Sydney Martin2016 Fundraiser for Air — Climate Change Charity InvestigationAs I mentioned previously I have been trying to decide on a charity for this year’s fundraiser and having some trouble deciding. Ultimately…Nov 15, 2016Nov 15, 2016
Sydney MartinThe Tiny Elephant In The Room That I Can’t Talk AboutOver a month ago, I was struck with a sudden realization about myself. It was a the kind of realization that hits you like a clap of…Feb 16, 20165Feb 16, 20165
Sydney MartinThis Year’s Holiday Season Will Change the Way You Think About GivingEven though I have finally just recovered from Halloween candy binge, cleaned up the makeup extravaganza, and removed the spider webs from…Nov 13, 2015Nov 13, 2015
Sydney MartininResponsible BusinessReasons Why I Give to Ineffective CausesI identify pretty strongly with the growing philosophy of effective altruism. In fact I help run and organize my local chapter of effective…Oct 15, 2015Oct 15, 2015
Sydney MartinNew RuleI have a new rule. If there is a number in your Medium title I won’t read it.Sep 21, 201510Sep 21, 201510
Sydney MartinThe 7 Best Ways to Help with the Syrian Refugee CrisisThe refugee crisis in the EU and the Middle East has pulled in an extensive amount of media coverage recently, and like natural disasters…Sep 15, 2015Sep 15, 2015
Sydney MartinWhy Tattoos?Most of my writing focuses around philanthropy and in particular the effective altruism movement. Unlike many people that have a deep…Sep 14, 2015Sep 14, 2015
Sydney MartinHow to Be Great at Doing Good; Part II — This is How We Do ItThis is part two of my book review of How to be Great at Doing Good by Nick Cooney.Jul 16, 2015Jul 16, 2015
Sydney MartinBeing Low(er) Income in Effective AltruismOne proposed way to increase donations and charitable giving is to destigmatize discussions of money and giving. We do this because when we…Jul 9, 20151Jul 9, 20151