Fulfilled. Motivated. Satisfied. Joyful. Excited. Proud. Inspired. Helpful. Impactful.

Is this how you feel when you give?

When done properly, giving should make you feel empowered. Instead, you may find yourself overwhelmed by the number of causes and organizations competing for your support, leaving your good intentions paralyzed. It happens to all of us and benefits no one. But there are ways to cut through the noise of nonprofit voices and focus on what matters to you.

What you'll learn in Recipe for Good

• Why a strategy should guide your giving and how to develop your own

• How past donations have shaped your giving experiences

• The most important lesson to learn before you write your first check