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Giving Is A SkillVoluntary SimplicityFor many of us, luck is often a casual conversation topic revolving around four-leaf clovers and leprechauns. Rarely does it inspire us to change our behavior, because, after all, luck is seen as mere chance. But have you ever considered what your life would be like without the luck you currently enjoy? This week, learn how you can leverage the success attributed to your luck to give back to those around you through voluntary simplicity.Altruism by Matthieu Ricard: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22208239-altruismThe Value of Voluntary Simplicity by Richard Gregg: https...2024-03-1915 minGiving Is A SkillWhen Intentions Aren’t Enough (ft. Aaron Miller)Intention is often the main criterion we use to gauge our impact as individual philanthropists. The common belief is, "If our hearts are in the right place, that's all that matters." But, is that truly the case? Should the goodwill of our hearts be the sole measure of the positive change we bring into the world? This week, join us as we explore a more effective approach to achieving impact through intention with Aaron Miller.How to Help Podcast: https://how-to-help.com/podcast/How to Help Blog: https://how-to-help.com/blog/Against Empathy...2024-03-1236 minGiving Is A SkillThe Giving Order of OperationsWe typically think of math when the phrase 'order of operations' is used. But what would happen if we applied this sequential focus approach to giving? This week, learn how to follow the Giving Order of Operations: Need, Intervention, and Giver.______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 minute video introduction to giving and philanthropy:https://vimeo.com/824985963______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/2024-03-0510 minGiving Is A SkillA Giver’s Journey Pt. 2 (ft. Lauren Lund)Journeys are made up of thousands of individual steps. It’s not every day that you get the chance to learn, in real-time, from the individual steps of another. This week, get the chance to do just that as Lauren Lund joins us to check in on her as-lived giving journey.A Giver’s Journey Pt. 1 (ft. Laurent Lund)* Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/giving-is-a-skill/id1622894869?i=1000641817854* Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3jYJgaWfxHfdxtdd8PztDx?si=a92b1b2a256d4998______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 minute video intr...2024-02-2734 minGiving Is A SkillHow to Save a LifeThere is a pervasive belief that you have to be rich in order to be involved in lifesaving giving. It’s pervasive because it is simply not true. In fact, for less than the cost of an In-and-Out hamburger, you could literally save the life of another human being. This week, learn how you can donate effectively by utilizing the research services of organizations such as GiveWell.Peter Singer’s Original Thought Experiment: https://www.thelifeyoucansave.org/child-in-the-pond/GiveWell’s Top 4 Charities: https://www.givewell.org/charities/top-charities______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 m...2024-02-2011 minGiving Is A SkillThe Outsized Impact of Individual DonorsIf you’ve ever thought that your money doesn’t matter in giving, you’re not alone. It can be easy to view your individual contribution as insignificant when compared to the major issues of this world like hunger, poverty, and disease. Your not alone though, and when you take your money and combine it with all the other givers out in the world, the opportunity is astonishing. This week, learn how to increase the impact of your dollars on Giving is a Skill.Start of Giving Exercise: 8:002021 USA Giving Report: https://givingusa.org/wp-content/upload...2024-02-0615 minGiving Is A SkillHow the Utah Jazz Bear Became the Mascot for Charities (ft. Jon Absey and Andy Chudd)Mascots are a lot of things, but before 1994 they weren’t often thought of when it came to charity work. That all changed when Jon Absey and Andy Chudd struck up an unlikely partnership that led to the Jazz Bear becoming the Mascot for Charities. This week, meet the man behind the bear and learn why you don’t have to be famous to get started.______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 minute video introduction to giving and philanthropy:https://vimeo.com/824985963______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: h...2024-01-3031 minGiving Is A SkillMiracle Tim (ft. Caroline Hilton)The kindness of strangers is something many of us have vivid experiences with. Whether it is the surprise paid meal, an unexpected gift, or a kind compassionate compliment, these often unanimous heroes make all of our worlds a little brighter. This week, listen to a recent experience Caroline Hilton and I had with one of these kind strangers and the lessons we learned from our time with Miracle Tim.______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 minute video introduction to giving and philanthropy:https://vimeo.com/824985963______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the...2024-01-2323 minGiving Is A SkillA Giver’s Journey Pt. 1 (ft. Lauren Lund)Just like journeys on the road or into the mountains, giving journeys are much more enjoyable with company. There is something inherently bonding and motivating about this companionship, which is why we are introducing a new segment to the podcast where we get to walk a few miles in the shoes of other givers. This week, learn about overcoming the overwhelm that can come into our lives when we give with our good friend Lauren Lund. ______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 minute video introduction to giving and philanthropy:https://vimeo.com/824985963______________________________________________________S...2024-01-1628 minGiving Is A SkillOur Impact (2024)Unfortunately, impact is talked about much more than it is actioned on. Too many of us waste our energy and resources dreaming about a better world while a select few are actually putting in the work. At GrassRoots Giving, it is our mission to flip this trend on its head. In this episode, learn about the impact we, as a team, intend to have in 2024 and what we are doing to quantify what happens. 6,000 lbs of Connection______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 minute video introduction to giving and philanthropy:https://vimeo.com/8249859632024-01-0933 minGiving Is A SkillClumsy Beginnings (Ft. Conner Simmons)Giving is a Skill is evolving and one of the main catalysts behind this evolution is a good friend of mine, Conner Simmons. Conner and I met in high school and after a few years a part, we are joining forces to refocus and revamp this show into something greater. This week, get to know Conner personally and begin to see the future of Giving is a Skill. ______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 minute video introduction to giving and philanthropy:https://vimeo.com/824985963______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free c...2024-01-0258 minGiving Is A SkillStart Small, Grow Tall (Revisited)With New Year's just around the corner, it can be tempting to spend the next week or so planning ambitious giving goals for 2023. Maybe you feel called to help alleviate poverty in South America, support homeless veterans in Miami, or stop the deforestation of the Amazon rainforest. Whatever the cause, before you get too far down the giving daydream, remember these four words: "start small, grow tall." This week, learn how this simple phrase can help you make a lasting impact during the upcoming new year.