Indiegogo has shared their totals for their #GivingTuesday campaign. The global crowdfunding platform has raised over $1.3 Million (the total stands at over $1.5 Million today) from over 250 campaigns from 43 different countries. First Giving have $1000 to the top three #GivingTuesday campaigns which were:
- Parkinson’s: We’re In this Together (featuring Bill Draper)
- Right to Play: 20 for 20 for 20 (featuring 20 Olympic Athletes)
- Schools Not Prisons (featuring a grassroots student led organization)
Indiegogo donated $25,000 to the overall effort having committed to contributing $1 to every campaign for each $20 raised by December 3rd.
Of course #GivingTuesday is an effort to raise awareness about those who are less fortunate and to provide a vehicle for giving during the holiday season. Helping charities and those in need is something that Indiegogo does very well – so be certain to visit their #GivingTuesday page full of great causes and do what you can to help out.
