastructure and tools necessary for collaborative research.
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Our Team
As part of the GivingTuesday global team, our dedicated data scientists, engineers, and knowledge management experts work to transform data into impact.
Our Supporters
Our work at GivingTuesday is made possible by the generosity of our funders and supporters, who share our vision of a more just and generous world. Their commitment enables us to drive innovation, expand our global movement, and provide the research and resources that fuel generosity everywhere. With their support, we can mobilize millions of people, foster collective giving, and build a lasting culture of generosity.
Lead Supporter
This Work is Generously Supported By
Additional Support Provided By
Laurence and Carolyn Belfer
Heinz Family Foundation
Hilary Pennington
Rob Reich
Drs. Gail and Leonard Saltz
MacKenzie Scott
Jennifer and Jonathan Allan Soros
Walker Family Foundation