Giving Is A Skill

We live in uncertain economic times. Inflation is at a 40-year high, gas is $5 a gallon, and interest rates are spiking. It may seem like an inopportune time to be involved in micro-philanthropy, but all you need is $20 to jump into the game. This week, learn why you should let your philanthropy burn a hole in your pocket. ______________________________________________________ Start your Micro-Phi...

Scarcity is a major barrier to individual philanthropy. Although it can be common in many areas of our lives, scarcity seems to show up most when we think about money. In a Basement Philanthropy first, Emily Jensen (a fellow basement philanthropist), shares her micro-philanthropy journey, and how simply becoming a little more intentional with her giving is allowing her to see past her own feelings...

The why behind your philanthropy is more critical than the what. Without the underlying “why”, philanthropy can turn into a mundane task that contributes little to you or society. With it, however, even the most common philanthropy actions can be a springboard to meaning and connection. Discover the difference this approach makes in this week’s episode of The Basement Philanthropy Podcast. _______...

Pulling off good surprises is tough. There are so many unknown factors at play, and this is only exacerbated when mixed with philanthropy. The risk is not worth the reward when you are dealing with situations that are already challenging for those in need. Learn how to repurpose your “surprise energy” into impact in this week’s episode of The Basement Philanthropy Podcast. ________________________...

As counterintuitive as it may seem, giving your money away is one of the surest paths to getting more of it. See why the giving paradox works and the science behind baby foot massages all in this episode of the Basement Philanthropy Podcast. Trust me, your giving will never be the same. ______________________________________________________ Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the f...

What’s the difference between micro-philanthropy and random acts of kindness? Find out what the distinction is, why it’s important, and listen to a few micro-philanthropists demonstrate the power of intention. And you thought Chik-fi-La’s sauce was good! ______________________________________________________ Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course:  https://www.udemy.co...

Today is a day of outsourcing. We outsource everything: our cooking, driving, shopping, and yes our philanthropy. Although outsourcing your giving is more time effective, it robs you of experience.  Experience that makes you happier, healthier, and an overall better human. It’s time to start diversifying your philanthropy with giving that is up close and personal. _________________________________...

The word philanthropy is misdefined in most of our brains. Too often it's used only to describe people like Melinda French Gates or Warren Buffet, when in reality there is plenty of space for you and I. So stop doom scrolling on the sidelines of giving. You can create good with just 7% of the average American paycheck. ______________________________________________________ Start your journey...

Teachers can teach us lessons well after we leave their classrooms. Robert Tonks, my college social innovations professor, did just that when I spoke with him about Basement Philanthropy. Learn the lesson he taught me: getting involved with micro-philanthropy can help you combat the culture of "you don't matter." ______________________________________________________ Start your Micr...

Basement Philanthropy started with one simple question, “What good could be created if ordinary people saw their money as a way to create impact?” Now, seven years later, I'm launching my contribution to the micro-philanthropy movement. You in? ______________________________________________________ Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course:  https://www.udemy.com/cou...