Miami Foundation to Host 15th Annual Give Miami Day
The city's major philanthropic fundraiser returns in November 2026 to support local nonprofits.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Philanthropy
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The Miami Foundation is set to host the 15th annual Give Miami Day on November 19, 2026. This major community event aims to amplify the missions of over 1,000 local nonprofit organizations through broad public engagement.
Why it matters
Give Miami Day serves as a critical financial engine for local nonprofits that provide essential services to the Miami community. By consolidating charitable efforts, the event allows residents to support a wide range of social, educational, and public health initiatives through a single platform.
Last year's campaign saw over 60,000 donors contribute 120,000 individual gifts. The minimum donation amount for participants to support a nonprofit is set at $25.
The players
The Miami Foundation
This organization acts as a philanthropic hub that manages local community resources and coordinates large-scale charitable events.
Florida Early Learning Corp
This nonprofit entity provides educational support, having conducted over 67,000 tutoring sessions in the past year.
Dade County Street Response
This local service organization provides specialized care to approximately 1,900 people in the Miami area annually.
The details
Donors can contribute to their chosen organizations through an online portal located on the Give Miami Day website. Beyond digital giving, the event features a 5K race and festival designed to foster community spirit alongside the fundraising efforts.
Timeline
October 20, 2026: A pep rally for the event took place.
November 14, 2026: Early giving opens and the Give Miami 5K Race and Festival occurs.
November 19, 2026: The main Give Miami Day event takes place.
Market Landscape
The Miami Foundation's event mirrors the Giving Tuesday global philanthropy movement by using a centralized date to concentrate donor activity. This strategy allows the foundation to compete for donor attention within a crowded regional market of charitable appeals.
Residents can begin supporting their preferred causes with a minimum contribution of $25 through the online portal. This event provides a convenient, centralized way for individuals to impact local nonprofit budgets and service delivery.
The takeaway
Give Miami Day demonstrates the collective power of small-dollar donations in supporting a wide array of essential social services. Participants are encouraged to research the specific missions of local nonprofits before the event to maximize the impact of their contributions.
Further reading
For more information on local charitable efforts, visit Philanthropy.
More information
To review participating nonprofits or make a contribution, visit the Give Miami Day donation portal.
Source note: This article includes information reported by NBC 6 South Florida.
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