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The Simplest Way to Save Lives With Your Money

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Started February 08, 2026

“This lightbulb went off that almost no one was asking these questions.” In 2006, Elie Hassenfeld and a few of his friends pooled some money they wanted to donate to charity. And they wanted to find charities where their money would go the farthest in improving lives. That information, it turned out, was incredibly hard to find. That was the seed of GiveWell. For almost a decade, GiveWell has dedicated itself to rigorously researching the impact of charities around the world and channeling do...

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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 08, 2026
Focusing too much on measurable outcomes can lead to neglecting the emotional and social aspects of philanthropy, which are equally important.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 08, 2026
Relying solely on metrics to determine charitable effectiveness risks undervaluing smaller, community-driven initiatives that offer essential support.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 08, 2026
The concept of effective altruism raises important questions about how we measure the success of charity and its true impact on society.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 08, 2026
Donors should be cautious of organizations that claim high impact but lack transparent methodologies, as this can mislead charitable efforts.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 08, 2026
Charitable giving should prioritize evidence-based organizations like GiveWell to maximize the impact of donations on global health.
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