I've now given close to $75,000 to Against Malaria Foundation (AMF) - my primary place of donations; and probably over $25,000 to other organizations (some dewo

I've now given close to $75,000 to Against Malaria Foundation (AMF) - my primary place of donations; and probably over $25,000 to other organizations (some deworming, but most of it focusing on animal welfare). In addition, I've organized some book-sales for charity at my college and had some birthday-for-charity events which together netted more some donations. The events were great opportunities to talk to many people about this cause I'm passionate about. I know for sure I've helped inspire many people to make effective giving and doing good a bigger part of their lives and that may be even a bigger positive than the direct donations I've already made. According to GiveWell, AMF is a highly cost-effective charity. A rough summary is a $2 donation results in protecting about 2 people for about 4 years (cost of nets has fluctuated over the decade). I am confident that because of my donations I have prevented thousands of cases of malaria from happening (so children can go to school, parents can go to work, etc). As a bonus it probably prevented many needless deaths. https://www.givewell.org/charities/amf https://www.givewell.org/charities/amf Personally it makes me happy that I've been able to help avert misery and pain. If I have a bad day, it can be a very cheerful thought to remind myself of the good I've contributed to individuals (even though I'll never meet them).