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I’m increasingly getting asked for advice on how to give very large amounts of money away. So I wrote down what I most commonly share, informed by my personal giving and my work. I’ll be honest - it feels vulnerable to share my own giving and beliefs at this level of detail. But I think more people should talk about it, so I hope I can inspire you or others to share how you approach this as well. Because the truth is that most people who intend to give large amounts of money away never actually do. For many, as their income grows the percentage that they give decreases compared to those who are lower income. I don’t think that’s because they’re bad people; there are structural incentives that reward inaction. This post captures what I’ve learned and observed over almost two decades. What works. What doesn’t. And some random hot takes where I diverge from conventional wisdom. Have a read of the article and don't hesitate to drop a comment or DM if you have any questions. My inbox is open!

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GiveDirectly is delivering $650 each to families in the hardest-hit areas of Jamaica. This emergency cash will help cover their needs for two months, such as: 🍛 Essential supplies like food, water, medicine, generators, and diapers 🏨 Shelter and hotel stays while evacuated 💳 Bills for their phone, healthcare, and utilities Jamaicans can register remotely from their phones and will receive the cash via Western Union transfers Support at GiveDirectly.org/jamaica Cash aid allows hurricane survivors in western Jamaica to meet their own needs rather than having others guess for them — which is why people impacted by a crisis say they prefer cash relief over donated goods. #jamaica #melissa #hurricanemelissa #relief Camille Raguin reports from on the ground in Middle Quarters in Jamaica ⬇️

"You can support some great groups working to keep Americans fed. Feeding America, GiveDirectly, Meals on Wheels America, & World Central Kitchen" - last night on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert Send help to families missing their SNAP food benefits due to the government shutdown ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e6QZb_FK And to see that video of 🐒 riding a 🦆: https://lnkd.in/ejGYTKi5 Learn more about GiveDirectly & Propel, Inc's emergency cash response at GiveDirectly.org/snap

Starting November 1, SNAP (food stamp) benefits are stopping due to the government shutdown — cutting off a lifeline that helps feed 1 in 8 Americans. GiveDirectly is partnering with Propel, whose app serves millions of SNAP households, to send emergency cash directly to families who suddenly lose their benefits. 📱 Families receive $50 the day their expected deposit doesn’t arrive 💡 Funds go to the lowest-income households with children 💰 Every dollar helps fill the gap left by missed food assistance When hunger hits overnight, speed and dignity matter. Help us get cash to families who need it most.