🌟 December 2023 marked a pivotal moment in our history — celebrating 10 years of dedicated efforts toward alleviating global poverty and surpassing over $100 million in donations to our recommended charities. We couldn't be more proud of the collective efforts of our team, partners, and generous supporters like you. Some exciting updates: 📈 Updated Charity Evaluation Framework: Our framework now incorporates the Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI), amplifying our impact. New Leadership: Former Silicon Valley executives, Jessica La Mesa and Andrea La Mesa, will co-lead The Life You Can Save into its next decade. 🔗 Read more about our updates here: https://lnkd.in/dmr647dx
The Life You Can Save
Philanthropic Fundraising Services
Washington, United States 5,982 followers
Smart Giving Simplified
About us
We are a community of people who believe in taking action. Our role is to help you make the most effective donations possible in the fight against extreme poverty. Since our founding in 2013, we have compiled a list of research-backed charities working on interventions against the multidimensional factors of poverty, resulting in over $100 million donated to high-impact charities. Our Story: Founded in 2013 by philosopher Peter Singer and former executive Charlie Bresler, our own history demonstrates how one person asking themselves what their individual impact can be led to positive transformation for millions of people impacted by extreme poverty. Our story begins when Charlie Bresler asked himself if and how he could make a difference in the world. A psychologist and business executive, Charlie was not a career politician or cultural influencer; but rather just a person who wanted to do something about economic inequality. Charlie picked up a copy of Peter Singer’s The Life You Can Save. Peter was a Princeton-based philosopher at the time and had written the book with the aim of encouraging everyday people to consider their moral obligation to help people living in extreme poverty. In 2013, Charlie reached out to Peter via email and prop We provide tools that make it easy for people to make smart, cost-effective and highly impactful donations. These include a curated list of evidence-based charities, a tool to help you calculate your annual recommended donation amount, and a calculator that helps donors see how far their dollars can go in the developing world. Download Peter Singer’s The Life You Can Save eBook or celebrity-read audiobook FREE here: www.thelifeyoucansave.org/the-book
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https://www.thelifeyoucansave.org
External link for The Life You Can Save
- Industry
- Philanthropic Fundraising Services
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, United States
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2010
- Specialties
- Effective Altruism, Promote Giving Games, Charity recommendations, Reduce Extreme Poverty, Help Build a Culture of Consistent and Effective Giving, Promote Peter Singer’s Utilitarian Approach to Giving, and Raise money to donate to good causes
Locations
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Primary
Washington, United States 98104, US
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PO Box 2135
Novato, California 94948, US
Employees at The Life You Can Save
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Mary Waite
Simplifying smart giving to improve the lives of people living in extreme poverty
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Andrea La Mesa
co-CEO The Life You Can Save, fmr Director Airbnb, Entrepreneur, Fulbright
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William Reichert
Head of Corporate Practice, Middle East at Charles Russell Speechlys LLP
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Lia Pinelli
Coach, Speaker, & Host The Life You Crave Podcast
Updates
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Join us on December 10th for a live virtual event with GiveDirectly! You'll meet families in Southern Rwanda enrolled in their cash transfer program and see firsthand how your support transforms lives. What to expect: - Witness the challenges these families face daily. - See how GiveDirectly's cash transfers empower them to meet their most urgent needs. - Learn about the life-changing possibilities your generosity creates. When: December 10th, 9–10 AM U.S. Eastern Time (4 PM Rwanda Time) Where: Online (Google Meet) 👉 Register now to secure your spot—don’t worry if you can’t make it live, we’ll send you the recording: https://ow.ly/1BJl50Um8ou Let’s come together to help lift 140 families out of extreme poverty.
