Why Giving Tuesday Matters for School Programs — and How to Make It Count

Each year, on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, people around the world take a moment to give back. Giving Tuesday is a global day of generosity — a reminder that small acts of support can make a big difference in our communities.

For schools, coaches, and activity leaders, Giving Tuesday offers something special: a chance to celebrate and sustain the programs that help students grow. Whether it’s on the field, on stage, or in the classroom, these experiences teach teamwork, perseverance, and leadership lessons that last a lifetime.

How Snap! Raise Is Helping Programs Participate

This Giving Tuesday, Snap! Raise is making it easy for schools, teams, and youth programs to join the movement. We’re offering our customers the opportunity to partake in a 36-hour fundraising campaign on December 1 and 2, 2025. Our team will reconnect with supporters who previously donated to your program, inviting them to give again and continue their impact. All you have to do is opt-in, and we’ll take care of the rest! Check your email to find your opt-in link, or reach out to your Snap! Raise representative.

If you’re running a Snap! Raise fundraiser that will be live on Giving Tuesday, we’re also offering something special for you! On December 2nd, we’ll send an extra donation invitation to your potential supporters, encouraging them to make a contribution to your group on the biggest giving day of the year.

Why Giving Tuesday Matters for School Programs

Giving Tuesday is more than a fundraising opportunity — it’s a celebration of community. It’s a reminder that when we come together, we can support the next generation of leaders, artists, musicians, and athletes.

By participating, your program connects with families, alumni, and supporters who care deeply about your students’ success. It’s a moment to highlight the lasting impact of extracurricular activities and show how continued support helps your program grow stronger each year.

Join the Movement

If your program has fundraised with Snap! Raise before, check your email or connect with your rep. Signing up for the Giving Tuesday campaign lets us help you make the most of this global day of generosity — for your program, your students, and your community.

For more Giving Tuesday fundraising ideas, check out our tips from 2024.

Snap! Raise has worked with over 150,000 teams, groups, and programs since 2014, and raised over $1B. We’re proud to be the safest, easiest, and most effective fundraising platform for youth athletics and activities. Want to learn more about starting a fundraiser with us? Fill out the form below to connect to a Snap! Raise Rep!