
Joey Savoie
Co-founder at Ambitious Impact/Charity Entrepreneurship, effective altruism leader
London, UK
Joined June 2025
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Summary
Joey Savoie is a leading figure in the effective altruism movement, dedicated to creating and supporting high-impact charities. He co-founded and leads Ambitious Impact (formerly Charity Entrepreneurship), an organization that incubates new nonprofits focusing on areas like global health, animal welfare, and philanthropy optimization by providing training, mentorship, and seed funding. His work aims to maximize positive global impact through strategic charitable endeavors. arkphilanthropy+1
As an experienced charity founder, Joey Savoie co-founded Charity Science, a meta-organization that increased funding for high-impact charities, and Charity Science Health, a GiveWell-incubated nonprofit that improved vaccination rates in India using mobile and behavioral nudges. These initiatives highlight his hands-on experience in identifying impactful interventions and operationalizing them. arkphilanthropy+1
Joey Savoie is a thought leader and communicator within the effective altruism space. He co-authored the handbook 'How to Start a High-Impact Nonprofit' and regularly shares his insights on philanthropy, career optimization, and the non-profit ecosystem through his Substack, 'Measured Life'. He has also lectured on charity entrepreneurship and effective altruism at various universities and conferences. arkphilanthropy+2
Joey Savoie contributes his strategic expertise to several organizations, serving as a Member of the Board of Trustees for Family Empowerment Media, an Advisory Board Member for Probably Good, and a Strategic Advisor for Fortify Health, where he provided early-stage incubation support. His advisory roles demonstrate a broad engagement with organizations focused on social impact and health. probablygood+1
Work
Writing
How to Start a High-Impact Nonprofit
Co-authored a handbook on starting high-impact nonprofits, endorsed by Peter Singer, covering aspects from common pitfalls to practical day-to-day operations.
Measured Life
A Substack where Joey Savoie posts about philanthropy, career optimization, and the non-profit ecosystem.
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