______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 minute video introduction to giving...2023-12-2614 minGiving Is A SkillSanta Claus: The World’s First Philanthropist (Revisited)Almost every Christmas tradition is rooted in some act of generosity. You can see this in the decorated trees, carolers on doorsteps, and in the character of jolly old St. Nicholas. This week, learn the philanthropy origin story of the rosy-cheeked man with the red suit and sleigh. Main History Reference: https://www.stnicholascenter.org/who-is-st-nicholas______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________2023-12-1910 minGiving Is A SkillFinding True Meaning In Family Gatherings This ChristmasWith Christmas just 13 days away, the pressure is ramping up to finalize Christmas plans and presents. With so much to do, it can be easy to forget why we celebrate Christmas in the first place, especially when it comes to family gatherings. This week, learn how to stir your family get-togethers towards the true meaning of Christmas, regardless of your religious beliefs.Am I the Dead Sea or Galilee - https://www.ukbiblestudents.co.uk/oct/poem292.htmFamily Giving Opportunitie :Hygiene Kits - https://convoyofhope.org/articles/hygiene-kits/Red...2023-12-1214 minGiving Is A SkillWhat To Do Instead of the 12 Days of Christmas (Revisited)What if you could stretch The 12 Days of Christmas across the entire year, and instead of giving just once a year, you established a tradition of year-round giving? It is possible, but only if we think of the Christmas season as a headstart to our giving instead of the year’s finale. This week, discover an approach to Christmas that can truly make charity of the season last all year long.______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 minute video introduction to giving and philanthropy:https://vimeo.com/824985963______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today th...2023-12-0521 minGiving Is A SkillGiving TuesdayToday is #GivingTuesday! So if you’re sick of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, now is the perfect time to focus on be looking outside ourselves and giving. This week, we’re shining the spotlight on the movement of GivingTuesday, a global movement that inspires people to give back to their communities. We’ll explore the history of the organization, its impact, and how we can ride the momentum of this movement to maximize our giving efforts.______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 minute video introduction to giving and philanthropy:https://vimeo.com/824985963______________________________________________________St...2023-11-2808 minGiving Is A SkillFamily Giving Pt. 2: Creating a Culture of GivingJust in time for Thanksgiving comes part 2 of our mini-series on family giving. In this week’s episode, we’ll discuss the benefits of consciously implementing a consistent giving culture within our families and discuss how you can get started if you’re family feels a little weak in this area. Referenced Fidelity Study: https://www.fidelitycharitable.org/content/dam/fc-public/docs/insights/family-giving-traditions.pdfHygiene Kit Instructions: https://www.doinggoodtogether.org/bhf/homeless-care-kits______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 minute video introduction to giving and philanthropy:https://vimeo.com/824985963______________________________________________________2023-11-2112 minGiving Is A SkillFamily Giving Pt. 1: Start at HomeGiving within our families can be challenging. Expectations, complex history, and cultural norms often make serving those we love seem impossible. With so much at stake, the thought of opening the giving can of worms might seem daunting. This week, discover why giving in the home can be the perfect starting point for one's giving journey.______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 minute video introduction to giving and philanthropy:https://vimeo.com/824985963______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/...2023-11-1413 minGiving Is A SkillReachable Giving: Make-A-Wish Utah (ft. Caroline Hilton and Lindsey Sampson)What would Halloween look like if it had a little more purpose? Find out what we discovered with the help of two members of the GrassRoots community, Caroline Hilton and Lindsey Sampson. ______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 minute video introduction to giving and philanthropy:https://vimeo.com/824985963______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________2023-11-0728 minGiving Is A SkillThe Free Throws of GivingWe don't think about it very often, but everything we do requires skill. Actions as simple as drinking from a glass or quickly sending a text have been learned through years of study, observation, and practice. Giving is no different. While the desire to give is inherently human, the skill is not. This week, learn how to build a giving skill set.______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 minute video introduction to giving and philanthropy:https://vimeo.com/824985963______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy...2023-10-3125 minGiving Is A SkillGrowing GrassRoots GivingA few months ago I got the chance to tell my story to Darrel Hammon, a reporter from the Provo Daily Harold. The space he created for me was transformative and brought out key insights that I had never considered before we sat down to talk. This week, hear the story of this podcast and GrassRoots Giving as Darrel takes the interview seat in my basement. Link to Darrel’s Article: https://www.heraldextra.com/news/community/2023/oct/22/making-a-difference-to-grant-collins-grassroots-giving-is-a-gift-itself/______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 minute video introduction to giving and philanthropy:https://vim...2023-10-241h 10Giving Is A SkillSome Thoughts on Israel and GazaThere are some really hard things going on in the world right now. It can be so easy to turn the page and not think about them, but this is a mistake. It’s a mistake first of all because the people who are suffering deserve at the very least our acknowledgement of their hardship, and second of all it’s a mistake because wrestling with complexity is a key skill to becoming an impactful giver. This week, listen to a raw unfiltered episode where I share some thoughts about the current tragedy unfolding in Israel and Gaza. P...2023-10-1712 min
