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Not all philanthropists are responsible for running a charity, but all those who successfully run charities should be considered philanthropists. Running a philanthropy is a huge undertaking and involves a lot of hard work; it really isn’t that different from running your own business.
Here’s an inside look into what it’s like leading a philanthropy and what is required of a philanthropist each day:
- Plan new ways to raise funds
- Strategically use current resources
- Manage volunteers effectively
One of the most important parts of running a philanthropy is being responsible when it comes to making decisions and using resources; learn to be innovative instead of sticking with a routine.
Read the full article by Ari Monkarsh published on arimonkarsh.org.