Why Giving Tuesday?

Be part of giving Tuesday today!

Giving Tuesday, often stylized as #GivingTuesday, is a global movement that originated in the United States.

It was created as a response to the consumerism of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, which are focused on shopping and getting deals. Giving Tuesday serves as a reminder to shift our focus towards giving back and supporting charitable causes.

The movement was launched in 2012 by the 92nd Street Y, a cultural and community center in New York City, in partnership with the United Nations Foundation. The idea quickly gained traction and has since become an annual event celebrated on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving.

It's the perfect time to reflect on the importance of giving back and supporting causes that make a difference in our professional communities. This Giving Tuesday, on Nov. 28, and throughout the giving season, we invite you to join us in supporting the American Society of Group Psychotherapy and Psychodrama.

With your donation – of any size – you can contribute to the organization’s mission of providing access to training, learning opportunities, events, and membership support for mental health professionals.

ASGPP initiatives

Your support will directly impact the ASGPP's initiatives, including scholarships, website refresh, and other vital projects. Let's explore how your donation can make a lasting impact on the mental health community.

Scholarships

One of the key areas where your donation can make a significant difference is in providing scholarships for mental health professionals, educators, coaches, other health professionals and students. These scholarships enable individuals to access valuable training programs, workshops, and conferences offered by the ASGPP. By supporting these scholarships, you are empowering the next generation of psychodrama practitioners and trainers and ensuring that they receive the necessary education and resources to provide quality care to those in need.

Website Refresh

In today's digital age, a strong online presence is crucial for any organization. Your donation will contribute to the ASGPP's website refresh project, aimed at enhancing accessibility and providing a user-friendly platform for health and helping professionals and the general public.

This updated website will serve as a valuable resource hub, offering educational materials, research articles, and information about upcoming events and training opportunities. By investing in the website refresh, you are helping to create a space where individuals can easily access the support and knowledge they need.

Other Projects

In addition to scholarships and website refresh, your donation will support various other projects undertaken by the ASGPP. These projects include the publication of our journal, expanding outreach programs, developing new training materials, and organizing events that promote collaboration and knowledge-sharing among mental health professionals. By contributing to these initiatives, you are actively strengthening the health and helping community and fostering an environment of growth and support.

How to donate

Making a donation to the ASGPP is simple and can be done in a few easy steps. Visit our official website and look for the donation link, where you can choose the amount you wish to contribute.

You may also donate at this link.

Whether it's a small or large donation, every contribution counts and makes a difference in supporting mental health professionals. Spread the Word: Apart from making a personal donation, you can also help by spreading the word about the ASGPP's mission and the importance of supporting mental health professionals.

Share this article on your social media platforms, engage with the ASGPP's posts, and encourage your friends, family, and colleagues to join in this worthy cause.

More about Giving Tuesday

Since its inception, Giving Tuesday has grown into a global phenomenon, with participation from more than 70 countries. It has inspired millions of people to give back and has raised billions of dollars for various charitable organizations and initiatives worldwide. The movement has also evolved beyond just monetary donations.

It encourages acts of kindness, volunteering, and spreading awareness about important causes. Giving Tuesday serves as a reminder that generosity and compassion can create a significant and lasting impact on individuals, communities, and the world as a whole.

Overall, Giving Tuesday has become a powerful force for good, uniting people from all walks of life in a shared mission to make the world a better place through giving and philanthropy.