#138 When to Hire an Expert and Intermediary to Increase Effectiveness with Sybil & Fred Ackerman-Munson

Fred and Sybil explain the benefits of hiring an intermediary. An intermediary is a staff person, consulting firm, or individual who acts as a fiduciary for donors to give away donations to worthy causes.Intermediaries are hired or contracted by the donor to carry out their vision of a successful giving strategy and must be an expert in their area of work. Having an intermediary can be helpful in navigating red tape, ensuring nonprofit pitches align with values, and navigating red tape.Intermediaries can also help with professionalization, tracking money, and managing finances. However, there are downsides to avoid. Sybil and Fred talk about the benefits and the downsides in this episode.Episode Highlights:When you may need an intermediaryThe benefits of an intermediaryThe challenges that might arise when you have an intermediary.Advice for people thinking about using an intermediary. 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 real and lasting positive contribution to the world on your terms.Links:Course to avoid The Funder Bubble: https://www.doyourgood.com/offers/SfCnUn4k/checkoutCourse for Legal Templates: https://www.doyourgood.com/offers/U8SFR3mR/checkoutCourse for Sustainer, Campaigner, Launcher funder: https://www.doyourgood.com/offers/xtHUdoBG/checkoutIf you enjoyed this episode, listen to these as well: ·        https://www.doyourgood.com/blog/136-Dory-Timble ·        https://www.doyourgood.com/blog/135-Sybil-Speaks ·        https://www.doyourgood.com/blog/133-rebecca-darwent Crack the Code: Sybil’s Successful Guide to Philanthropy Become 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.Sybil offers resources that include special free short video mini-courses, templates, and key checklists and words of advice summarized in easy-to-view PDFs.     Check out Sybil’s website with all the latest opportunities to learn from Sybil athttps://www.doyourgood.com Connect with Do Your Goodhttps://www.facebook.com/doyourgood https://www.instagram.com/doyourgood Would 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]! Connect with Do Your Goodhttps://www.facebook.com/doyourgood https://www.instagram.com/doyourgood Would 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]!