#122 Spending down verses a foundation in perpetuity, with Sybil & Fred Ackerman-Munson

Sybil and Fred discuss the pros and cons of spending down versus a foundation in perpetuity. They agree that it is a personal choice as a donor and that there are good reasons to spend down and there are reasons to stay around for generation after generation. How can you make sure that you are having an impact on the issue that you might care about over the long haul?Episode Highlights:The negatives to spending down.The positives to spending down.Examples of spending down well.Sybil Ackerman-Munson Bio:With over 20 years of experience as a nonprofit professional and foundation advisor, I work with philanthropic institutions and foundations interested in successful, high-impact grant making, so you can make a true and lasting positive contribution to the world on your terms.Links: Philanthropy Together - https://philanthropytogether.org/If you enjoyed this episode, listen to these as well:https://www.doyourgood.com/blog/119-To-Spend-Down-or-Nothttps://www.doyourgood.com/blog/120-Bruce-Louriehttps://www.doyourgood.com/blog/11-ann-krumboltzCrack the Code: Sybil’s Successful Guide to PhilanthropyBecome even better at what you do as Sybil teaches you the strategies as well as the tools, you’ll need to avoid mistakes and make a career out of philanthropy through my new course, Crack the Code!In this new course, you’ll gain access to beautifully animated and filmed engaging videos, and many more! Link for the wait list for the Philanthropy Accelerator https://www.doyourgood.com/Philanthropy-Accelerator-Mastermind-WaitlistLink to the nonprofit email sign-up to connect https://www.doyourgood.com/ticket-to-fundraisingCheck out her website with all the latest opportunities to learn from Sybil at www.doyourgood.com. Connect with Do Your Goodhttps://www.facebook.com/doyourgoodhttps://www.instagram.com/doyourgoodWould you like to talk with Sybil directly?Send in your inquiries through her website https://www.doyourgood.com/ or you can email her directly at [email protected]!