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Maximize the impact of Your Next Great Achievement this Giving Season. Starting at 10am this GivingTuesday, you can double your donation through the Double Up Drive, featuring four of our recommended nonprofits: The Against Malaria Foundation, Evidence Action, New Incentives and the Center for Domestic Violence Prevention. Find out more: https://doubleupdrive.org #SeasonOfGiving #AchieveGreatness #ImpactfulChange
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Let’s make this #GivingTuesday the best one yet. Your Next Great Achievement could have double the impact on those who need it the most. Find links below: Donate to Evidence Action (double your impact up to US$120,000) to protect lives from preventable diseases and give families access to safe water and essential healthcare. https://bit.ly/EA_match Donate to Village Enterprise (double your impact up to US$100,000) to equip aspiring entrepreneurs with the tools to build a brighter future. https://bit.ly/Ve_match Donate to Unlimit Health (formerly SCI Foundation) (double your impact up to US$100,000) to contribute to a future free from parasitic diseases for thousands. https://bit.ly/UH_match “Taking part in a collective effort to help the world's poorest people gives your life greater meaning and fulfillment." - #PeterSinger Fulfill your life and those who need change this Giving Tuesday. Find out more through the link in our bio. #GivingTuesday #DoubleYourImpact #DonateToday Image sources (left-right): Evidence Action, Village Enterprise, Unlimit Health
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This Giving Tuesday, join MeetCutes NYC and The Life You Can Save in the fight against malaria. Together, we're raising funds for the The Against Malaria Foundation, a high-impact nonprofit that distributes mosquito nets to vulnerable populations in poor countries. Thanks to MeetCutes NYC's generosity, every donation will be doubled—up to $10,000! Your support will go twice as far, providing essential protection for families in need. Donate today to double your impact and make a life-saving difference in the fight against malaria: https://lnkd.in/dCDP2mBw
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In the latest episode of Musings Podcast, Charlie Bresler, PhD sits down with Shameran Abed, Executive Director of BRAC International, and Scott MacMillan, author of Hope Over Fate: Fazle Hasan Abed and the Science of Ending Global Poverty. BRAC, founded in 1972 by Shameran's father, Sir Fazle Hasan Abed, began as a humble relief effort in the aftermath of war and disaster in Bangladesh. Today, it has grown into a global movement, impacting over 100 million lives across Asia and Africa. In this first part of their discussion, they delve into: - The history of BRAC and its transformative mission - What it’s like growing up in a mission-centered family - The current landscape of philanthropy and its evolution Tune in now to learn how BRAC’s vision continues to inspire and change the lives of millions. Plus, don’t miss Part 2, releasing December 5, where they discuss hope, agency, and the sustainable fight against poverty. 🎧 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/dB2jUSKs
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This GivingTuesday, your generosity has the power to change lives. Achieve great things by supporting one of our cause funds or recommended charities. Here's how our donors are making a difference: - $100 from Kavin meant that Educate Girls could identify, enroll, and retain an out-of-school girl for one year. - $7,500 from Kenneth to Living Goods meant that 2,427 people had one year of access to essential medicines, information, and treatment services by a trained community health worker. - $90 per month from Diane provides one month of basic income to two people living in poverty every month as part of GiveDirectly's landmark Universal Basic 2 Initiative. This giving season, let’s make an even bigger difference together. Learn more about how you can make a difference this GivingTuesday: https://bit.ly/4hKG5RC #GivingTuesday #MakeAnImpact #DonateToday Image sources (left-right): Educate Girls, GiveDirectly, Living Goods
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Did you know? More than 75% of Africa's population—over one billion people—can't afford a healthy diet. Despite being where much of the world’s future population growth will occur, Africa’s agricultural productivity has stagnated over the last two decades, leaving millions vulnerable to malnutrition and food insecurity. Sanku’s Hidden Hunger film unveils powerful stories of resilience in the face of climate change, rising food costs, and shortages. It highlights how food fortification can help bridge the nutrition gap, offering millions the chance at a healthier life. Watch and share Sanku’s film when it premieres on December 3rd to help spread awareness and drive change. Subscribe to their @Youtube channel to get notified 👉 https://lnkd.in/dYgXZVpZ
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Your greatest act of gratitude this giving season could be helping to change lives. Here’s how far a $100 donation can go: Provide 32 people with essential medicines and health services for a year Protect 50 people with bed nets to shield them from malaria in high-risk regions Support three students in a remedial learning program, empowering them for a brighter future Help end extreme poverty and give back this Thanksgiving. FInd out more about how you can donate here: *insert landing page* #ChangeLives #Thanksgiving #DonateForGood
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Humanitix has just dropped their 2024 Impact Report! This year they donated another $10 MILLION AUD, bringing their total donations to $16.5 MILLION donated overall. Check out their Impact Report to find out how they turned booking fees into a force for good: https://bit.ly/3V9AkU4 Our sincere thanks to Adam McCurdie, Joshua Ross and the dedicated Humanitix team for demonstrating how innovative solutions and compassion can create lasting change on a global scale.