Dallas, September 19, 2025
News Summary
The 2025 North Texas Giving Day has remarkably raised over $58 million within just 12 hours, thanks to the contributions from 87,417 generous donors. With six hours left for donations, over 3,500 charities are participating in the event, aiming to match or surpass last year’s total of $70 million. Local nonprofits, battling financial strains due to recent cutbacks and the pandemic’s impact, are relying on this crucial funding. Donations can be made online to support various causes and organizations in the region.
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Record amount raised in first half of North Texas Giving Day
In just 12 hours, the 2025 North Texas Giving Day has raised more than $58 million from 87,417 donors. There are still six hours remaining for donations, and over 3,500 charities are participating in the event. The campaign is on track to reach its stated target for the day and to provide immediate relief and program funding for local nonprofits facing financial strain.
What this means and immediate priorities
The aim for this year’s fundraising is to match or exceed the $70 million raised last year. Organizers report many participating organizations are confronting financial difficulties due to 2025 cutbacks and the aftermath of the pandemic. North Texas Giving Day is driven by the Communities Foundation of Texas. Donations are being collected online, with new tools available to help donors connect with charities based on specific causes, interests, or locations.
Category and nonprofit-specific results so far
In the “Hunger Category,” the North Texas Food Bank has received $1,014,482 from 2,336 donors, working towards its goal of $1,250,000. By contrast, the Feeding North Texas Foundation is struggling to meet its $250,000 goal, currently having raised only $1,972 from 10 donors.
- Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity aiming to raise $200,000 for affordable housing initiatives.
- Society of St. Vincent de Paul providing assistance to prevent homelessness through financial aid and essential services.
- Streetside Showers offering access to hygiene facilities for the homeless.
- The Cozy Catfe Rescue focusing on cat adoption from shelters.
- Greater Dallas Youth Orchestra supporting young musicians with performance opportunities.
- Kickstart Kids, founded by Chuck Norris, promoting character and discipline through martial arts training.
Support, sponsorship and history
Amazon returned as the presenting sponsor this year, engaging with nonprofits and promoting charitable giving among its employees. The event has a long history in the region; the event has funneled over $635 million into local nonprofits since its inception 17 years ago. Organizers say online tools and sponsor engagement are intended to broaden participation and make it easier for donors to find causes aligned with their interests.
How to give and next steps
The event encourages North Texans to financially support their favorite causes through donations. Donors can participate by visiting the North Texas Giving Day website. With six hours left, donors can still direct funds to specific nonprofits or categories that are underperforming compared with their goals.
Supporting details and context
Many charities participating on North Texas Giving Day are balancing rising demand for services with constrained budgets after pandemic-era strains and recent 2025 cutbacks. Organizers emphasized that funds collected during the event are distributed to participating charities to support operations, programs and immediate needs such as food distribution, shelter assistance, hygiene services and youth programs.
FAQ
How much has been raised so far?
In just 12 hours, the 2025 North Texas Giving Day has raised more than $58 million from 87,417 donors.
How much time is left to donate and how many charities are participating?
There are still six hours remaining for donations, and over 3,500 charities are participating in the event.
What is the fundraising aim this year?
The aim for this year’s fundraising is to match or exceed the $70 million raised last year.
Who runs North Texas Giving Day?
North Texas Giving Day is driven by the Communities Foundation of Texas.
How has the Hunger Category performed?
In the “Hunger Category,” the North Texas Food Bank has received $1,014,482 from 2,336 donors, working towards its goal of $1,250,000.
How is the Feeding North Texas Foundation doing?
The Feeding North Texas Foundation is struggling to meet its $250,000 goal, currently having raised only $1,972 from 10 donors.
Who is the presenting sponsor this year?
Amazon returned as the presenting sponsor this year, engaging with nonprofits and promoting charitable giving among its employees.
How much has the event raised historically?
The event has funneled over $635 million into local nonprofits since its inception 17 years ago.
How can people donate?
Donors can participate by visiting the North Texas Giving Day website.
Key figures and features
| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Total raised in 12 hours | More than $58 million from 87,417 donors |
| Time remaining | There are still six hours remaining for donations |
| Participating charities | Over 3,500 charities are participating in the event |
| 2024 benchmark | $70 million raised last year (current aim to match or exceed) |
| Hunger Category — North Texas Food Bank | $1,014,482 from 2,336 donors toward $1,250,000 goal |
| Feeding North Texas Foundation | $1,972 from 10 donors toward $250,000 goal |
| Presenting sponsor | Amazon returned as the presenting sponsor this year |
| Lifetime impact | The event has funneled over $635 million into local nonprofits since its inception 17 years ago |
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Additional Resources
- NBC DFW
- Wikipedia: North Texas Giving Day
- CBS News
- Google Search: North Texas Giving Day
- Fox 4 News
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Charitable Giving
- WFAA
- Google News: North Texas Giving Day
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