For the fifth annual Columbia Giving Day, donors stepped up in memorable numbers to “change lives that change the world.” With 14,269 gifts raising $14,560,943, this year’s total surpassed last year’s of almost $12.8 million, marking a 14% increase in dollars raised and 9% increase in gifts received.

#ColumbiaGivingDay drove social media engagement and donations internationally on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Snapchat. This year also featured new opportunities for cause-based giving through crowdfunding.

“We cannot possibly name all of the partnerships that were critical in the success of this Giving Day and offer our gratitude to you all,” said Christina Sebastian, Director for Annual Fund Programs.

Learn more about Giving Day results.