Support Small Businesses and Charities this Giving Tuesday
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GiveRise, a Toronto-based startup, empowers generosity this Giving Tuesday by turning secondhand sales into support for Canadian nonprofits. Shop, sell, volunteer, or spread the word to make a meaningful impact!
Celebrate Giving Tuesday with GiveRise, where every purchase and sale supports Canadian nonprofits. Join the movement by shopping sustainably, selling with purpose, or volunteering to create positive change in your community!
Giving Tuesday, a global movement to inspire generosity, kicks off the giving season on December 3rd. While the turbulent economy may make it harder for many to participate, it’s important to remember that giving isn’t just about money. It’s about kindness, time, skills, and heartfelt actions.
GiveRise, a Toronto-based startup, was founded around this very idea. The journey began when founder Janelle Bernard wanted to support causes but didn’t have the means. Instead, she turned to her artwork and closet, selling items she no longer needed to raise funds for nonprofits. The experience inspired her to create a platform where others could do the same. Today, GiveRise is an online thrift store and marketplace where every purchase benefits a Canadian nonprofit.
Here are some meaningful ways to get involved with GiveRise this Giving Tuesday without putting additional strain on your wallet.
Sell it Forward
As we enter the expensive holiday season, it’s a great time to explore a side hustle. The GiveRise marketplace hosts local vendors selling everything from gently used clothing and accessories to original paintings, handmade home decor, and more. What makes GiveRise different is that a minimum of 5% of each sale is donated to a local nonprofit of the vendor’s choice. Not only will you have the chance to earn extra income, but your side hustle can also become a force for good, helping local nonprofits and the communities they serve.
Holiday Shopping with Purpose
The holidays are a time of gift-giving, and there are ways to extend the impact of the things we buy. Shopping small, for instance, supports local businesses and helps boost the economy in your own community. When you shop at big-box stores, you’re contributing to a larger, often less sustainable system. In contrast, shopping locally leaves a smaller environmental footprint. At the same time, GiveRise offers guilt-free shopping: you can rest easy knowing that by purchasing unique items, you’re not only reducing waste and supporting small businesses, but you’re also helping Canadian nonprofits with each transaction.
Volunteer Your Time
Another wonderful gift to give this Giving Tuesday is your time. Whether it’s extra time spent with loved ones or helping an important cause, giving your attention can make people feel valued. Volunteering has significant benefits beyond the recipients, including improved mood, reduced stress, and a stronger sense of purpose. It also helps build empathy, gratitude, and social connections. If you’re unsure where to volunteer, GiveRise has a list of nonprofit partners you can explore to find a cause that resonates with you.
Help Grow the Impact
Nonprofits often rely on small teams and volunteers to carry out their work. If volunteering isn’t an option, one easy way to support their efforts is by helping spread the word. Social media makes this easier than ever—by following nonprofit accounts, sharing their posts, and engaging with their content through likes and comments, you increase their visibility. The more engagement they receive, the more likely their posts are to appear on other users’ feeds. Additionally, if you know of a nonprofit that isn’t currently listed on GiveRise, invite them to join the platform and extend their reach.
Get Involved
This Giving Tuesday and throughout the holiday season, we all have the opportunity to make mindful decisions that positively impact our communities. By shopping small, buying secondhand, and purchasing from fundraising marketplaces like GiveRise, we can help reduce waste when consumption is at its peak, support local businesses, and give back to nonprofit organizations. What’s more, continuing these mindful practices throughout the year can create lasting change that extends far beyond the holidays.
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