Presented by Fierce Philanthropy - What if your donation didn’t just feel good—but actually did good? In this eye-opening episode, Aaron Miller (professor at BYU’s Romney Institute and host of the "How to Help" podcast) joins Todd Manwaring to explore one of the biggest mistakes generous people make: assuming that giving alone is enough.

They unpack the all-too-common “warm glow” trap and explain why outcomes—not intentions—should guide our giving. Together, they share practical ways donors can move from guesswork to strategic generosity, with tips on how to find and support organizations that create measurable, lasting change in people’s lives.

You’ll also learn:

• Why fewer than 3% of donors vet organizations for effectiveness—and how you can be one of the few who does
• How philanthropy is like investing (and why most of us need an “impact advisor”)
• A powerful real-world example of a nonprofit that adjusted its model after learning it wasn’t working
• Where to find more vetted, high-impact organizations

A special thanks to our production sponsor, UI Charitable.

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