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Giving Tuesday: Give the Gift of Education


With Black Friday and Cyber Monday officially behind us, it's time to come together and collectively give back by celebrating Giving Tuesday. Booker T. Washington once said, "Those who are happiest are those who do the most for others."

Not sure how to participate? There are several ways that you can participate this year, including using your voice, time, money, goods, and advocacy to support communities and causes.

One of the most significant ways to give back is within your community. 

Remember, when you give back, great things happen to others and yourself. 

Consider donating to a Georgia college or university, where you can contribute towards a campus program, student scholarship, and a local community. 

Below are 21 college giving campaigns in Georgia to choose from. Browse around, find something near and dear to your heart, donate, and make a difference! 

Every dollar counts!

  1. Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
  2. Albany State University
  3. Atlanta Metropolitan State College
  4. College of Coastal Georgia
  5. Columbus State University
  6. Clayton State University
  7. Dalton State College
  8. East Georgia State College
  9. Fort Valley State University
  10. Georgia Gwinnett College
  11. Georgia Highlands College
  12. Georgia Southern University
  13. Georgia Southwestern State University
  14. Gordon State College
  15. Kennesaw State University
  16. Middle Georgia State University
  17. Savannah State University
  18. South Georgia State College
  19. University of North Georgia
  20. University of West Georgia
  21. Valdosta State University
By Mia B. Fanning
Media Contact: Katie Black, kblack@ecampus.usg.edu

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