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Ahead of Giving Tuesday, I hope you’ll join me in supporting the organisations working to reduce the worst forms of animal suffering. Donate to effective animal welfare charities: www.givingwhatwecan.org/best-chariti...
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November 28, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Ahead of Giving Tuesday, I hope you’ll join me in supporting the organisations working to reduce the worst forms of animal suffering. Donate to effective animal welfare charities: www.givingwhatwecan.org/best-chariti...
”Supporting effective animal welfare programmes is one of the most impactful ways I can help reduce suffering and restore basic dignity to millions of animals.”
November 28, 2025 at 2:00 PM
”Supporting effective animal welfare programmes is one of the most impactful ways I can help reduce suffering and restore basic dignity to millions of animals.”
“I often think about how future generations will view factory farming.
I’m confident many will see it as we now view past moral atrocities, something we should have challenged sooner.”
I’m confident many will see it as we now view past moral atrocities, something we should have challenged sooner.”
November 28, 2025 at 2:00 PM
“I often think about how future generations will view factory farming.
I’m confident many will see it as we now view past moral atrocities, something we should have challenged sooner.”
I’m confident many will see it as we now view past moral atrocities, something we should have challenged sooner.”
“What strikes me most is how unnecessary this suffering is.
We don’t need to keep animals in such harmful conditions, and with relatively small amounts of funding, especially through corporate campaigns, we can meaningfully reduce their daily pain.”
We don’t need to keep animals in such harmful conditions, and with relatively small amounts of funding, especially through corporate campaigns, we can meaningfully reduce their daily pain.”
November 28, 2025 at 2:00 PM
“What strikes me most is how unnecessary this suffering is.
We don’t need to keep animals in such harmful conditions, and with relatively small amounts of funding, especially through corporate campaigns, we can meaningfully reduce their daily pain.”
We don’t need to keep animals in such harmful conditions, and with relatively small amounts of funding, especially through corporate campaigns, we can meaningfully reduce their daily pain.”
“I took the GWWC pledge at university, and animal welfare has been my core focus ever since.
The sheer scale of animal suffering is overwhelming.
Hundreds of millions of animals are killed for food every day, but the worst suffering happens long before that, in the conditions they’re kept in.”
The sheer scale of animal suffering is overwhelming.
Hundreds of millions of animals are killed for food every day, but the worst suffering happens long before that, in the conditions they’re kept in.”
November 28, 2025 at 2:00 PM
“I took the GWWC pledge at university, and animal welfare has been my core focus ever since.
The sheer scale of animal suffering is overwhelming.
Hundreds of millions of animals are killed for food every day, but the worst suffering happens long before that, in the conditions they’re kept in.”
The sheer scale of animal suffering is overwhelming.
Hundreds of millions of animals are killed for food every day, but the worst suffering happens long before that, in the conditions they’re kept in.”
8️⃣ “The pledge locks me in forever.”
Myth: “The pledge locks me in forever.”
Reality: It’s a commitment, not a contract. 🔓
You can update where you give, adjust your structure, or pause if your circumstances change. Life happens — the 🔸10% pledge recognises that.
Myth: “The pledge locks me in forever.”
Reality: It’s a commitment, not a contract. 🔓
You can update where you give, adjust your structure, or pause if your circumstances change. Life happens — the 🔸10% pledge recognises that.
November 27, 2025 at 3:39 PM
8️⃣ “The pledge locks me in forever.”
Myth: “The pledge locks me in forever.”
Reality: It’s a commitment, not a contract. 🔓
You can update where you give, adjust your structure, or pause if your circumstances change. Life happens — the 🔸10% pledge recognises that.
Myth: “The pledge locks me in forever.”
Reality: It’s a commitment, not a contract. 🔓
You can update where you give, adjust your structure, or pause if your circumstances change. Life happens — the 🔸10% pledge recognises that.
7️⃣ “I have to donate to the organisations GWWC recommends.”
