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Sara Lomelin

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Smart, Amazing Conversations with Dr. Nancy: Sara Lomelin: Everyone Can Be a Philanthropist

<p>Dr. Nancy welcomes Sara Lomelin, founding CEO of Philanthropy Together and a global catalyst for democratizing philanthropy. Lomelin shares her journey from her childhood in Mexico City to becoming a visionary leader, named to the TIME100 Philanthropy list and Forbes 50 Over 50 for her work expanding the power of collective giving. She explains how giving circles—groups of people who pool their resources to support causes they care about—are transforming who gets to be a philanthropist. Discussing how the "Five T's" of giving (time, treasure, talent, testimony, and ties) have inspired hundreds of thousands of people to create giving circ...

podcast_episode / 1d ago

The PlayFull Podcast with Kristine Michie: Bringing Fun to the Serious Work of Changing the World: Innovators & Disruptors: Sara Lomelin: Building the Party You Want to Attend

<p >In this episode, Kristine Michie sits down with Sara Lomelin, founding CEO of Philanthropy Together, to explore why giving should feel joyful, relational, and deeply human. They discuss the rise of giving circles and collaborative funds, the myth that philanthropy belongs only to the wealthy, and how collective giving blends ancient mutual aid with modern infrastructure. Sara shares how Philanthropy Together serves as a “coral reef” for the field, supporting thousands of groups globally, and reflects on love, power, proximity, and the courage to act together in uncertain times.</p><p ><br></p><p >Key Takeaways:</p>Giving should feel...