Crypto Altruists: Real-World Stories of Social & Environmental Impact with Web3 Episode 32 - A crash course in crypto philanthropy, ft. Joe Agoada from Sostento
In this episode, we are joined by Joe Agoada from Sostento, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that helps frontline public health workers save lives. Joe gives a crash course on running a successful crypto fundraising campaign, and some tips and tricks for those looking to engage in crypto philanthropy.
About Joe
Before launching Sostento, Joe spent over 15 years working at the intersection of public health, communications technology and innovation. During that time he led projects in Africa, Southeast Asia and Latin America. Over the years Joe has learned what it takes to stop outbreaks, prevent disease, and spread and promote good public health in the most low resourced and hard to reach areas of the world. Today, leading Sostento, Joe is focused on setting a new standard in public health for the United States with priorities on ending the COVID-19 pandemic and slowing the opioid overdoses crisis. Recently, Joe ran a successful crypto fundraising campaign for Sostento, which resulted in $130,000 USD in donations being raised.
About Sostento
Sostento is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that solves frontline public health workers toughest challenges and biggest headaches. Sostento is an Italian word that means to uplift, sustain and nourish. The name reflects a mission to support organizations that serve on the frontlines of public health in order to save lives.
Sostento’s areas of focus include:
- COVID-19 - Supporting free and charitable clinics to increase community access to vaccinations, testing and treatment.
- Opioid Overdose Prevention - Assisting community based organizations to do more effective street outreach and referrals to recovery programs.
- Digital Tool Development - Our technology work is meant to meet the immediate needs of the frontline public health workers and save them time and eliminate headaches.
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