Myth: “I have to donate to the organisations GWWC recommends.”
Reality: You choose where your money goes. 🎯
GWWC provides evidence-based recommendations, but the pledge is flexible — you can support any (effective) charity you want!
Myth: “I have to donate to the organisations GWWC recommends.”
Reality: You choose where your money goes. 🎯
GWWC provides evidence-based recommendations, but the pledge is flexible — you can support any (effective) charity you want!
November 27, 2025 at 3:39 PM
7️⃣ “I have to donate to the organisations GWWC recommends.”
Myth: “I have to donate to the organisations GWWC recommends.”
Reality: You choose where your money goes. 🎯
GWWC provides evidence-based recommendations, but the pledge is flexible — you can support any (effective) charity you want!
Myth: “I have to donate to the organisations GWWC recommends.”
Reality: You choose where your money goes. 🎯
GWWC provides evidence-based recommendations, but the pledge is flexible — you can support any (effective) charity you want!
6️⃣ “If I can’t give 10% right away, I shouldn’t pledge.”
Myth: “If I can’t give 10% right away, I shouldn’t pledge at all.”
Reality: Many pledgers work toward 10% over time. 🧭
Some start smaller, increase gradually, or take a multi-year ramp-up.
It’s about long-term intention, not perfection on day1
Myth: “If I can’t give 10% right away, I shouldn’t pledge at all.”
Reality: Many pledgers work toward 10% over time. 🧭
Some start smaller, increase gradually, or take a multi-year ramp-up.
It’s about long-term intention, not perfection on day1
November 27, 2025 at 3:39 PM
6️⃣ “If I can’t give 10% right away, I shouldn’t pledge.”
Myth: “If I can’t give 10% right away, I shouldn’t pledge at all.”
Reality: Many pledgers work toward 10% over time. 🧭
Some start smaller, increase gradually, or take a multi-year ramp-up.
It’s about long-term intention, not perfection on day1
Myth: “If I can’t give 10% right away, I shouldn’t pledge at all.”
Reality: Many pledgers work toward 10% over time. 🧭
Some start smaller, increase gradually, or take a multi-year ramp-up.
It’s about long-term intention, not perfection on day1
5️⃣ “The pledge is only for high earners.”
Myth: “The pledge is only for high earners.”
Reality: People across many income levels pledge. 💡
You can start small — even 1% — with a 🔹 Trial Pledge or give effectively without pledging at all.
Myth: “The pledge is only for high earners.”
Reality: People across many income levels pledge. 💡
You can start small — even 1% — with a 🔹 Trial Pledge or give effectively without pledging at all.
November 27, 2025 at 3:39 PM
5️⃣ “The pledge is only for high earners.”
Myth: “The pledge is only for high earners.”
Reality: People across many income levels pledge. 💡
You can start small — even 1% — with a 🔹 Trial Pledge or give effectively without pledging at all.
Myth: “The pledge is only for high earners.”
Reality: People across many income levels pledge. 💡
You can start small — even 1% — with a 🔹 Trial Pledge or give effectively without pledging at all.
3️⃣ “Talking about giving publicly feels uncomfortable.”
Myth: “Talking about giving publicly feels uncomfortable… isn’t this private?”
Reality: Public giving helps shift norms.
Many pledgers share their commitment to inspire others — but it’s entirely optional: you choose.
Myth: “Talking about giving publicly feels uncomfortable… isn’t this private?”
Reality: Public giving helps shift norms.
Many pledgers share their commitment to inspire others — but it’s entirely optional: you choose.
November 27, 2025 at 3:39 PM
3️⃣ “Talking about giving publicly feels uncomfortable.”
Myth: “Talking about giving publicly feels uncomfortable… isn’t this private?”
Reality: Public giving helps shift norms.
Many pledgers share their commitment to inspire others — but it’s entirely optional: you choose.
Myth: “Talking about giving publicly feels uncomfortable… isn’t this private?”
Reality: Public giving helps shift norms.
