making a difference through giving circles
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Humanity is at its best when weare able to help one another,
more specifically those who needour help.
This is how we've gotten by forcenturies, and it is more
important than ever, sharingspace with 7 billion+ people and
growing poverty.
While there are many examples ofgenerosity, over the years the role
of philanthropy has becomecentered on the super rich.
Individuals like Andrew Carnegieand Bill Gates have donated
millions to influence causes andprovide resources for the needy.
While great, a more grassrootsapproach to giving back has risen
to create more personalconnection to change and broaden
the scope of initiatives.
Giving circles offer the opportunityfor almost anyone to have a handand a say in helping the most
vulnerable members of our society.
By pooling money and makingdecisions together, giving circlesoffer a more democratic process tophilanthropy, and most times, arenot beholden to one group or cause,
unlike some foundations.
Remarkably, most giving circleshave been headed by women and
focus on women's issues around theworld, including education and
poverty.
Younger people have also noticedthe method as a way to get involved,
and causes like eradicating youthhomelessness receive attention as
well.
With thousands involved andcounting, giving circles have raisedand donated millions of dollars,
along with advocacy and a socialcomponent of charitable efforts.
For more information, visit my recent blog on the subject.
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