Frisco, September 18, 2025
News Summary
The North Texas Giving Day, the largest community-wide giving event in the nation, will take place at Kaleidoscope Park on September 18. The day combines a community celebration with an online fundraising campaign supporting nearly 3,600 nonprofits across various causes. Attendees can enjoy family-friendly activities, food trucks, and live performances while online donations can be made throughout the day. This event continues to foster local philanthropy, having raised over half a billion dollars since inception.
Frisco
North Texas Giving Day event set for Sept. 18 at Kaleidoscope Park
North Texas Giving Day is the nation’s largest community-wide giving event.Thursday, September 18, from 10 AM to 4 PM at Kaleidoscope Park. The day combines an in-person community celebration with an online fundraising campaign. Donations can be made online at NorthTexasGivingDay.org any time on September 18.
Immediate details and how to give
The in-person celebration at Kaleidoscope Park will run from 10 AM to 4 PM and will feature a range of family-friendly outdoor activities. Attendees can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities including:
- Donation dunk tank
- Petting zoo
- Live music
- Live painting demonstrations
- Food trucks
- Fun photo opportunities
- Arts & crafts
- Storytime
The online fundraising event is powered by Communities Foundation of Texas (CFT).NorthTexasGivingDay.org any time on September 18.
Scale and participation
Nearly 3,600 nonprofits are participating in this year’s event, marking the most in its 17-year history.more than 25 cause areas in 20 counties, from Collin to Wise.August 8.
Giving through North Texas Giving Day begins August 28 and culminates on September 18.over $9.4 million last year.nearly $70 million in just one day.
Supporting events and schedule leading up to the day
Community events celebrating generosity will take place across the region leading up to the giving day. Other community events leading up to the day include:
- September 6 Hispanic Heritage Month celebration at Kaleidoscope Park.
- September 13 Scheels at Grandscape Nonprofit Fair and Concert in The Colony.
- September 15 Downtown Dallas Day of Giving event at AT&T Discovery District.
Financial routing and organizational notes
100 percent of donations go directly to participating organizations.
CFT leadership has emphasized the importance of supporting local nonprofits through this combined day-of giving and community celebration. The foundation facilitates the online platform and regional coordination that allow both small and large nonprofits to participate in a single, unified giving day.
What to expect on-site
The Kaleidoscope Park event is designed as a community gathering with interactive booths, live demonstrations, and activities for children and adults. Food trucks and live music will create a festival atmosphere while informational stations and the online portal give visitors ways to learn about and donate to participating nonprofits.
Background and history
The event began in 2009 and has grown each year to include more nonprofit organizations and larger fundraising totals. Nearly 3,600 nonprofits are participating in this year’s event, marking the most in its 17-year history. In 2024, North Texans raised nearly $70 million in just one day. More than half a billion dollars have been raised since the event’s inception in 2009.
FAQ
- What is North Texas Giving Day?
- North Texas Giving Day is the nation’s largest community-wide giving event.
- When and where will the in-person celebration be held?
- The event will take place on Thursday, September 18, from 10 AM to 4 PM at Kaleidoscope Park.
- How can I donate?
- Donations can be made online at NorthTexasGivingDay.org any time on September 18.
- Who powers the online fundraising event?
- The online fundraising event is powered by Communities Foundation of Texas (CFT).
- How many nonprofits are participating this year?
- Nearly 3,600 nonprofits are participating in this year’s event, marking the most in its 17-year history.
- When does giving begin and end?
- Giving through North Texas Giving Day begins August 28 and culminates on September 18.
- When does registration close for local organizations?
- Registration for local organizations participating in the 2025 event closes on August 8.
- What other community events lead up to the day?
- Other community events leading up to the day include:
- September 6 Hispanic Heritage Month celebration at Kaleidoscope Park.
- September 13 Scheels at Grandscape Nonprofit Fair and Concert in The Colony.
- September 15 Downtown Dallas Day of Giving event at AT&T Discovery District.
- How much has been raised historically?
- In 2024, North Texans raised nearly $70 million in just one day. More than half a billion dollars have been raised since the event’s inception in 2009. Previous early donations peaked at over $9.4 million last year.
- Do donations go directly to charities?
- 100 percent of donations go directly to participating organizations.
- Does the event help donors find nonprofits?
- The event provides a quiz to help donors find nonprofits that match their passions.
- What areas and counties are supported?
- The event supports groups across more than 25 cause areas in 20 counties, from Collin to Wise.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Date and time | Thursday, September 18, from 10 AM to 4 PM at Kaleidoscope Park |
| Online donation window | NorthTexasGivingDay.org any time on September 18; giving begins August 28 and culminates on September 18 |
| Organizer / Platform | Communities Foundation of Texas (CFT) |
| Number of participating nonprofits | Nearly 3,600 nonprofits |
| Registration deadline for organizations | Registration for local organizations participating in the 2025 event closes on August 8 |
| Historical totals | In 2024, North Texans raised nearly $70 million in just one day; more than half a billion dollars have been raised since the event’s inception in 2009 |
| Early donations | Previous early donations peaked at over $9.4 million last year |
| Activities on site | Donation dunk tank; petting zoo; live music; live painting demonstrations; food trucks; arts & crafts; storytime; photo opportunities |
| Funds distribution | 100 percent of donations go directly to participating organizations |
| Geographic reach | Supports groups across more than 25 cause areas in 20 counties, from Collin to Wise |
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- Local Profile: Participate in North Texas Giving Day 2025
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- D Magazine: Dallas Nonprofits Gear Up for North Texas Giving Day
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