Support Local Causes – Here’s How to Participate in East Texas Giving Day
Tuesday, April 28, is East Texas Giving Day, making it the perfect time to give back. If you have a favorite local nonprofit in Texarkana, consider donating on this very special day and help them continue the work that keeps our communities strong.
East Texas Giving Day Brings Communities Together
East Texas Giving Day is an 18-hour online fundraising event that supports nonprofits across 32 counties in our region. Organized by the East Texas Communities Foundation, the annual event is all about connecting people with causes that matter most right here at home.
The impact speaks for itself. In 2025 alone, 362 nonprofits participated, raising more than $3.5 million through donations, matching funds, and prizes.
How You Can Be Part of East Texas Giving Day
Early giving is already underway, giving donors a head start on supporting their favorite organizations.
The official East Texas Giving Day takes place Tuesday, April 28, running from 6 AM to midnight.
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You can search for nonprofits by name, location, or cause, and even set up your own fundraising page to rally support for an organization close to your heart.
Local Nonprofits You Can Support Right Now
Several organizations right here in the Texarkana area are participating, including:
Literacy Council of Miller Bowie Counties
Each one plays a vital role in helping neighbors in need, and every dollar donated helps them continue that mission.
A Legacy of Giving in East Texas
The East Texas Communities Foundation has been supporting charitable efforts across the region since 1989.
Don’t Wait—Make an Impact Today
If you’ve been looking for a way to give back, this is it. East Texas Giving Day is your chance to support the organizations that make a difference every single day.
To learn more, find a nonprofit, or donate, visit EastTexasGivingDay.org.
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