Moncton, New Brunswick, has been recognized as one of Canada's most generous communities in GoFundMe's 2024 Year in Help report.
Moncton Gives
The city ranked 8th on the list of the top 20 most generous Canadian communities, as measured by the number of donors per capita through GoFundMe, a crowdfunding platform for personal and charitable causes.
This recognition highlights Moncton's strong spirit of community support and philanthropy. The report, which celebrates global generosity, shows that Canadians collectively raised $280 million CAD in 2024, an 8% increase from the previous year.
This recognition highlights Moncton's strong spirit of community support and philanthropy. The report, which celebrates global generosity, shows that Canadians collectively raised $280 million CAD in 2024, an 8% increase from the previous year.
While specific details about Moncton's contributions are not provided, the city's inclusion in the top 10 demonstrates its residents' willingness to support various causes and individuals in need. People and organizations often use GoFundMe to raise money for medical expenses, disaster relief, educational projects, and memorial funds.
This generosity aligns with the broader trend observed across Canada, where one in 13 Canadian adults made donations through GoFundMe in 2024. The report also reveals some interesting national trends:
1. Fundraising for "essential expenses" quadrupled in Canada.
2. Family-related fundraising grew by 40%.
3. More than 2.4 million donations were made to help Canadians specifically.
Moncton's placement on this list, alongside larger cities like Victoria (1st) and Vancouver (3rd), showcases the city's strong community spirit and willingness to help others, regardless of its size.
This recognition not only reflects positively on Moncton but also encourages continued support and generosity within the community. It serves as a testament to the city's compassionate residents and their commitment to making a difference in the lives of others through crowdfunding initiatives.
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