#162 Sybil Speaks: Philanthropy Success Stories and Blunders to Avoid

In the Season 3 opener of the Do Your Good podcast, Sybil recounts the best and worst philanthropy-related stories shared from nonprofit leaders and donors. Sybil will also share her top 3 dos and don'ts for donors. In this episode we will distill key lessons from the stories shared about philanthropy mistakes and also review success stories that can support donors in making a true impact through their giving.Episode Highlights:The top 3 most important things you can do as a donor. The top 3 blunders you can avoid as a donor.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 grantmaking so that you can make a real and lasting positive contribution to the world on your terms.Links:Free Course for Donors - Get the Real Scoop: https://www.doyourgood.com/offers/SfCnUn4k/checkout Link to submit best and worst philanthropic experiences: https://forms.gle/E5CHwrSryhXGn3FT7Link to sign up for the fundraising pitch training: https://www.doyourgood.com/monthly-trainingsIf you enjoyed this episode, listen to these as well:https://www.doyourgood.com/blog/160-The-End-of-Year-Giving-Trends-to-Considerhttps://www.doyourgood.com/blog/112-Michael-Chatmanhttps://www.doyourgood.com/blog/148-Sybil-Speak-The-Ins-and-Outs-of-Donor-Advised-Funds-and-Pooled%20FundsCrack the Code: Sybil’s Successful Guide to PhilanthropyBecome even better at what you do as Sybil teaches you the strategies and tools, you’ll need to avoid mistakes and make a career out of philanthropy.Sybil offers resources including free mini-course videos, templates, checklists, and words of advice summarized in easy to review pdfs.    Check out Sybil’s website with all the latest opportunities to learn from Sybil at https://www.doyourgood.comConnect 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].