Many pledgers share their commitment to inspire others — but it’s entirely optional: you choose.
2️⃣ The 10% Pledge is meant to be sustainable
The 🔸 10% Pledge is designed to be sustainable, flexible, and empowering.
If you’ve ever considered it but felt unsure, the FAQ can help clarify things. www.givingwhatwecan.org/about-us/fre...
The 🔸 10% Pledge is designed to be sustainable, flexible, and empowering.
If you’ve ever considered it but felt unsure, the FAQ can help clarify things. www.givingwhatwecan.org/about-us/fre...
November 27, 2025 at 3:39 PM
2️⃣ The 10% Pledge is meant to be sustainable
The 🔸 10% Pledge is designed to be sustainable, flexible, and empowering.
If you’ve ever considered it but felt unsure, the FAQ can help clarify things. www.givingwhatwecan.org/about-us/fre...
The 🔸 10% Pledge is designed to be sustainable, flexible, and empowering.
If you’ve ever considered it but felt unsure, the FAQ can help clarify things. www.givingwhatwecan.org/about-us/fre...
1️⃣ “10% is unrealistic for most people.”
Myth: “10% is unrealistic for most people.”
Reality: Many people are surprised by how achievable it feels once they run the numbers and plan intentionally.
If 10% isn’t right for you, you can start with a 🔹 Trial Pledge at any percentage you choose.
Myth: “10% is unrealistic for most people.”
Reality: Many people are surprised by how achievable it feels once they run the numbers and plan intentionally.
If 10% isn’t right for you, you can start with a 🔹 Trial Pledge at any percentage you choose.
November 27, 2025 at 3:39 PM
1️⃣ “10% is unrealistic for most people.”
Myth: “10% is unrealistic for most people.”
Reality: Many people are surprised by how achievable it feels once they run the numbers and plan intentionally.
If 10% isn’t right for you, you can start with a 🔹 Trial Pledge at any percentage you choose.
Myth: “10% is unrealistic for most people.”
Reality: Many people are surprised by how achievable it feels once they run the numbers and plan intentionally.
If 10% isn’t right for you, you can start with a 🔹 Trial Pledge at any percentage you choose.
Across all three areas, the combination of strong evidence, clear need, and high potential for positive impact means donors can make an extraordinary difference - click here to donate! www.givingwhatwecan.org/best-chariti...
What are the best charities to donate to in 2026?
Find the best charities to donate to in 2025 and see which nonprofits deliver the greatest impact for every dollar you give. Check them out at our website!
www.givingwhatwecan.org
November 26, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Across all three areas, the combination of strong evidence, clear need, and high potential for positive impact means donors can make an extraordinary difference - click here to donate! www.givingwhatwecan.org/best-chariti...
3. Global Catastrophic Risks
• Longview Philanthropy Emerging Challenges Fund
• EA Funds Long-Term Future Fund
• Longview Philanthropy Emerging Challenges Fund
• EA Funds Long-Term Future Fund
November 26, 2025 at 3:45 PM
3. Global Catastrophic Risks
• Longview Philanthropy Emerging Challenges Fund
• EA Funds Long-Term Future Fund
• Longview Philanthropy Emerging Challenges Fund
• EA Funds Long-Term Future Fund
2. Animal Welfare
• Animal Charity Evaluators Movement Grants Program
• EA Funds Animal Welfare Fund
• Animal Charity Evaluators Movement Grants Program
• EA Funds Animal Welfare Fund
November 26, 2025 at 3:45 PM
2. Animal Welfare
• Animal Charity Evaluators Movement Grants Program
• EA Funds Animal Welfare Fund
• Animal Charity Evaluators Movement Grants Program
• EA Funds Animal Welfare Fund
1. Global Health & Development
• Against Malaria Foundation
• Helen Keller International – Vitamin A programme
• Malaria Consortium – Seasonal malaria chemoprevention
• New Incentives – Immunisation cash incentives
• Funds: GiveWell Top Charities Fund, GiveWell All Grants Fund
• Against Malaria Foundation
• Helen Keller International – Vitamin A programme
• Malaria Consortium – Seasonal malaria chemoprevention
• New Incentives – Immunisation cash incentives
• Funds: GiveWell Top Charities Fund, GiveWell All Grants Fund
November 26, 2025 at 3:45 PM
1. Global Health & Development
• Against Malaria Foundation
• Helen Keller International – Vitamin A programme
• Malaria Consortium – Seasonal malaria chemoprevention
• New Incentives – Immunisation cash incentives
• Funds: GiveWell Top Charities Fund, GiveWell All Grants Fund
• Against Malaria Foundation
• Helen Keller International – Vitamin A programme
• Malaria Consortium – Seasonal malaria chemoprevention
• New Incentives – Immunisation cash incentives
• Funds: GiveWell Top Charities Fund, GiveWell All Grants Fund
The effective giving movement is powered by people who lead with compassion and prioritise impact.
