Fastest 10 minutes in Jewish philanthropy

The author describes a unique philanthropic model operating through a WhatsApp chat with over 1,000 anonymous members, supporting families with sick children. Requests for specific, often small, needs—like hats for chemotherapy patients or a night out for parents—are posted anonymously and fulfilled within minutes by the collective. This approach, which aligns with the Rambam's teaching on anonymous giving, prioritizes immediate, concrete impact over institutional programs. The author, initially in a professional slump, found renewed energy by participating in this giving, noting that "Giving is the thing that refills you." The article suggests this model offers valuable lessons for Jewish philanthropy, emphasizing zero friction, total trust, and instant impact as key to making giving feel alive.