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Why Use EA Funds

    How are Effective Altruism Funds different from donor-advised funds (DAF)?
    Why do donations to EA Funds go to CEA and not a separate donor-advised fund (DAF)?
    What is the history of Effective Altruism Funds?
    Why might some people choose not to donate to Effective Altruism Funds?
    Why not just donate to individual charities?
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    Why did you create Effective Altruism Funds?
    Should I split my donation between the funds rather than donate only to the one I think is best in expectation?

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