It’s almost Giving Tuesday. Here’s how generosity will change in 2021

Author Brennan Doherty
More social impact organizations bought into digital platforms, mutual aid organizations grew, and volunteerism took on new forms

Why It Matters

Imagine Canada predicted in March that the sector would lose out on billions in expected revenue. By and large, they were right. But the rise of non-monetary generosity shows how social impact is still very much alive, and 2021 will see charities rely on innovative approaches to draw donations.

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