2017 LEAN impact assessment: Quantitative findings

Abstract

This paper presents the quantitative findings of a 2017 survey of members and organizers of Effective Altruism (EA) local groups. The survey was conducted by the Local Effective Altruism Network (LEAN) in collaboration with the Effective Altruism Foundation (EAF) and the Centre for Effective Altruism (CEA). The survey investigated various aspects of EA groups, including group demographics, commitment and lifestyle changes among members, funds moved, and the usefulness of LEAN’s support services. The paper finds that EA groups play a significant role in attracting individuals to EA, fostering their commitment to the movement, and raising funds for effective causes. The survey also indicates that LEAN’s services, such as personal feedback, practical support, and online resources, are highly valued by EA group organizers. However, the paper emphasizes that the survey results are descriptive and that further analysis is needed to understand the strategic implications of these findings. – AI-generated abstract