Today is Giving Tuesday! So, where should you contribute?

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Giving Tuesday, which kicked off in 2012 thanks to the 92nd Street Y and the United Nations Foundation, serves as a national day of generosity that launches the holiday giving season and pushes back against the rampant consumerism we often see right after Thanksgiving. If you’re thinking of making this day part of your year-end festivities, you might be wondering how best to participate. Luckily, a nonprofit based in San Francisco called GiveWell just released their annual recommendations for impactful giving.

Here are GiveWell’s top picks for where to make a difference this Tuesday (and any day of the year!):

1. Against Malaria Foundation (AMF)
   Malaria claims over a million lives each year and hinders Africa’s economic growth. The solution is surprisingly simple: bed nets. The Against Malaria Foundation provides funding to distribute these nets in areas where malaria is prevalent, saving lives for very little money. For just $10, you can provide three nets that will protect two people for ten years. Plus, you can even gift nets – a unique idea for holiday presents! You can donate to AMF here.
2. Deworm the World Initiative (DtWI)
   Want to improve education in developing countries? The answer might not be what you expect: deworming. Millions of school-aged kids are at risk of parasitic worms that lead to anemia and stunted development, preventing them from attending school. The Deworm the World Initiative helps governments implement deworming programs to keep these children healthy and in school. Just $5 can deworm ten children for a year. You can donate to DtWI here.
3. GiveDirectly
   GiveDirectly operates under a straightforward concept: they provide unconditional cash transfers to those living in extreme poverty. Their model has garnered support from notable figures, including those from Google. Research shows that their assistance leads to significant improvements in various aspects of life, including earnings and food security. That extra $10, $20, or $50 sitting in your wallet could transform someone’s life. You can donate to GiveDirectly here.
4. Schistosomiasis Control Initiative (SCI)
   Schistosomiasis is a parasitic disease affecting over 200 million people globally and can kill up to 200,000 each year. For less than fifty cents, SCI can protect a child from this disease for an entire year – making it possible to help two children with just a dollar! You can donate to SCI here.

If you’d like to make an impact this Giving Tuesday, consider donating to any of these organizations. It’s a great way to celebrate the spirit of giving and support those in need while keeping the holiday cheer alive.