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Philanthropy and Service
This website allows you to sift through numerous charities and nonprofits that align with your passions and values.
https://www.charitynavigator.org/
Giving is always hard if you don’t believe you have enough to spare. Read this article to learn how to go from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset.
The Charities Aid Foundation is a wonderful resource that It works with companies, private philanthropists, regular donors, fellow foundations, governments, charities and not-for-profit enterprises to enable them to give more.
The mission of Fidelity Charitable is to grow the American tradition of philanthropy by providing programs that make charitable giving accessible, simple, and effective.
https://www.fidelitycharitable.org/guidance/philanthropy/what-is-a-philanthropist.html
This document differentiates between service and charitable giving and offers several great ideas to do your part today!
https://www.alphasigmaalpha.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/ACTION_KIT_D.O.T._Days_service_vs.pdf
This resource will help you find what charity you can donate to and how you can help them.
There are a large amount of rich and poor people in the world. This article breaks down the challenges and opportunities that arise because of this fact.
Need more information about charities? This website breaks down what a charity is and how you can get involved.
https://howcharitieswork.com/about-charities/what-is-a-charity/
This article breaks down what is at the heart of philanthropy and why it is important.
https://www.contemplativemind.org/programs/philanthropy/hofp
10 reasons why philanthropy is important.
https://theimportantsite.com/10-reasons-why-philanthropy-is-important/
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints has always been a world leader in humanitarian aid to those in need. Use this site to give a donation that can make a difference!
https://philanthropies.churchofjesuschrist.org/
This resource will help you become a more informed and inspired philanthropist.
https://www.thebalancesmb.com/how-to-become-an-inspired-philanthropist-2501924
Anyone can be a philanthropist! Learn how to do your part here.
https://www.globalgiving.org/learn/listicle/how-to-be-a-philanthropist/
3 easy ways to be an everyday philanthropist.
https://www.honeybook.com/risingtide/everyday-philanthropist
You don’t need large sums of money to be a philanthropist. Here’s how you can make a difference without money.
https://www.gofundme.com/c/blog/how-to-become-philanthropist
Build a habit of everyday philanthropy by following these simple tips.
https://bradandjulieduncan.com/everyday-philanthropy/
330 ways to make a difference in your home, community, and world at no cost.
https://philanthropynewsdigest.org/features/book-reviews/how-to-be-an-everyday-philanthropist
How to become a philanthropist even if you don’t have millions of dollars.
https://ofhsoupkitchen.org/how-to-become-a-philanthropist
Simple ways you can start helping others today.
https://genxfinance.com/everyday-philanthropy-simple-ways-you-can-start-helping-others-today/
This resource can help explain why it is important to give, the causes you can support, and outline several popular ways to contribute to those in need.
https://www.nycommunitytrust.org/i-am-a-philanthropist/
5 habits of effective philanthropists.
https://www.forbes.com/sites/jakehayman/2017/01/22/five-habits-of-philanthropists/?sh=5b98c7705c7c
6 questions to guide those who want to donate to charity.
One of the simplest things you can do to make a difference is to serve others. Learn more about service here.
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics/service?lang=eng
Many have said that the secret to happiness is service. Learn more about what that entails in this article.
https://time.com/collection/guide-to-happiness/4070299/secret-to-happiness/
Here is a list of 30 of the best charities to donate to this year.
https://www.gofundme.com/c/blog/best-charities-to-donate-to
Here is a list of 30 of the best charities to donate to this year.
https://www.gofundme.com/c/blog/best-charities-to-donate-to
Not all charities are created equal. Here are some of the best and worst charities to donate to.
https://www.consumerreports.org/charities/best-charities-for-your-donations-a4066579102/
10 ways to give back to your community in the best way possible.
https://www.inc.com/john-rampton/10-ways-to-give-back-to-your-community.html
Donating to charity isn’t the only way to give back. Here is a list of opportunities to do good in your community.
https://www.salesforce.org/blog/10-ways-to-give-back-to-your-community/
Sometimes making a difference is as simple as getting involved. Here are 14 ways to get involved in your community.
https://www.extraspace.com/blog/giving-back/ways-to-get-more-involved-in-your-community/
Serving others doesn’t have to be a chore. Try these 13 ways to bring fun into philanthropy.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/hgtv-giving-back-to-community_n_3856387
How your business can give back to its community.
https://taxandbusinessonline.villanova.edu/blog/how-businesses-can-give-back-to-their-communities/
Community service ideas for kids to teach them why giving back matters.
https://www.rootsofaction.com/community-service-ideas-for-youth/
7 ways companies can give back to the community.
https://www.inc.com/tanya-hall/seven-ways-companies-can-give-back-to-community.html
This article can help you establish your legacy by learning philanthropy from your elders.
The most wealthy typically have the best philanthropic attitudes. Learn more here.
Here are the top causes to which the ultra-wealthy frequently donate.
https://www.wealthx.com/top-philanthropic-causes-ultra-wealthy/
Read why when the ultra wealthy give, it is almost like starting a business.
Everyone can be a philanthropist. Here is how small movements can make a big difference.
https://www.givelify.com/blog/everyone-can-be-philanthropist/
Interested in reading more about philanthropy? Here is a list of the 100 best philanthropy based books.
https://bookauthority.org/books/best-philanthropy-books
Why Did Andrew Carnegie Donate Millions For Libraries? Read about it here.
Top 10 biggest philanthropists of all time and their donations.
https://managed-accounts-ir.com/10-biggest-philanthropists-of-all-time/
How to become a philanthropist.
https://www.wikihow.com/Become-a-Philanthropist
Here are some of the easiest ways to get into philanthropy.
https://borgenproject.org/get-philanthropy/
Think you can’t make a career out of philanthropy? Think again. Here are some tips on building a career in philanthropy.
https://www.epip.org/tips-on-building-a-career-in-philanthropy
What actually is philanthropy? And why is it important to achieving an equitable world? Learn about this topic here.
https://www.globalcitizen.org/en/content/what-you-need-to-know-about-philanthropy/
Philanthropy’s ripple effect: Here’s what happens when funders seed an entire field.
https://nonprofitquarterly.org/philanthropys-ripple-effect-when-funders-seed-a-field/
The ripple effect of giving. Make a larger difference than you ever thought possible.
Life Vest Inside – Kindness Boomerang – “One Day”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nwAYpLVyeFU
Making a difference in the world starts with yourself.
https://nature-mentor.com/how-to-make-a-difference-in-the-world/
Fidelity Charitable is a one stop shop to learn the ins and outs of philanthropy. They can create a path for you, pinpoint potential giving destinations, and help you understand the impact you can make by participating in philanthropy.
https://www.fidelitycharitable.org/guidance/philanthropy.html