> Resist the urge to become a professional philanthropist. Have the gumption to dream even bigger than before and risk utter failure. It's only money. I would

> Resist the urge to become a professional philanthropist. Have the gumption to dream even bigger than before and risk utter failure. It's only money. I would rewrite this comment to replace "philanthropist" with "check-writer." There are two kinds of philanthropists just as there are two kinds of investors. There are check writers who donate their money, take as much credit as they can and don't do anything else. In contrast, there are truly great philanthropists who get involved in the causes they give to, leverage their connections, and contribute time and expertise. To a nonprofit, the first type is merely another thing to be managed (make sure they get enough credit to stay happy but don't soak up too much time and energy) while the second type is invaluable.