Giving Is A SkillA Special SurpriseIt wouldn’t be a surprise if we told you what it was in the description! Tune in for an exciting update to Basement Philanthropy! The Altruistic Brain:* Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/basement-philanthropy/id1622894869?i=1000609438044* Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/00o4Si2J9EqRsa5ScmSauE?si=ccbe1d9d695341b7______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 minute video introduction to giving and philanthropy:https://vimeo.com/824985963______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/cou...2023-10-1006 minGiving Is A SkillCompassion FatigueWe don't often discuss it, but there is a duality to giving. On one hand, it can be a wonderful and fulfilling experience, while on the other, it can be the cause of a medically diagnosed condition known as Compassion Fatigue. In this episode, discover what Compassion Fatigue is and learn how to remedy and prevent it from affecting your personal giving.Don’t be an Ostrich:* Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/basement-philanthropy/id1622894869?i=1000626775890* Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1v2H3y0kDSiyKRN9z4CkxN?si=2f0ebbc7fe2...2023-10-0318 min
Giving Is A SkillThe Exponential Potential of GivingIt’s easy to see how money investments can become exponential, but what about giving? Although different, giving and investing operate according to similar principles especially when it comes to exponential gain or impact. This week, learn why consistency is key to exponential results in both monetary investing and personal giving. ______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 minute video introduction to giving and philanthropy:https://vimeo.com/824985963______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________YouT...2023-09-2616 min
Giving Is A SkillFind Healing Through GivingWhen we think of the relationship between the ideas of giving and healing, the obvious connection most come to is that giving is an effective way to provide help and healing to the recipient who is in need. But giving back and focusing on others can be a powerful way to heal ourselves as well. This week, find out how giving can empower us in the healing we all need at some point. ______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 minute video introduction to giving and philanthropy:https://vimeo.com/824985963______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy j...2023-09-1915 min
Giving Is A SkillThe Problem with Moral IndividualismIndividualism seems to be everywhere. It’s in the movies we watch, the news we read, and the music we listen to. But just because it is everywhere, doesn’t mean it is useful. This week, find out why, ironically, getting outside yourself is the surest way to be individually successful in life and giving.Radio West Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radiowest/id262033197?i=1000626485184Moral Individualism Article: https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/perspectives-on-politics/article/abs/moral-individualism-in-modern-politics-a-new-measure-inspired-by-political-theory/29C773C94B5466E0F9DE2042395BD9C8______________________________________________________Check out the new...2023-09-1214 minGiving Is A SkillDon’t be an OstrichIt's easy to feel overwhelmed by the inequities in this world. Between almost continuous reports of natural disasters, the ever-present echoes of war, and political upheaval abroad, and at home, one can feel like the only way to deal with all the noise is to simply find the nearest sandhill and shove their head in it. This week, learn how to gradually level up your giving skills so you can be a force against the many challenges we are facing.Ryan Holiday/Guy Raw Interview Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lAv3huYJk_E&t=801s2023-09-0518 minGiving Is A SkillStop Outsourcing Your Philanthropy (Revisited)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. This week, learn how to start diversifying your philanthropy with giving that is up close and personal. ______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________Watch the podcast on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lU7WSH70fP4...2023-08-2916 minGiving Is A SkillThe Kindness StudyKindness isn’t always about doing something big or grand. It’s also about small, everyday acts that can make a big difference in someone’s life. It’s contagious; one kind act can inspire more kindness from—and toward—yourself, as well as encourage kindness in others. This week, I’ll report on my experience participating in the 7-day kindness study and share my results.The Kindness Study: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/324811109_A_range_of_kindness_activities_boost_happiness______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 minute video introduction to giving and philanthropy:https://vim...2023-08-2216 minGiving Is A SkillKindness is Not ClichéKindness can build trust and rapport, it can create a sense of belonging and community, and it can inspire others to be kind, bringing its effects full circle. But despite the benefits, the “cliché” of kindness makes it often overlooked as a powerful tool for giving. When we are kind to others, we not only make them feel good, but we also open up the door to deeper connection and more meaningful giving. This week, we explore the impact of kindness on giving and how it deepens the impact on both the giver and the receiver.______________________________________________________C...2023-08-1517 minGiving Is A SkillBridging The Giving GapIn every giving situation we encounter, there is a gap that needs to be crossed. This gap can be physical, contextual, or demographic in nature, but it is always present. In order to create real impact, we need to find a way to bridge this gap. This week, learn how to join those we want to help where they are instead of attempting to help from a distance. Amber’s Video: https://gofund.me/dd8b72b3 ______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 minute video introduction to giving and philanthropy:https://vimeo.com/8249859632023-08-0822 minGiving Is A SkillThe Exponential Power of InvitationsInvitations are pretty underrated when it comes to increasing our personal impact. Too often we turn first to creating a complex plan, when all it really takes is a text message, phone call, or personal invite. This week, discover how you can be a part of creating exponential good in the world through the simple power of invitations. Sleep In Heavenly Peace GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/b1d6b5fa______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 minute video introduction to giving and philanthropy:https://vimeo.com/824985963______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey...2023-08-0114 minGiving Is A SkillIf I Were a TED Talk…We all feel motivated to give or donate to improve our communities in one way or another. However, many opportunities are missed by lack of giving experience. In this inspiring talk, philanthropy enthusiast Grant Collins outlines the concept of giving as a skill set, and discusses how a change of mindset about giving can change your life, and the lives of those around you, ultimately making the world a better place. This talk was given at a Treehouse Talks event in Lehi, Utah.