Masters of Scale Stephen Colbert + DonorsChoose's Charles Best — The power of small goals
Jun 30, 2020
In this engaging conversation, comedian Stephen Colbert shares the spotlight with Charles Best, the visionary founder of DonorsChoose. They dive into the magic of starting small to achieve massive change, illustrating how Charles transformed a few classroom projects into a nationwide crowdfunding powerhouse. The duo reflects on the role of humor in activism and education funding. With anecdotes from their journeys, they emphasize collaboration, resilience, and the profound impacts of connecting teachers with generous donors.
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Colbert's Presidential Run
- Stephen Colbert's presidential run was initially motivated by satirical aims, not actual political ambition.
- He aimed to highlight corporate money's influence in politics.
Campaign Finance Challenges
- Colbert faced legal limitations on campaign donations, restricting individual contributions to under $5,000.
- This was to avoid being classified as a federal election campaign.
DonorsChoose Solution
- Craig Newmark suggested donating to DonorsChoose, allowing Colbert's supporters to show support without violating campaign finance rules.
- This collaboration led to increased donations for DonorsChoose.
