Unconventional Wisdom Podcast: How to Donate Effectively and Avoid Telemarketers
March 17, 2025
What does it mean to be a proactive donor? How do donor-advised funds compare to private foundations? And how can you ensure your charitable giving aligns with your values?
In the latest episode of Unconventional Wisdom by Ed Rempel, CEO John Bromley dived into these key questions and more, breaking down the future of philanthropy and how donor-advised funds (DAFs) make charitable giving more accessible and effective.
Key Takeaways:
How Donor-Advised Funds Work – A simpler, more flexible alternative to private foundations.
The Role of Family in Charitable Giving – How involving kids can teach financial literacy and generosity.
The Future of Charitable Giving – How giving could become a bigger part of everyday life.
Challenges & Opportunities – The importance of making people more charitable and focusing on impact over overhead.
John also shared insights on group giving, how donors can grow their charitable investments, and the challenges he’s focused on today—helping more people make giving a habit and shift the conversation beyond overhead costs to true impact.
🎧 Listen to the full episode here: