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A central tenet of effective altruism is that donating our resources to helping those who live in extreme poverty is one of the most worthwhile ways to improve both ourselves and our world. One approach to doing the most good we can do with our donation habits is “personal best,” a concept with which most athletes are familiar. With personal best, we set mindful giving goals, then work to regularly improve upon them. Take a look at these blogs to learn more about how effective giving can improve your life, and in turn, how you can improve your giving.
As the holidays rear their head and charities plead for consideration during this upcoming season of giving, many donors find themselves immobilized—and understandably so—by uncertainty and…
In this Supporter Story, we hear from Brad West, Founder of the Profit for Good Initiative, which promotes “Profit for Good” companies that donate the vast…
As you explore Peter Singer’s book, The Life You Can Save, you may want to consider how Peter’s ideas can actually impact your life and provide…
BY JOSÉ OLIVEIRA | 24 MAR 2022 A dreadful life is like carrying a huge rock up a mountain just to see it roll down the…
"I could never afford to give to charity. At least that’s what I told myself."
"Recently, it occurred to me that money is the thing I trust most. I’m not exactly proud of this fact, and I want to change it.…
"If you knew you had the ability to save real lives, would you do it? Because in the 21st century, that is our reality."
"It’s undeniable that if you’re reasonably well off in a developed country, you can save a life for far less than the cost of your own,…
Most people think of bravery as a mythical and heroic quality: bravery is highly regarded and hard to muster. Being brave involves facing one’s fear and…
A few simple steps you can take to increase your capacity to donate — even on a tight budget.
How embracing sustainability can help improve the lives of those in poverty-stricken regions.
The Australian Ethical Foundation has made high impact and cost-effectiveness one of their top priorities for their strategic giving profile. And to ensure that their donations…
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