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The Vox guide to giving

Your guide to doing good.

Are we actually in the middle of a generosity crisis?
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Charitable giving in the US is down. But generosity goes beyond dollars.

By Celia Ford
Are we actually in the middle of a generosity crisis?
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Charitable giving in the US is down. But generosity goes beyond dollars.

By Celia Ford
Want to donate to charity? Here are 10 guidelines for giving effectively.Want to donate to charity? Here are 10 guidelines for giving effectively.
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How to do the most good possible with the money you give.

By Dylan Matthews and Sigal Samuel
I give 10 percent of my income to charity. You should, too.I give 10 percent of my income to charity. You should, too.
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Regular giving, even in small amounts, can save lives.

By Dylan Matthews
I don’t have much money. Is it okay if I don’t give to charity?I don’t have much money. Is it okay if I don’t give to charity?
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I want to make the world better, but donating feels out of reach.

By Sigal Samuel

The latest in The Vox guide to giving

We’re in a new era of conflict and crisis. Can humanitarian aid keep up?We’re in a new era of conflict and crisis. Can humanitarian aid keep up?
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“Utter neglect of displaced people has become the new normal.”

By Jess Craig
Want to fight climate change effectively? Here’s where to donate your money.
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These are 11 of the most high-impact, cost-effective, evidence-based organizations. You may not have heard of them.

By Sigal Samuel and Rachel DuRose
How to fit volunteering into a hectic scheduleHow to fit volunteering into a hectic schedule
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There are so many ways to make a difference, even when your time is tight.

By Rachel DuRose
Don’t wait: The case for giving sooner rather than laterDon’t wait: The case for giving sooner rather than later
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If you want to do good this Giving Tuesday, it’s probably a good idea to donate regularly.

By Kelsey Piper
Want to help animals? Here’s where to donate your money.Want to help animals? Here’s where to donate your money.
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These are the most effective charities for reducing animal suffering.

By Sigal Samuel and Kenny Torrella
Giving thanks may make your brain more altruisticGiving thanks may make your brain more altruistic
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Neuroscience is revealing a fascinating link between gratitude and generosity.

By Sigal Samuel
Why I gave my kidney to a stranger — and why you should consider doing it tooWhy I gave my kidney to a stranger — and why you should consider doing it too
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It’s simple.

By Dylan Matthews