What is Giving Tuesday?
Giving Tuesday is a global movement inspiring acts of radical generosity. It's a chance to uplift your community, express gratitude, and spark positive change—sometimes through money, but also through meaningful actions.
Giving Tuesday has many different ideas, activities, and stories to share about those who have participated in the past and given back to their community. We also have some suggestions on how to give.
Simple Ways to Give
- Give Kindness: Write a heartfelt note or text to someone you appreciate.
- Compliment Freely: Make someone feel special with a compliment on their behavior, cooking, or anything that you love about them!
- Offer to Help Someone: The holidays can be a great time of need for loved ones. Offer to help by cooking, spending time together, or talking on the phone with those you love.
Ways to Give at SJPL
- Volunteer Your Time: Use your time, skills, and talents to strengthen the services provided by the San José Public Library.
- Donate Books and Materials: Our Friends of the Library groups accept gently used items at donations bins within our libraries.
Support Winter Reading
The San José Public Library Foundation enhances educational opportunities by funding programs, resources, and community initiatives that create an equitable and empowered San José. Discover how the Foundation supports learning through its Winter Read to Raise campaign, and find ways to get involved. Visit the Foundation’s website to learn more about its impact on our community.
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