Statistics

70,000

Every month, more than 70,000 campaigns are launched on Change.org covering hundreds of different issue areas. (Change.org, 2023)

ONE THIRD

About one third (34%) of Americans have used social media to take part in in a group that shares an interest in an issue or cause and encouraged others to take action on an issue that is important to them (Pew Research Center, June 2023) 

46 percent

46% of social media users say they have used social media platforms in the past year to post a picture to show their support for a cause, look up information about rallies or protests happening in their area (14%) or encourage others to take action on issues they regard as important (26%). (Pew Research Center, June 2023)

Eight-in-ten

69 PERCENt

Four-in-ten Americans say social media platforms are very or somewhat important to them when it comes to finding others who share their views about important issues. (Pew Research Center, June 2023)

69% of next generation donors (Gen Z and Millenials) say they prefer to hear from organizations they care about on social media. (Classy, 2022)

862 million

862 Million individuals—15% of the working age population—volunteer their time, talents, and energy to making a difference. (UN Volunteers Global Report, December 2022) 

1.54 million

There are more than 1.54 million charitable organizations in the United States. (Statista Research Department, December 2023)

$21.08 billion

Corporate giving in the U.S. in 2022 increased to $21.08 billion—a 3.4% increase from 2021. (Giving USA 2022 via National Philanthropic Trust)

$105.21 billion

Foundation giving in the U.S. in 2022 increased to $105.21 billion—a 2.5% increase from 2021. (Giving USA 2022 via National Philanthropic Trust)