I am a writer, consultant and public communications professional based in Brunswick, Maine. I'm also obsessed with philanthropy.

My extensive work in the nonprofit sector, particularly in the social services realm, has taught me the power of giving. After years of soliciting and coordinating donations for organizations, I became frustrated that there was often a disconnect between the giver and the receiver. The giver – or potential giver - didn’t realize how much of an impact they could make with a simple act, while the recipient of the gift couldn’t thank the organization enough.

Since writing and exploring the concept of giving on my blog, another jennifer, I have started a Giving Pledge and a regular Philanthropy Friday series, where I feature stories of those who incorporate giving into their everyday lives.

I am also part of the Global Team of 200, a highly specialized group of members of Mom Bloggers for Social Good that concentrate on issues involving women and girls, children, world hunger and maternal health.

I am in the process of writing a book based on my explorations of giving on my blog. My ultimate vision is to re-define the concept of philanthropy in a way that inspires others to make giving back a part of everyday life.

Jennifer Iacovelli

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