How do you determine the values most important to you and how do you privilege certain decisions over others?
The article jumps into the work of a philosopher, Peter Singer. The debate turns on whether one ought to give locally or to the very neediest wherever located. This is not merely an abstract matter to resolve, as there are some hard data points, principles, and even outright charitable suggestions to mull over.
Regardless whether you agree with Singer or any other thinker for that matter, this can be a very meaningful approach to the question of what, how and why to give.
Time is ticking for those year-end gifts, though. Perhaps a new perspective can help you make some decisions you have been debating all along. Now, practically-speaking, how and what to give is another important point to get nailed down. If you have your values aligned, this can be the beginning of a charitable life plan, too.
