EA Forum Podcast (Curated & popular) “Front-Load Giving Because of Anthropic Donors?” by Jeff Kaufman 🔸
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Dec 9, 2025 In this discussion, Jeff Kaufman, an effective altruism researcher and writer, delves into the implications of potential funding from Anthropic's EA-minded employees as they approach an IPO. He considers adjusting his usual 50% donation rate, emphasizing the need for early support to maximize impact. Kaufman contrasts capacity constraints with funding constraints, stressing the importance of timely donations. He reflects on past funding decisions, aiming to avoid missed opportunities while acknowledging the risks and uncertainties surrounding Anthropic's future.
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Anthropic Could Shift Philanthropic Supply
- Anthropic's likely future windfall could shift philanthropic funding landscapes significantly.
- Donating earlier can be more impactful because future EA-aligned donors may pump large amounts of capital later.
Front-Load Donations To Build Capacity
- Consider front-loading donations now, especially into organizations that need time to scale capacity.
- Prioritize funding that prepares groups to absorb larger future grants productively.
Regret Over Late Support For 80,000 Hours
- Jeff Kaufman reflects on wishing he'd funded 80,000 Hours earlier before large donors scaled them.
- He uses that experience to motivate avoiding the same missed-opportunity error now.