Fuel practical optimism
Your gift powers the Positive Phil Foundation (501(c)(3)) to document real solutions, open lesser-known career paths, and fund small actions that move communities from problem to progress.
Choose your gift
Pick an amount or enter your own. You can finalize amount and frequency on the secure PayPal screen.
We never collect card info on this page. “Donate securely” loads PayPal (supports cards, PayPal, and Venmo where available).
Where your gift goes
- Solutions-first short films & field notes
- Career Pathways Guide (schools + jobseekers)
- Starter micro-grants ($250–$2,500)
Annual program mix (target)
Other ways to give
- Check: Payable to “Positive Phil Foundation”. Mail to: Carlsbad, CA 92008.
- DAF: Recommend a grant to Positive Phil Foundation.
- Employer Match: Ask HR about matching your gift.
- Wire/ACH, Stock, or Crypto: Email phil@positivephil.com for instructions.
Complete your donation
PayPal supports cards, PayPal balance, and Venmo (where available).
Need help? Email phil@positivephil.com.
mini-docs with impact tags
career one-pagers (goal)
micro-grants (target)
Receipts & tax info
Online gifts receive an email receipt immediately. Check/DAF/wire gifts receive a receipt upon arrival. Positive Phil Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit; donations may be tax-deductible as allowed by law.
Monthly gifts
Monthly donors provide reliable fuel for programs. You can set a monthly cadence on the PayPal page or contact us to adjust.
Matching gifts
Many employers match donations. After giving, submit your receipt to your HR/benefits portal to double the impact.
Questions
Email phil@positivephil.com for nonprofit/foundation questions or info@positivephil.com for general inquiries.
Thank you for turning good ideas into real impact.