______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 minute video introduction to giving and...2023-07-2514 minGiving Is A SkillThe First Step to Giving (ft. Amber Larsen)First steps are often the hardest. They’re shaky, awkward, and most of the time the experience ends with some kind of fall. Giving is no different, but similar to walking once we get the hang of it an entire new world is opened. This week, I am joined at the desk by Amber Larson, the producer of this podcast and a giver who is just starting to take her first steps. ______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 minute video introduction to giving and philanthropy:https://vimeo.com/824985963______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today th...2023-07-1827 minGiving Is A SkillPainting a Safer CommunityAfter seeing how many curbs were faded and chipped, our community came together to make our local elementary schools safer by painting some curbs red along some busy roads. With some tape, paint, and 60+ volunteers, we painted 2 schools in 2 hours. This week, watch how we did it by following the link below:Giving Project Video Recap: https://vimeo.com/844100611?share=copy2023-07-1101 minGiving Is A SkillThe Freedom to GiveThe United States has one of the highest rates of charitable giving and we have the founding fathers to thank for that. The founding documents of our country helped pave the way for giving that we enjoy as a nation today. This week, celebrate the founding of our country with a little giving. ______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 minute video introduction to giving and philanthropy:https://vimeo.com/824985963______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________2023-07-0413 minGiving Is A SkillYour Life is The Truman ShowLike it or not, much of our lives is like The Truman Show. Living in a false reality, we tend to view our own lives in ways that are simply not accurate, and it would be bad enough if this just affected our lives. Unfortunately, the impact radius of this thinking encompasses those surrounding us, especially those in need. This week, learn how to see giving in a more accurate and realistic way.______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 minute video introduction to giving and philanthropy:https://vimeo.com/824985963______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy...2023-06-2710 minGiving Is A SkillEgo: The Enemy of GivingIf there was a supervillain of giving, it would be ego. It seems to always be there, lurking in the shadows of our altruistic efforts, making potentially selfless acts all about us. While it is unlikely that we will be able to get rid of ego, there are ways that we can begin to chip away at its impact. This week, learn how to use giving as the antidote to our ego-addicted society. Ego is the Enemy: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27036528-ego-is-the-enemy______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 minute video introduction to giving a...2023-06-2013 minGiving Is A SkillGiving as a Career (ft. Tamsyn Randall and Lissie Allred)As a society, we tend to place the hygiene factors of a career (money, benefits, and social prestige) over those that truly give us motivation and meaning (personal development, impact, and being a part of something bigger than oneself). For this reason, many children do not even consider a career in giving when they are asked what they would like to be when they “grow up?” To begin to change this perspective and inspire future generations, we need to tell more stories of those who have found a balance between pursuing their personal goals and making a positive impact on s...2023-06-1327 minGiving Is A SkillThe Power of Transcendence: Maslow's Final NeedAbraham Maslow is most famous for his contributions to humanistic psychology, and while he made many contributions in this field, his most notable work revolves around basic human needs. Humanistic psychology is essentially the study of the individual, and it was on the individual that Abraham focused. However, later in his life, he expressed a change of heart regarding his early work. This week, learn how to transcend beyond yourself with Maslow's lost need of transcendence.______________________________________________________Check out the new 5 minute video introduction to giving and philanthropy:https://vimeo.com/824985963______________________________________________________...2023-06-0615 minGiving Is A SkillIncreasing Your Giving Bottom-LineThe conversation surrounding the giving of one’s time, talents, and money is often viewed from a top-line perspective. The more we have, the better. This approach, however, does little to improve the causes and charities we care about if there is nothing left at the bottom-line. This week, learn how to give more of your time, talents, and money by evaluating and cutting back on what you are currently using.Screen time for Apple: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i3mG3PHpQBcDigital wellbeing for Android: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uBv19bp...2023-05-3015 minGiving Is A SkillGiving First Personal Finance (ft. Chris Claflin)Our personal finances can often become too personal. With so much emphasis placed on self, it is easy to push off giving until we have everything 'handled.' Although easy, such an approach certainly is not useful. Giving and philanthropy are skillsets, just like budgeting and investing. The more time you have to practice, the larger the impact. This week, learn the giving-first personal finance approach with my good friend, Chris Claflin.Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopherclaflin/Start giving with Kiva: https://www.kiva.org/______________________________________________________Check...2023-05-2329 minGiving Is A SkillA Raw ConversationNo outline, no cuts, just a raw conversation about the present and future of Basement Philanthropy. 2023-05-1617 minGiving Is A SkillOne Year of Basement PhilanthropyCheck out the new 5 minute video introduction to giving and philanthropy:https://vimeo.com/824985963______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/d8jPhhgtrwE2023-05-0920 minGiving Is A SkillSharing is CaringThis week instead of listening to me, I want to share with you an episode of one of my favorite Podcasts, Hidden Brain. Host Shankar Vedantam and psychologist Amit Kumar explore the psychology behind giving. It was rich, personable, and full of actionable steps to help all of us become more impactful givers. The listen will be well worth your time.Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hidden-brain/id1028908750?i=1000610459036Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3QJRRWbiOm9RN7SiheDeYe?si=c42456101f7b4fcd______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today...2023-05-0202 minGiving Is A SkillService Is a Lifestyle, Not a ProjectMany of us first experience giving and philanthropy through service projects. These pre-planned opportunities are a great introduction to giving, but should be viewed as the beginning and not the end of our development as philanthropists. Service projects are a launchpad to developing a service lifestyle which incorporates giving into every aspect of one’s life. This week, learn both the process and purpose of living a service lifestyle.15 Suggestions to Get Started:Pay for someone's meal of drinkSmile and say hello to people you pass on the streetListen attentively when someone is speaking to youWrite a...2023-04-2517 minGiving Is A SkillThe Altruistic BrainIt is common to say that individuals are good by nature, but is that actually the truth? So much of our experience of society seems to point towards the exact opposite, and it can feel like humans are actually hardwired to be awful. This week, learn about the emerging neuroscience that proves that humans are in deed good by nature.