What is an Effective Giving Strategy? It…

• Meets personal, corporate or organizational interests, and passions
• Defines an essential mission, purpose, and priorities
• Addresses/responds to real needs in local and world communities
• Incorporates clear, established rationale, and operational procedures
• Integrates an ongoing evaluative component that is meaningful, flexible,
  and accessible to all involved
• Benefits from, and contributes to, the experiences of others by connecting
  to the larger philanthropic community
• Is a journey of learning and listening

And most importantly... is FUN, deeply fulfilling, and makes a difference.