by Jon Farzam | Feb 8, 2021 | Jon Farzam, philanthropy
Many aspects of traveling are inherently wasteful. For those people wanting to reduce their environmental impact while still enjoying travel, there is a new program called The Green Lodging Project. First, it is essential to consider the environmental impact of the...
by Jon Farzam | Jan 7, 2021 | Jon Farzam, philanthropy
People wonder about the definition of philanthropy. Originating from the words “love of humanity,” the concept means generosity in all forms. A philanthropist is spoken as someone who gives their time, talent, or treasure in the hopes of creating a better world....
by Jon Farzam | Dec 8, 2020 | Jon Farzam, philanthropy
In June of 1998, Theresa Robertson was an inner-city adolescent. When she was 12 years old, she skipped school with two of her friends and went to Manhattan Beach. Robertson and her friends spent the day sunbathing, surfing, and playing in the sand. Then the ocean...
by Jon Farzam | Nov 23, 2020 | Jon Farzam, philanthropy
Giving back to the local area and helping your neighbors are two forms of philanthropy at the community level. There are many ways to accomplish this without going broke or losing all of your spare time. Donating time is often more valuable than a check. The fact...
by Jon Farzam | Oct 27, 2020 | Jon Farzam, philanthropy
Many people who feel altruistic don’t know where to find legitimate charities. In Santa Monica, there is an official list of nonprofits recognized by the Chamber of Commerce. This is a great jumping-off point for your quest to find which causes to support. Some...