______________________________________________________Main Podcast Reference - The Altruistic Brain by Donald Pfaff______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy2023-04-1814 minGiving Is A SkillDone is Better Than PerfectWhat is your relationship like with perfectionism? Does it loom large over your life or is it merely an infrequent annoyance? Does show up when you start a project or towards the finish line? Regardless of how or when you experience this seemingly innate desire for fully polished outcomes, perfectionism rarely adds value to our lives especially when it comes to giving. This week, learn how replacing perfection with the lean giving approach can drastically improve your overall philanthropic impact. ______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com...2023-04-1115 minGiving Is A SkillFreshman English, Lifelong Impact (ft. Jared Payne and Peter Cook)Can one person truly make a difference? It's a question that many of us ask as we strive to increase our philanthropic impact. While there's no definitive answer, a quick flip through an old yearbook will likely spark memories of teachers who proved that the impact of a single person can reverberate through the lives of countless individuals. In this episode, Jared Payne, Peter Cook, and I pay heartfelt tribute to one such teacher, Brother Kendall Grant.______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/2023-04-0421 minGiving Is A SkillStewardship, a Giving PrincipleIt’s common to feel paralyzed on the sidelines of giving. Causes that can use our support are everywhere, but we trick ourselves into thinking that what we have to contribute won’t make a difference. What if that wasn’t the case, however? What if our micro-actions snowballed into real sustainable change? This week, learn how the principle of stewardship proves that our individual giving matters. ______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________Watch the podcast on You...2023-03-2814 minGiving Is A SkillStart But Don’t End Your Giving with the NewsOver the last few years, news media organizations have become increasingly controversial. Polarizing political perspectives and fierce competition for market share has turned a once-trusted public service into a battleground for our attention. Unfortunately, this can have a negative impact on giving and philanthropy, as stories about these topics often have a short shelf-life in an industry that is constantly vying for our audience. In this week's episode, learn how you can use the never-ending "BREAKING NEWS" cycle to your advantage in order to create a deep impact.______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the...2023-03-2116 minGiving Is A SkillYou're Richer Than You ThinkWealth is a complicated subject. While we all need it to live, the pursuit of wealth often leads to a life that doesn't feel fulfilling. Despite this, many of us feel like we don't have enough, even though we may have more than the majority of earth’s population. This week, learn how to give more by simply changing how you look at the definition of what it means to “be rich.” The Billion Dollar Anti-Philanthropy Machine Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/basement-philanthropy/id1622894869?i=1000593412405Pew Research Study: https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2015/07/09/how-am...2023-03-1415 minGiving Is A SkillThe Business Case for Micro-PhilanthropyUnfortunately, company giving is mostly viewed through a lens of broad high-level “Corporate” initiatives. While these initiatives do create real impact, they often leave out a major stakeholder: the individual team members. This week, we'll explore how integrating individual micro-philanthropy into a business's learning and development strategy can create a sum much greater than its parts.The Philanthropic Method Explained:Part 1: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/basement-philanthropy/id1622894869?i=1000584610418Part 2: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/basement-philanthropy/id1622894869?i=1000585513850Part 3: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/basement-philanthropy/id1622894869?i=1000586223818Part 4: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podc...2023-03-0717 minGiving Is A SkillSpeaking of Impact W/ Bob DePasqualeI’ve found it challenging at times to tell the full story of Basement Philanthropy. Not because I don’t know or love it, but because I often get pigeonholed into what my current experience. Being a guest on someone else’s podcast, however, has a way of reframing that perspective, and that is exactly what happened when I sat down with Bob DePasquale. His Podcast, “Speaking With Impact” focuses on “empowering people to recognize their time, talent, and treasures as powerful tools that bring joy and fulfillment not only to themselves but to the world around them.” He di...2023-02-2842 minGiving Is A Skill6,000 lbs of Connection (Ft. Kim Josse, Lindsey Estes, and Amy Forbush)What good could be created if we all got a little better at doing something about the things we spend so much time talking about? Too often, causes that need our hands get only our quotes, and while awareness is crucial to change, “lip service” can only go so far. This week, experience the impact of acting on a seemingly ordinary conversation with my friends Kim Josse, Lindsey Estes, and Amy Forbush.______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________...2023-02-2144 minGiving Is A SkillWhat's Love Got to Do with It?Without love, philanthropy is no more than a tax incentive. With love, your money can move the world. This Valentines Day, learn how to replace chocolates and roses with something that will last well past February 14th. ______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2Jf5Rkyw19w2023-02-1415 minGiving Is A SkillThe Seven Questions To Ask Before Starting a NonprofitStarting an official nonprofit is a big decision. With so much to consider, it can be easy to get lost in the millions of Google results. This week, learn how to cut through the minutia with 7 simple questions. ______________________________________________________The Seven Questions:1. Will you serve a “charitable class?”2. Do you have a charitable “program?”3. Can you feed and care for an organization?4. Can you fund the startup?5. Do you have an anticipated budget?6. Have you developed a funding plan?7. Do you have a board?2023-02-0716 minGiving Is A SkillWhen Philanthropy Goes WrongMistakes are an inevitable part of the philanthropy journey. Instead of shying away from them, embrace them as opportunities to grow and improve your giving skills. This week, discover the unexpected benefits of overcoming missteps in your giving efforts.