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7 Mistakes New Philanthropic Foundations Make

May 16, 2023 by

Kris Putnam-Walkerly writes in her “Confident Giving” Newsletter: “Drawing from my conversations with thousands of foundation leaders, spanning 23 years, here are seven prevalent missteps. By paying attention to these mistakes, you can avoid them and ensure your foundation’s success.”
  • Being stuck in overwhelm
  • Restricting your potential through a mindset of scarcity
  • Letting it go to your head
  • Assuming you have all the answers
  • Operating without a strategy
  • Failing to hold yourself accountable
  • Not seeking help.

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