Santa Claus: The World’s First Philanthropist (Revisited)

Santa Claus: The World’s First Philanthropist (Revisited)

Author: Grant David Collins December 19, 2023 Duration: 10:54
Almost every Christmas tradition is rooted in some act of generosity. You can see this in the decorated trees, carolers on doorsteps, and in the character of jolly old St. Nicholas. This week, learn the philanthropy origin story of the rosy-cheeked man with the red suit and sleigh. Main History Reference: https://www.stnicholascenter.org/who-is-st-nicholas ______________________________________________________ Start your Micro-Philanthropy journey today through the free course: ...

Hosted by Grant David Collins, Giving Is A Skill operates on a simple but powerful idea: generosity isn't a character trait you're born with, but a practical ability you can develop. This podcast dismantles the common notion that meaningful contribution requires vast wealth or a specific stage in life. Instead, each episode explores how your current resources-whether that's an hour of your week, a professional talent, or a modest budget-can be strategically directed to create real impact right now. You'll hear from Grant every Tuesday as he breaks down the mechanics of effective philanthropy, smart volunteering, and intentional living. The conversations are grounded in actionable steps, moving beyond inspiration to provide a clear framework for integrating giving into your daily routine. It's for anyone in the business of improving themselves or their community, offering lessons that blend personal growth with tangible social good. Tune in to discover how building this skill today can compound your positive influence, making your future contributions more impactful and fulfilling. This is where thoughtful strategy meets the human impulse to help, transforming goodwill into sustained action.
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Here’s To The Crazy Ones (A Farewell For Now) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:24
Over the last two years, I’ve released 110 episodes of this podcast. It’s been an amazing journey, and the time has come for me to take a little break in order to fulfill on the giving work I am committed to. This week,…
Addition Through Subtraction [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:15
Our development-centric culture seems to reward addition over everything else. Subtraction is usually not seen as the star of progression, especially when it comes to making progress in our lives. This week, learn why we…
The Problem with Moral Individualism (Revisited) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:56
Individualism seems to be everywhere. It’s in the movies we watch, the news we read, and the music we listen to. But just because it is everywhere, doesn’t mean it is useful. This week, find out why, ironically, getting…
Voluntary Inconvenience [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:39
Inconvenience is often something we avoid. In fact, the amount of energy we spend avoiding it seems, in some respects, counterproductive. This week, learn why we should sometimes choose to voluntarily inconvenience ourse…
The Power of Commitment [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:54
Commitment is a principle often talked about but rarely practiced. It seems that our default behavior is to do everything except what is truly necessary. This week, discover how true commitment—or simply doing what is ne…
What It Means To Be Human [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:35
It’s easy to get so wrapped up in our own human experiences that we forget what it’s like for those around us. This week, learn what it means to be human through the documentary 'Human Volume 1.’ Human Volume 1: https://…
Don’t Be an Ostrich (Revisited) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:16
It's easy to feel overwhelmed by the inequities in this world. Between almost continuous reports of natural disasters, the ever-present echoes of war, and political upheaval abroad, and at home, one can feel like the onl…
The Messy Middle (ft. Austin Heath) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:45
The messy middle is where a lot of us find ourselves, especially when it comes to giving. We have an inkling of an idea to give back, but for one reason or another we can’t get all the pieces to fit together just right.…
The Power of Discontentment [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:10
Discontentment is often viewed negatively in our society, with the natural response being to avoid it if possible, and to quickly rebound if not. But what if we chose to dwell in this dissatisfaction and approached it wi…
To Be Incarcerated (ft. Portia Louder) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:11
Prison is one of those places about which most of us know very little. As such, it's easy for stereotypes and misunderstandings to color our perceptions of those who find themselves incarcerated. This week, learn how to…