[header] How to become a philanthropist [title] Determine what's important to you. [step] There are a variety of different reasons you may want to become a philanthropist. People also have different outcomes they hope to achieve through giving to charity. 
Think about what's important to you and why before diving into the world of philanthropy. [substeps] What are you reasons for giving? Are you giving out of religious belief, tradition, a sense of moral duty, or for some other reason? Spend some time consider the underlying moral beliefs driving your desire to become a philanthropist.