When it comes to giving back, Silver Spring ranks among the most generous communities in the nation—and now, it’s official. GoFundMe has named Silver Spring the #3 Most Generous City of All Time, based on donations per capita since the platform launched in 2010.
Over the past 15 years, more than 58,000 Silver Spring residents have supported campaigns on GoFundMe—raising nearly $6 million for neighbors, local businesses, nonprofits, and families in crisis. Whether it’s medical support, memorial funds, or emergency relief, Silver Spring’s generosity continues to stand out on a national scale.
It’s no coincidence that Silver Spring is also ranked the 5th most diverse community in the U.S., according to WalletHub. Our diversity brings together people from around the world, creating a culture of empathy, connection, and action. That global perspective—combined with a deeply rooted sense of community—is what makes Silver Spring one of the most generous places to live.
At its core, Silver Spring is a diverse and compassionate community. We don’t just give financially—we show up, support one another, and lead with care.
Silver Spring has earned a spot on GoFundMe’s top-three list for several consecutive years, but this new “of all time” ranking highlights the lasting power of our values. From a thriving nonprofit ecosystem to local fundraisers that quickly gain momentum, generosity is woven into the fabric of Silver Spring.
And now, the rest of the country knows what we’ve always known: in Silver Spring, generosity isn’t just something we do. It’s who we are.