Do Your Good

Natalie Fée joins us to share her experiences as a nonprofit leader who is an experienced fundraiser. She talks about her best and worst experiences with donors so that we all can learn to show up as our best selves. Natalie emphasizes the importance of positive, constructive conversations between nonprofit leaders and donors. {You can hear the full episode on Monday, January 8th} Hosted by Simple...

In this Sybil Speaks episode, Sybil shares lessons learned from nonprofit leaders about good giving strategies. Sybil talks about how to avoid the challenges brought about by donor-nonprofit power dynamics and common misunderstandings between both parties. Sybil also shares positive examples of Nonprofit-Donor relations. Episode Highlights: Common challenges faced by nonprofits and donors  Positiv...

In this Sybil Speaks episode, Sybil shares lessons learned from nonprofit leaders about good giving strategies. Sybil talks about how to avoid the challenges brought about by donor-nonprofit power dynamics and common misunderstandings between both parties. Sybil also shares positive examples of Nonprofit-Donor relations. {You can hear the full episode on January 29th} Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsW...

Sybil and Fred are back for Season 3 and joined by their good friend David Secord to discuss the best and worst of philanthropy. They share their personal stories and lessons learned from decades working in the philanthropic world. Episode Highlights: Personal lessons learned working in philanthropy. Examples of donor behavior to emulate or avoid. Fred Ackerman-Munson Bio: Fred has spent the last...

Sybil and Fred are back for Season 3 and joined by their good friend David Secord to discuss the best and worst of philanthropy. They share their personal stories and lessons learned from decades working in the philanthropic world. {You can hear the full episode on Monday, January 22nd} Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of pe...

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...

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...

I am sure you want the nonprofit you care about to raise money effectively. In addition to creating my podcast and resources so donors like you can effectively make your money matter, I also have a training program to help nonprofits hone their pitch and attract support from donors. As a part of my nonprofit training program, I offer a free training webinar on the first Monday of every month. Toda...

I am sure you want the nonprofit you care about to raise money effectively. In addition to creating my podcast and resources so donors like you can effectively make your money matter, I also have a training program to help nonprofits hone their pitch and attract support from donors. As a part of my nonprofit training program, I offer a free training webinar on the first Monday of every month. Toda...

Nathan Chappell joins us to explore the transformative potential of AI to broaden opportunities for donors and nonprofits. Nathan and Sybil also address possible downsides for AI involvement in connecting donors to nonprofits. Episode Highlights: Examining benefits and challenges of AI in philanthropy. Effective methodologies for donors to discover and engage with nonprofit organizations using AI...

Nathan Chappell joins us to explore the transformative potential of AI to broaden opportunities for donors and nonprofits. Nathan and Sybil also address possible downsides for AI involvement in connecting donors to nonprofits. {You can hear the whole episode on January 1st} Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data f...

Laura MacDonald joins us to share giving trends as addressed by the most recently released Giving USA report. One issue that they discuss is that overall giving is down in the United States by 6.4%. Laura and Sybil discuss what to consider in this new era of giving, especially in the era of the “Mega Donor” and the rise of the Donor-Advised Fund. Laura also delves into the specific sectors and int...

Laura MacDonald joins us to share giving trends as addressed by the most recently released Giving USA report. One issue that they discuss is that overall giving is down in the United States by 6.4%. Laura and Sybil discuss what to consider in this new era of giving, especially in the era of the “Mega Donor” and the rise of the Donor-Advised Fund. Laura also delves into the specific sectors and int...

Sybil and Fred look back on this season’s highlights. They highlight what they believe to be the most important takeaways to be an effective donor and philanthropist, based on all of the interviews and themes covered on the podcast this year.  Episode Highlights: Season 2’s highlights Favorite episodes What to expect in Season 3 Sybil Ackerman-Munson Bio: With over 20 years of experience as a nonp...

Sybil and Fred look back on this season’s highlights. They highlight what they believe to be the most important takeaways to be an effective donor and philanthropist, based on all of the interviews and themes covered on the podcast this year. {You can hear the full episode on Monday December 18th} Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection an...

Erin Borla, Trustee and Executive Director of the Roundhouse Foundation, shares her journey into philanthropy and its focus on rural Oregon. Erin is passionate about explaining how the rural community needs that can differ from those of urban communities. She shares how she developed a strategic initiative that supports rural philanthropy, including community food systems, disaster response, and e...

Erin Borla, Trustee and Executive Director of the Roundhouse Foundation, shares her journey into philanthropy and its focus on rural Oregon. Erin is passionate about explaining how the rural community needs that can differ from those of urban communities. She shares how she developed a strategic initiative that supports rural philanthropy, including community food systems, disaster response, and e...

In this engaging podcast episode, Eric Cole, Vice President of the Harold K.L. Castle Foundation, takes us on a journey through the world of philanthropy, focusing on how we can contribute to the well-being of the places we hold dear. Eric shares insights from his extensive experience and offers valuable advice on giving back during your travels. Discover creative ways to support local causes, con...

In this engaging podcast episode, Eric Cole, Vice President of the Harold K.L. Castle Foundation, takes us on a journey through the world of philanthropy, focusing on how we can contribute to the well-being of the places we hold dear. Eric shares insights from his extensive experience and offers valuable advice on giving back during your travels. Discover creative ways to support local causes, con...

Dana Okano from Hawai’i Community Foundation joins us today to talk about the needs of her home state Hawai’i, and the importance of giving back to the land that rejuvenates you. She dives into the ongoing challenge of supporting environmental and community needs. Dana and Sybil dig deeply into her freshwater initiative and many of the important priorities in Hawai’i in order to  donate and suppor...

Dana Okano from Hawai’i Community Foundation joins us today to talk about the needs of her home state Hawai’i, and the importance of giving back to the land that rejuvenates you. She dives into the ongoing challenge of supporting environmental and community needs. Dana and Sybil dig deeply into her freshwater initiative and many of the important priorities in Hawai’i in order to  donate and suppor...

Sybil addresses burnout in philanthropy and provides strategies to overcome overwhelming feelings in giving strategies. She shares four steps to help listeners refocus their giving strategies and avoid burnout. Sybil emphasizes the importance of funding causes aligned with personal interests and daily life to maintain enthusiasm.  Episode Highlights: The four steps to take to avoid burnout and ove...

Sybil addresses burnout in philanthropy and provides strategies to overcome overwhelming feelings in giving strategies. She shares four steps to help listeners refocus their giving strategies and avoid burnout. Sybil emphasizes the importance of funding causes aligned with personal interests and daily life to maintain enthusiasm. {You can hear the full episode on Monday November 20th} Hosted by Si...

Sybil and Fred explore the fundamental characteristics of Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs). They examine the pros and cons of DAFs and discuss potential resolutions for common concerns about DAFs. Episode Highlights: Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) defined Critiques of DAFs Resolutions for concerns about DAFs Sybil Ackerman-Munson Bio: With over 20 years of experience as a nonprofit professional and foundati...

Sybil and Fred explore the fundamental characteristics of Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs). They examine the pros and cons of DAFs and discuss potential resolutions for common concerns about DAFs. {You can hear the full episode on Monday November 13th} Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.