______________________________________________________Sabrina Podcast Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/basement-philanthropy/id1622894869?i=1000594854627Landon Podcast Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/basement-philanthropy/id1622894869?i=1000580023497______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________Watch...2023-01-3117 minGiving Is A SkillYou Have Time for Philanthropy (Ft. Tanner Green and Emily Jensen)Did you spend as much time giving last week as you wanted? It's a simple question, and while many of us claim to be charitable, our calendars tell a very different story. So, what would happen if you started to actively track the time you spent giving? Would your calendar begin to reflect your philanthropic intentions? This week, join Emily Jensen, Tanner Green, and me in a conversation about our experience in doing just that.______________________________________________________Emily Jensen Introduction Podcast:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/basement-philanthropy/id1622894869?i=1000567226478...2023-01-2431 minGiving Is A SkillWhen Giving Meets Community (Ft. Sabrina Clark)Doing anything by yourself is a challenge, especially when it comes to giving. You see a neighbor’s fence needing repainting, but you don’t have the guts to approach them. A park in your community is collecting more and more trash, but the thought of picking it up alone is overwhelming. Refugees come to your hometown with little to nothing, but you and your family barely have enough to get by. Although it wouldn't guarantee action, having a friend involved in each scenario would make a difference. This week, learn the value of community in philanthropy from Sabrina Clar...2023-01-1730 minGiving Is A SkillThe Billion Dollar Anti-Philanthropy MachineNearly 300 billion dollars are spent annually on advertising in the United States. From car insurance to men’s deodorant, advertisements often push us to prioritize our own interests over those of others. In this week's episode, learn how to flip this self-centered narrative by ironically using the same techniques as the Billion Dollar Anti-Philanthropy Machine.______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/QoCkpB_NNCM2023-01-1012 minGiving Is A SkillThe Philanthropic Method In Action (Ft. Katie Morse)The Philanthropic Method can transform any giving opportunity into an impactful experience. At first, it doesn’t seem natural to use a framework in our small-scale giving, but you’ll never go back once you experience the benefits of adding intention to the equation. This week, learn how natural implementing this process can be with my friend Katie Morse. The Philanthropic Method Explained:Part 1: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/basement-philanthropy/id1622894869?i=1000584610418Part 2: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/basement-philanthropy/id1622894869?i=1000585513850Part 3: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/basement-philanthropy/id1622894869?i=1000586223818Part 4: https://podcasts.apple...2023-01-0328 minGiving Is A SkillStart Small, Grow TallWith New Year's just around the corner, it can be tempting to spend the next week or so planning ambitious giving goals for 2023. Maybe you feel called to help alleviate poverty in South America, support homeless veterans in Miami, or stop the deforestation of the Amazon rainforest. Whatever the cause, before you get too far down the giving daydream, remember these four words: "start small, grow tall." This week, learn how this simple phrase can help you make a lasting impact during the upcoming new year.______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: 2022-12-2713 minGiving Is A SkillSanta Claus: The World's First PhilanthropistAlmost every Christmas tradition is rooted in some act of generosity. You can see this in the decorated trees, carolers on doorsteps, and in the character of jolly old St. Nicholas. This week, learn the philanthropy origin story of the rosy-cheeked man with the red suit and sleigh. Main History Reference: https://www.stnicholascenter.org/who-is-st-nicholas______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/0dPxsHkvIfg2022-12-2010 minGiving Is A SkillGive the Skill Set of PhilanthropyGiving the skill set of philanthropy is not a passive experience. Like all skill sets, philanthropy requires resources and teaching in order to be developed. No matter where you find yourself on the journey of developing this skill set, you can share what you know with your family, friends, and neighbors. This week, learn how to add the simple but impactful skillset of philanthropy to the gifts you are already planning to give this Christmas season.______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/2022-12-1310 minGiving Is A SkillWhat To Do Instead Of The 12 Days Of ChristmasWhat if you could stretch The 12 Days of Christmas across the entire year, and instead of giving just once a year, you established a tradition of year-round giving? It is possible, but only if we think of the Christmas season as a headstart to our giving instead of the year’s finale. This week, discover an approach to Christmas that can truly make charity of the season last all year long.______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________2022-12-0620 minGiving Is A SkillThe Philanthropic Method Pt. 4 (Measuring Impact & Iteration)Measuring the impact of your giving is a key difference between random acts of kindness and impactful intentional micro-philanthropy. While both have their place in the world, consciously mapping out the good you want to create can drastically expand the reach of your giving. In this final episode of The Philanthropic Method series, discover the power of becoming an active participant in the outcomes of your charity.Reflection Exercise Questions:1. What did you do?What is the need you were attempting to support, change, or help? What did you decide to do about it? Wh...2022-11-2926 minGiving Is A SkillGratitude and GivingThe more grateful we are, the greater capacity we have to get outside of ourselves and give. In fact, the very act of “counting our blessings” dispels the scarcity that corporations spend billions of dollars each year marketing to us. When gratitude is in play, this scarcity is replaced by abundance, and giving becomes the natural next step. Even the word Thanksgiving is a visual portrayal of this philanthropic order of operations. This week, learn how to make Thursday a time for giving as well as thanks. ______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free cour...2022-11-2217 minGiving Is A SkillThe Philanthropic Method Pt. 3 (Support Existing or Creating Impactful Solutions)Addressing the needs around us with existing solutions can feel like a cop-out. There is something sexy around the process of creating something new and so that is often our default as we look to impact needs around us. This week, learn why it is often the opposite approach that truly creates impactful solutions.The Characteristics of Impactful Philanthropy:A focus first on achieving social impact – i.e., a meaningful improvement in the lives of others (vs. other concerns such as maximizing the funder’s tax benefit or honoring a funder’s loved one)Leveraging the best a...2022-11-1514 minGiving Is A SkillThe Philanthropic Method Pt. 2 (Identifying and Understanding Needs)Impactful philanthropy starts well before a donation is given or a project is created. In fact, the success and sustainability of one’s giving is usually determined by how well the giver can identify and truly understand the need they are attempting to address. This week, learn why The Philanthropic Method is grounded in the complementary relationship between these two principles of giving.