Giving Tuesday and the History of Giving Back

Today is Giving Tuesday—a day between Thanksgiving and the rush of the holiday season to give back to the community by volunteering, donating, or speaking out.

Americans have a long history of coming together to make a difference and improve the lives of others, most prominently during the Progressive Era, when people across social classes fought for social, political, and economic reforms. The infographic below highlights the top ten most prominent reform movements of the era. You can view an interactive, clickable version here.