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Crowdfunding contributions tend to be small donations to help others in need

Twenty-one percent have ever donated to a crowdfunding campaign. Among those who have donated, medical causes and donations of $50 or less are common.

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Most adults have donated to charities this year

Groups that provide basic needs to people living in the U.S. and religious institutions were among the most popular recipients of people’s charity.

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Affordability concerns are driving holiday belt-tightening

About half say they’re cutting back on non-essential shopping and delaying big purchases this holiday season.

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Trump’s approval rating remains low during government shutdown

Approval of how Trump is handling the federal government has dropped sharply since March.

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Most say their financial situation is holding steady, but it’s tenuous

Most say their family’s financial situation is holding steady rather than falling behind or getting ahead. But, about half of Americans say the cost of groceries is a major source of stress. Few are confident they could find a good job, pay an unexpected medical expense, have enough savings for retirement, or buy a new home if they wanted to.