______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________Watch the podcast on YouTube: ht...2022-11-0824 minGiving Is A SkillThe Philanthropic Method Pt. 1 (An Overview)Ordinary giving is typically a whimsical experience. You and I react to a need that we run into while living our lives, and then almost immediately move on to something else. Rarely do we put a lot of long-term intention or thought into these experiences, but what would happen if we simply added a methodical framework to our ordinary giving? Find out this week as we explore what the scientific method can teach us about impactful micro-philanthropy. ______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/2022-11-0111 minGiving Is A SkillReceivers Make the Best Givers (Ft. Laurel Farrer)The skillset of philanthropy isn’t just developed through the act of giving. In fact, some of the most valuable philanthropy lessons come as you allow yourself to receive support and strength from your own community. This paradoxical growth comes in part because of the empathy gained through the receiving process. When viewed through the lens of receiving, giving becomes less about you and more about the person in need. This week, join a masterclass on empathetic giving with another member of the Basement Philanthropy community, Laurel Farrer. ______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the fr...2022-10-2540 minGiving Is A SkillThe Ripple Effect of GivingEach of us unknowingly walks around dropping stones in the lake of world history. The resulting ripple effects cascade across lives and generations, but all we see, if we notice at all, are small stones dropped into a vast often over-crowded lake. Many of us see the world this way because history is viewed in reverse. We see Rosa Parks as the iconic civil rights activist who started the Montgomery Bus Boycott, not the department store clerk who was tired of getting mistreated on her daily commute. We see the powerful change in federal and state drunk driving laws...2022-10-1815 minGiving Is A SkillGenerational Philanthropy Pt. 2 (Giving)What legacy will you pass down to future generations? Will it be one of giving and stewardship or a legacy of mismanagement and selfishness? Too often, we only ask such questions when the pages of our lives have mostly been filled. This doesn’t have to be you! If you take a few minutes today to consider what you inherited, such a reflection can create the awareness you need to become an active participant in what is passed down to your posterity. This week, in part two of the generational philanthropy series, learn about the impact of your giving ha...2022-10-1123 minGiving Is A SkillGenerational Philanthropy Pt. 1 (Finance)What legacy will you pass down to future generations? Will it be one of giving and stewardship or a legacy of mismanagement and selfishness? Too often, we only ask such questions when the pages of our lives have mostly been filled. This doesn’t have to be you! If you take a few minutes today to consider what you inherited, such a reflection can create the awareness you need to become an active participant in what is passed down to your posterity. This week, learn about the impact of your financial habits on your generational philanthropy.2022-10-1120 minGiving Is A SkillWhere Do We Go From Here?501(c)(3) nonprofits are required to have a board of directors. Since Basement Philanthropy is not yet an official nonprofit, in this episode I am treating you, the listener, as a member of my board. A board’s role is to hold the leaders of the nonprofit accountable for the impact of the organization. This week, I am making my first accounting of the past, current, and future state of Basement Philanthropy.______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________2022-10-0425 minGiving Is A SkillGenerational Philanthropy Pt. 1 (Finance)What legacy will you pass down to future generations? Will it be one of giving and stewardship or a legacy of mismanagement and selfishness? Too often, we only ask such questions when the pages of our lives have mostly been filled. This doesn’t have to be you! If you take a few minutes today to consider what you inherited, such a reflection can create the awareness you need to become an active participant in what is passed down to your posterity. This week, learn about the impact of your financial habits on your generational philanthropy.______________________________________________________2022-09-2722 minGiving Is A SkillWhat is “Enough” for You? (Ft. Abby & Landon Barney)We live in a world of “never enoughs.” Models are never thin enough, business leaders are never rich enough, and the car you drive is never cool enough. While this culture promises innovation and growth, it often leaves us empty with storage units full of stuff. This week, find your way out of that rat race with Abby and Landon Barney. ______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tn...2022-09-2033 minGiving Is A SkillMoney+ Pt. 3 (Your Talents)Believe it or not, your talents are in high demand when it comes to the giving and philanthropy space. Too many of us only see creating good through the lens of fulfilling a predetermined role within a cause or community organization. Your unique skills combined with your money can fill the needs that are all around you. This week, on the final episode of the Money+ series, learn how to leverage your hard and soft talents to build what you want in this world. ______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: h...2022-09-1318 minGiving Is A SkillMoney+ Pt. 2 (Your Time)Time is the most common resource people give. In fact, in the United States 63 million Americans, or 25% of the population, volunteer. Unfortunately, a lot of this time is spent reactively with little or no clear intention in mind. What additional good could be created if this were to change and what would happen if we added money to the equation? Find out this week, on the second episode of the Money+ mini-series. ______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________2022-09-0621 minGiving Is A SkillMoney+ Pt. 1 (Your Voice)If we’re not careful, we can make philanthropy all about the money. While absolutely necessary, dollars and cents will not create the good that is needed in your community. For the next three weeks, we are going to explore the impact gains that can occur when money gets added to our voices, time, and talents. The outcome of these combinations is not simply linear, they are exponential. ______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________Watch the podcast on...2022-08-3019 minGiving Is A SkillCouples Micro-Philanthropy (Ft. Brooke & Tanner Thygerson)Giving in a marriage is significantly different than giving as an individual. If partners are not paying attention, the potential complexities of marriage can get in the way of simple and consistent giving. This week, learn how being on the same page financially makes giving a smooth experience from Brooke and Tanner Thygerson. ______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/shVrYU3Fl6Y2022-08-2329 minGiving Is A SkillPut Your Money Where Your Mouth IsA strong