It all adds up: The joy of micro-philanthropy
From Audacious with Chion Wolf by Connecticut Public Radio
June 12, 2026 · 49 min
About this episode
This episode explores the concept of micro-philanthropy and how small acts of giving can create significant change.
When you hear “philanthropy,” you might think of millionaires, black-tie galas, or buildings named after donors. But what if you could be a philanthropist without being wealthy? In this episode, you’ll meet people who donate small amounts to hundreds of places, hand out cash on city streets, and send money directly to people in poverty, no strings attached. Explore the power of small, consistent giving, and how even modest acts of generosity can spark massive ripple effects. This episode originally aired on May 24, 2025. Suggested episodes: GOOD NEWS! That’s how we celebrate 100 episodes of Audacious Social media, the algorithm, and the state of our hearts "Negativity be gone!": Artists igniting joy on social media GUESTS: Rabbi Jeff & Mindy Glickman : creators of the “Giving Locally Everywhere” (GLeE) initiative, through which they donated to every NPR station and United Way branch in the country, as well as other organizations they value. Jeff serves as rabbi at Temple Beth Hillel in South Windsor, CT, and Mindy is a community leader and Hebrew instructor Peter Bond : a social media creator best known for his…
People in this episode
Host: Chion Wolf
Guests: Rabbi Jeff Glickman, Mindy Glickman, Peter Bond, Caroline Teti
Topics covered
- micro-philanthropy
- small donations
- acts of kindness
- community impact
- generosity
Keywords
- philanthropy
- donations
- community
- generosity
- social media
- impact
- charity
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Giving Locally Everywhere, NPR, United Way
Places: South Windsor, CT
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