Executive summary: A personal journey of increasing charitable giving from 3% to 10% of income through Giving What We Can, demonstrating how gradual increases in giving can be both manageable and deeply impactful.
Key points:
Started with a 3% Trial Pledge that felt achievable despite health challenges and part-time work
Realized the donated money was less missed than expected, even on reduced income
Personal experience with medication costs provided perspective on the impact of funding medical interventions globally
Increased to 10% giving after health/income improved, resulting in $30,000 donated ($20,000 more than without the pledge)
Key recommendation: Consider starting with a smaller percentage and gradually increasing giving as circumstances allow
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Executive summary: A personal journey of increasing charitable giving from 3% to 10% of income through Giving What We Can, demonstrating how gradual increases in giving can be both manageable and deeply impactful.
Key points:
Started with a 3% Trial Pledge that felt achievable despite health challenges and part-time work
Realized the donated money was less missed than expected, even on reduced income
Personal experience with medication costs provided perspective on the impact of funding medical interventions globally
Increased to 10% giving after health/income improved, resulting in $30,000 donated ($20,000 more than without the pledge)
Key recommendation: Consider starting with a smaller percentage and gradually increasing giving as circumstances allow
This comment was auto-generated by the EA Forum Team. Feel free to point out issues with this summary by replying to the comment, and contact us if you have feedback.