They choose to be part of the solution.
What motivates you when you donate? Let us know below.
They choose to be part of the solution.
What motivates you when you donate? Let us know below.
November 22, 2025 at 12:15 PM
The effective giving movement is powered by people who lead with compassion and prioritise impact.
They choose to be part of the solution.
What motivates you when you donate? Let us know below.
They choose to be part of the solution.
What motivates you when you donate? Let us know below.
3️⃣ The Opportunity (Privilege)
269+ pledgers say they’re in a fortunate position and have more than enough. A small sacrifice for them can be life-changing for someone else.
4️⃣ The Self (Values/Fulfillment)
130+ want integrity — aligning actions with values and finding deeper meaning.
269+ pledgers say they’re in a fortunate position and have more than enough. A small sacrifice for them can be life-changing for someone else.
4️⃣ The Self (Values/Fulfillment)
130+ want integrity — aligning actions with values and finding deeper meaning.
November 22, 2025 at 12:15 PM
3️⃣ The Opportunity (Privilege)
269+ pledgers say they’re in a fortunate position and have more than enough. A small sacrifice for them can be life-changing for someone else.
4️⃣ The Self (Values/Fulfillment)
130+ want integrity — aligning actions with values and finding deeper meaning.
269+ pledgers say they’re in a fortunate position and have more than enough. A small sacrifice for them can be life-changing for someone else.
4️⃣ The Self (Values/Fulfillment)
130+ want integrity — aligning actions with values and finding deeper meaning.
1️⃣ The Heart (Altruism/Moral Duty)
The largest group — 650+ people — cite deep compassion and a sense of moral duty to reduce suffering and make the world better.
2️⃣ The Head (Impact/Evidence)
315+ focus on maximising impact using evidence and reason.
The largest group — 650+ people — cite deep compassion and a sense of moral duty to reduce suffering and make the world better.
2️⃣ The Head (Impact/Evidence)
315+ focus on maximising impact using evidence and reason.
November 22, 2025 at 12:15 PM
1️⃣ The Heart (Altruism/Moral Duty)
The largest group — 650+ people — cite deep compassion and a sense of moral duty to reduce suffering and make the world better.
2️⃣ The Head (Impact/Evidence)
315+ focus on maximising impact using evidence and reason.
The largest group — 650+ people — cite deep compassion and a sense of moral duty to reduce suffering and make the world better.
2️⃣ The Head (Impact/Evidence)
315+ focus on maximising impact using evidence and reason.
The results show something clear: compassion gets people in the door, but strategy is what turns that feeling into action that saves and improves lives.
Here are the top reasons people join the movement for effective giving:
Here are the top reasons people join the movement for effective giving:
November 22, 2025 at 12:15 PM
The results show something clear: compassion gets people in the door, but strategy is what turns that feeling into action that saves and improves lives.
Here are the top reasons people join the movement for effective giving:
Here are the top reasons people join the movement for effective giving: