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The Vox guide to giving

Your guide to doing good.

Americans don’t trust crowdfunding sites like GoFundMe. So, why do they keep giving?
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How public opinion on crowdfunding soured, explained in one chart.

By Sara Herschander
Americans don’t trust crowdfunding sites like GoFundMe. So, why do they keep giving?
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How public opinion on crowdfunding soured, explained in one chart.

By Sara Herschander
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How to break free of “money dysmorphia” — and 3 other tips on generosityHow to break free of “money dysmorphia” — and 3 other tips on generosity
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Giving away your money can feel great, if you do it right.

By Sigal Samuel
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MacKenzie Scott’s billion-dollar bet on vibesMacKenzie Scott’s billion-dollar bet on vibes
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A billionaire’s spiritual guide to letting go — of $19 billion.

By Sara Herschander
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Want to help animals? Here’s where to donate your money.Want to help animals? Here’s where to donate your money.
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These are the most effective charities for reducing animal suffering.

By Sigal Samuel and Kenny Torrella

The latest in The Vox guide to giving

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Want to donate to charity? Here are 10 guidelines for giving effectively.Want to donate to charity? Here are 10 guidelines for giving effectively.
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How to do the most good possible with the money you give.

By Dylan Matthews and Sigal Samuel
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Want to help save the most lives possible? Here’s where to give money.Want to help save the most lives possible? Here’s where to give money.
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Supporting groups that work on malaria, lead poisoning, and other health issues can make a big difference with just a little money.

By Pratik Pawar, Dylan Matthews and 1 more
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Want to fight climate change effectively? Here’s where to donate your money.Want to fight climate change effectively? Here’s where to donate your money.
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These are eight of the most high-impact, cost-effective, evidence-based organizations. You may not have heard of them.

By Sigal Samuel, Rachel DuRose and 2 more
Your blood could save up to three lives this Giving Tuesday
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Here’s everything you wanted to know about blood donation

By Shayna Korol
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How to buy a year of happiness, explained in one chartHow to buy a year of happiness, explained in one chart
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Want to improve someone’s well-being? These are the “best buys” identified so far.

By Sigal Samuel
Men are struggling. Here’s how your philanthropy can help.
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We can invest in men’s well-being without undermining women.

By Celia Ford
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Don’t wait: The case for giving sooner rather than laterDon’t wait: The case for giving sooner rather than later
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If you want to do good this Giving Tuesday, it’s probably a good idea to donate regularly.

By Kelsey Piper
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How to raise kids who give back to the worldHow to raise kids who give back to the world
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Optimism, not despair, is the way to inspire kids to help the future.

By Kelsey Piper
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Giving thanks may make your brain more altruisticGiving thanks may make your brain more altruistic
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Neuroscience is revealing a fascinating link between gratitude and generosity.

By Sigal Samuel
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The case for earning lots of money — and giving lots of it awayThe case for earning lots of money — and giving lots of it away
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How “earn to give” harnesses the engine of capitalism to altruistic ends.

By Kelsey Piper
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Are we actually in the middle of a generosity crisis?Are we actually in the middle of a generosity crisis?
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Charitable giving in the US is down. But generosity goes beyond dollars.

By Celia Ford
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I give 10 percent of my income to charity. You should, too.I give 10 percent of my income to charity. You should, too.
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Regular giving, even in small amounts, can save lives.

By Dylan Matthews
I don’t have much money. Is it okay if I don’t give to charity?
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I want to make the world better, but donating feels out of reach.

By Sigal Samuel
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We’re in a new era of conflict and crisis. Can humanitarian aid keep up?We’re in a new era of conflict and crisis. Can humanitarian aid keep up?
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“Utter neglect of displaced people has become the new normal.”

By Jess Craig
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How to fit volunteering into a hectic scheduleHow to fit volunteering into a hectic schedule
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There are so many ways to make a difference, even when your time is tight.

By Rachel DuRose
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Why I gave my kidney to a stranger — and why you should consider doing it tooWhy I gave my kidney to a stranger — and why you should consider doing it too
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It’s simple.

By Dylan Matthews