Giving Tuesday: How to donate, what to give and the health benefits behind generosity
Since Giving Tuesday started 10 years ago, Americans have used the day to donate more than $10 billion.
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Since Giving Tuesday started 10 years ago, Americans have used the day to donate more than $10 billion.
There's research and brain imaging that shows being generous or volunteering has a variety of benefits.
Giving Tuesday is a global day of generosity, when people make donations to all kinds of organizations. It has become one of the biggest fundraising dates on the calendar.
Reddick, a Camden native, donated new winter coats to 200 students at St. Malachy in North Philadelphia.
On this Giving Tuesday, a well known mummer is reminding everyone it's not just about the parade on New Year's Day -- the mummers are giving back to the community all year long.
Some local animals could benefit from your donations. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Wakisha Bailey was at the North Philadelphia animal shelter.
Many non-profits and industry groups saying donations are down this year compared with previous years
In this season of giving, the American Red Cross is asking Americans to consider donating something that could be life-saving.
Blood supplies traditionally run low during the holidays. Now, the American Red Cross is hoping people will make giving blood a holiday habit.
Vittoria Woodill reports.
Stephanie Stahl reports.
The United Network for Organ Sharing refers to Giving Tuesday as "life-giving" Tuesday.
Giving Tuesday is a global movement that has inspired millions of people to donate to charities and celebrate generosity.
The day is earmarked for Americans to give back to their communities
After Thanksgiving, there's a host of shopping holidays but there's also an opportunity to give.
Today is Giving Tuesday, a movement to inspire charity at the beginning of the Christmas season.
The 27-foot glowing present offers residents a chance to give back locally.
How to avoid getting scammed on Giving Tuesday.
In the spirit of the season, many people save up money to make donations during the last few weeks of the year.
It's the fifth year of the global giving effort known as Giving Tuesday -- and you can make a difference.
The hashtag #GivingTuesday generated $46 million in donations last year. However, giving isn't just about the money, there's volunteering, and even donating blood.
We had Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Cyber Monday and now a day to help, it's Giving Tuesday.
#GivingTuesday is a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration.
Looking for something to do today? Here are our top three picks…there's something for everyone in the Philadelphia area!
If you don't have plans for Tuesday, it would be a good day to volunteer.
For several days, Philadelphia police have been monitoring social media and keeping an eye on threats related to looting and other unrest in the city.
Philadelphia police say a woman was shot during an apparent road rage incident on Temple University's campus Friday evening.
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President-elect Donald Trump has promised a sweeping overhaul of the country's immigration policy, including deporting millions of people who came to the U.S. illegally, when he assumes office in 2025.
Jalen Hurts is good to play against the Cowboys after Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni revealed the quarterback may be injured.
For several days, Philadelphia police have been monitoring social media and keeping an eye on threats related to looting and other unrest in the city.
Philadelphia police say a woman was shot during an apparent road rage incident on Temple University's campus Friday evening.
President-elect Donald Trump has promised a sweeping overhaul of the country's immigration policy, including deporting millions of people who came to the U.S. illegally, when he assumes office in 2025.
SEPTA workers have been negotiating a new contract since June.
Jalen Hurts is good to play against the Cowboys after Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni revealed the quarterback may be injured.
For several days, Philadelphia police have been monitoring social media and keeping an eye on threats related to looting and other unrest in the city.
Philadelphia police say a woman was shot during an apparent road rage incident on Temple University's campus Friday evening.
On Friday, police announced the arrest of two more people in connection with the illegal car meetups throughout Philadelphia in late September.
A tight race in western Pennsylvania decided the balance of power in the state legislature's lower chamber.
Philadelphia teacher Ellen Greenberg died in 2011 in what was ruled a suicide – but her parents argue Ellen was murdered.
New Jersey Forest Fire Service crews are battling at least three wildfires under unusually dry conditions.
The drought in New Jersey is putting serious stress on two of the Garden State's top crops – blueberries and cranberries.
Crews are battling multiple wildfires burning across New Jersey, including at the Glassboro Wildlife Management Area.
Roads have reopened around the Black Run Preserve in Evesham Township, New Jersey, as crews work to contain the Bethany Run Wildfire.