personal finance system is key to your success as a micro-philanthropist. Too often the joy of giving is trampled by feelings of scarcity and “givers remorse,” simply because we don’t understand how it will impact us financially. A simple budget can cut through these feelings and turn our reactive philanthropy into a thriving proactive experience. This week, learn about the tools I use to manage my personal finances and philanthropy. Giving & Philanthropy Spreadsheet:https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1LiyvmBryl7kD2ijj_c4qPGcjHZ9KFy56F505adiypN0/copy**Tho...2022-08-1621 minGiving Is A Skill5 Micro-Philanthropy Projects You Can Do TodayBecoming a Micro-Philanthropist has less to do with the size of your pocketbook and more to do with your willingness to get started. There are opportunities for you to create meaning, connection, and impact in almost every activity you are involved with day-to-day. Simply take one step outside of yourself and you will recognize more philanthropy than you can handle on your own. This week, hear about five micro-philanthropy ideas that you could create with your money today. Restaurant Roundup Multiplier Book for a Friend/ConnectionGas as a Gift CardBuild-A-Bear for a KidDouble Up Groceries For a Food Pa...2022-08-0916 minGiving Is A SkillYou Will Never Feel Ready, So Do It Now (Ft. Julia Finch)It’s easy to kick the can of personal philanthropy down the road of our lives. We’ve all said the words, “I’ll do it next time,” when it comes to buying girl scout cookies, rounding up a tip for charity, or contributing to our local public radio station. This week, discover the joy you’ve been missing out on through the story of another Micro-Philanthropist in our community, Julia Finch. ______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________Watch the po...2022-08-0221 minGiving Is A SkillLikeBait Charity is Suffocating Our Personal Giving Pt. 2Now that you know what LIkeBait Charity is, it’s time to do something about it. The extravagant charity of a few content creators isn’t the gold standard for giving, your money, regardless of the amount, can create a real impact today. You are more than just a “like” and where you put your attention matters. This week, learn two tactics that can help you push against the effects of LIkeBait Charity:1. Start treating your “likes” as a form of currency 2. Use the cues of LikeBait Charity to catalyze your personal giving ______________________________________________________Start your M...2022-07-2617 minGiving Is A SkillLikeBait Charity is Suffocating Our Personal Giving Pt. 1Our brain’s natural reward system is being highjacked by pseudo charity creators in exchange for likes. By manipulating endorphins intended to reward action, these bad actors are utilizing strategies that keep you on the sidelines of giving. This week, find out what “LikeBait” charity is and why it is pulling a Jason Bourne disposal move on your personal giving. ______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________Watch the podcast on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-7bnTk...2022-07-1911 minGiving Is A SkillThe Domino Effect of Micro-Philanthropy (Ft. Alex Pocock)Your first few intentional micro-philanthropy projects will likely not change the world, but they will change you. These acts of faith, in your personal ability to effect change, begin a series of events that domino into deep impactful philanthropy. This week, see this principle unfold live in the life of another fellow Micro-Philanthropist, Alex Pocock.______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________Watch the podcast on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r5pvte5lLAY2022-07-1221 minGiving Is A SkillThe Philanthropy ContinuumThe journey of philanthropy is a continuum. When viewed up close, your day-to-day giving might not feel very substantial. Take a step back, however, and you will see that the philanthropist you become in the future is largely dependent on where you choose to spend your time, money, and influence today. In this week’s episode, decide the philanthropist you want to become with help from the phases of the personal philanthropy framework. ______________________________________________________Download the Phases of Personal Philanthropy PDF:https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=1L0cm1ztzHqS2xWQd8C5XQAle-UJ2R06...2022-07-0519 minGiving Is A SkillLet Philanthropy Burn a Hole in Your PocketWe 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-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________Watch the podcast on YouTube:https://youtu.be/RrPp1kBGvkA2022-06-2711 minGiving Is A SkillPhilanthropy Eats Scarcity for Breakfast (Ft. Emily Jensen)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 of money scarcity. ______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________Watch the podcast o...2022-06-2119 minGiving Is A SkillWhy the "Why" MattersThe 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.______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________Watch the podcast on YouTube:https://youtu.be/srAB8OZ...2022-06-1416 minGiving Is A SkillSurprise Philanthropy is Risky BusinessPulling 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.______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________Watch the podcast on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/wat...2022-06-0717 minGiving Is A SkillThe Economics of GivingAs 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 free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________Watch the podcast on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1kEuhNVEaSg______________________________________________________Reference:2022-05-3116 minGiving Is A SkillIntention: The Secret Sauce of GivingWhat’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.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________Watch the podcast on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ipeaJg6Ng-c2022-05-2415 minGiving Is A SkillStop Outsourcing Your PhilanthropyToday 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. ______________________________________________________Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________Watch the podcast on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lU7WSH70fP42022-05-1714 minGiving Is A SkillYou Are a PhilanthropistThe 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 today through the free Micro-Philanthropy course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________Watch the podcast on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jhWjm_eZaWI2022-05-1016 minGiving Is A SkillYou and Your Money MatterTeachers 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 Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: https://www.udemy.com/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________Watch the podcast on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hm_H4pa7jZQ2022-05-1016 minGiving Is A SkillWhat is Basement Philanthropy?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/course/micro-philanthropy_paycheck/Password: micro-philanthropy______________________________________________________Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZD8RyMvNAVU2022-05-0715 min