Since the fundraising event launched in 2009, donors have contributed $788 million
North Texans opened their wallets for local causes once again, with North Texas Giving Day bringing in more than $76 million from 94,700 donors before midnight on Sept. 17.
The 18th annual fundraising event, organized by Communities Foundation of Texas, drew support for more than 3,300 nonprofits across 25 cause areas, including education, health, social services, arts, environmental organizations and animal welfare.
The preliminary total already surpassed the $74.2 million raised by 94,000 donors at midnight during last year’s Giving Day. The 2025 campaign ultimately reached $78 million after additional donations were processed through Sept. 30.
Since North Texas Giving Day launched in 2009, donors have now contributed $788 million to nonprofits throughout the region.
North Texans Continue To Show Up For Local Causes
North Texas Giving Day has become one of the region’s biggest annual opportunities to support local nonprofits, giving donors a single place to find organizations working across a wide range of causes.
“North Texas Giving Day is a celebration of what makes North Texas so special, people coming together to support the causes and nonprofits that make our communities stronger. North Texans once again showed the extraordinary power of collective generosity,” said Wayne White, president and CEO of Communities Foundation of Texas. “We are grateful for each individual, family, and business who gave through North Texas Giving Day this year. Every dollar donated makes a world of a difference in our corner of the world and has a lasting impact on local nonprofits and the communities they serve.”
Photo: Communities Foundation of Texas
The city of Dallas also recognized the annual event, issuing a proclamation naming Sept. 17, 2026, as North Texas Giving Day.
Amazon Surprised 15 Local Nonprofits
The event’s presenting sponsor, Amazon, added another boost for participating nonprofits by surprising 15 organizations with donations toward their Giving Day fundraising campaigns.
“North Texas Giving Day is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when communities come together,” said Vickie Yakunin, Amazon’s head of community affairs in Texas. “For six years, Amazon has supported North Texas Giving Day and the thousands of nonprofits doing vital work across our region.”
Communities Foundation of Texas and its sponsors cover the transaction and technology fees associated with donations made through NorthTexasGivingDay.org. That means 100% of each tax-deductible donation made through the platform goes directly to the nonprofit receiving it.
Giving Doesn’t End With Giving Day
Although the annual event has wrapped up, the giving platform remains open.
“For those who didn’t yet make a donation through North Texas Giving Day, there’s still time, as there’s no deadline on generosity. NorthTexasGivingDay.org remains open for giving and every dollar donated supports local organizations,” said White.
The organization operates year-round as a resource for donors looking to support North Texas nonprofits. Communities Foundation of Texas also uses the platform for cause campaigns, matching fundraisers, corporate group giving and nonprofit-led fundraising efforts throughout the year.
The next North Texas Giving Day is scheduled for Sept. 16, 2027.
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