The 120-year ban on alcohol sales in Haddon Heights, New Jersey, could soon come to an end.
President-elect Donald Trump has promised a sweeping overhaul of the country's immigration policy, including deporting millions of people who came to the U.S. illegally, when he assumes office in 2025.
Delaware State University will become the first historically Black institution to offer Division I women's wrestling.
Delaware's Sarah McBride will be the first openly trans person to hold a seat in Congress.
Delaware voters are selecting their next governor, lieutenant governor and members of the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives.
Democratic New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer has defeated Republican state Rep. Mike Ramone to become the next governor of Delaware, CBS News projects.
Cheese processed at plant in Lena, Illinois, may be tainted by bacteria that can cause serious and fatal infections.
Brailey Valenzuela became the fourth patient at CHOP to successfully undergo this type of fetal heart surgery.
Rose Phillips works with Main Street to advocate for the Bucks County breast cancer community all year long.
The manufacturer of tumblers sold at Wawa stores says it has received four reports of cuts from the product's metal drinking straws.
Jefferson Health's new 3D-printed implants offer a life-changing option for patients who need spinal fusion.
Devon Seafood in Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square is set to close on Dec. 31.
The University of the Arts' nine-property, 760,000-square-foot campus portfolio in Center City is up for sale.
The Star-Ledger and several other New Jersey newspapers will end their print publications in 2025.
Montgomery County's Conshohocken Italian Bakery closed for good Sunday after baking up fresh bread, treats and tomato pies for more than 50 years.
The Wells Fargo Center is getting retail upgrades, including expanded clothing options for women and children and two new shopping spaces.
SEPTA workers have been negotiating a new contract since June.
A strike by SEPTA workers could affect Philadelphia students who rely on public transportation to get to school.
The 2024 Cooper Norcross Run the Bridge event will shut down the Ben Franklin Bridge for a few hours on Sunday morning.
Interstate 76 in Philadelphia reopened between Montgomery Drive and City Ave after a brush fire on Thursday night.
State police said a man was killed in an accident on I-95 North in Newport, Delaware, on Tuesday night.
Jalen Hurts is good to play against the Cowboys after Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni revealed the quarterback may be injured.
Some big changes are coming to the Phillies' front office, with Sam Fuld and Preston Mattingly each receiving promotions.
Owen Tippett scored the tying goal in the closing minutes of regulation, then got the clinching shootout goal as the Flyers beat the Lightning, 2-1.
Delaware State University will become the first historically Black institution to offer Division I women's wrestling.
Philadelphia City Council is getting ready to jump into the plans for a new Sixers arena in Market East. Here's the schedule.
The nominations for the 67th Grammy Awards have been announced, and the nominees include a long list of top music stars.
Quincy Jones, the multi-talented music legend who collaborated with everyone from Michael Jackson to Frank Sinatra, has died at 91, his family announced.
Philly sports fans unite in South Philly this weekend as the Eagles, Sixers and Flyers all have home games. Plus, we're talking star-studded concerts and fall festivals.
"Tabletop for CHOP" is using Dungeons and Dragons and other tabletop games to raise money for Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Rapper Young Thug, whose given name is Jeffery Williams, pleaded guilty Thursday to gang, drug and gun charges.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Talk about bravery and determination. A patient from Nemours Children’s Hospital takes part in the U.S. Paralympics Swimming National Championships. Stephanie Stahl reports.
We continue to be under a NEXT Weather alert for the breezy and dry conditions. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast.
Outside prosecutors say they cannot prove beyond a reasonable doubt that a crime was committed in the case of Ellen Greenberg, a Philadelphia educator who died in 2011. It was a case her parents have long fought to be called a homicide but was instead ruled as a suicide.
Negotiations between SEPTA and its largest union ended Friday afternoon with no new contract. The possibility of a strike is putting thousands of people on edge. Ray Strickland reports.
Firefighters all across the state are on alert as New Jersey was under a red flag warning. That means conditions are ripe for more wildfires. Kerri Corrado reports in Evesham Township talking with firefighters about how exhausting this must be.