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We are a strategic philanthropy advisory practice that helps individuals, families, foundations, and companies increase the impact of their giving locally, nationally, and globally.

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Families and Individuals Families & Individual Donors We can help you or your family act boldly and give wisely. From planning your giving...
Foundations Foundations & Other Philanthropies Foundations and philanthropic entities come in many forms. Whether an independent,...
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Center for Global Philanthropy Center for Global Philanthropy The world’s most pressing challenges have no boundaries so why should your philanthropy? TPI’s Center for Global Philanthropy facilitates impactful giving around the world. Through field building and advisory services, we help funders create innovative and effective philanthropic strategies.

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The Ramping Up for High-Impact Philanthropy Toolkit: An Introduction for Seasoned Investors Tuesday, May 14, 2019 If you are a seasoned donor, donor advised fund (DAF) holder, foundation trustee, or staff of such an organization, you may reach a point where you feel there is potential to achieve an even greater vision, to wield more leverage, to catalyze deeper change. Here at The Philanthropic Initiative (TPI... Read more
Building a Corporate Culture of Generosity and Engagement Thursday, March 28, 2019 I can distill this entire post into two sentences: If you don’t believe in it, if you don’t feel it, they won’t either. And you need them to. Some companies can be so focused on the bottom line they forget their businesses are human networks: customers who you want to prefer your company over... Read more
The Power of Philanthropy in Helping Young People Succeed in College and Beyond Thursday, February 21, 2019 Postsecondary education can create opportunities and pathways to positive futures for young people. Yet, as demonstrated by The Boston Globe Magazine ’s recent piece called The Valedictorians Project , earning a college degree is incredibly difficult for so many talented low-income youth. These... Read more

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Ramping Up Your Foundation Ramping Up Your Foundation This guide is designed to help foundations thoughtfully and responsibly plan for a significant ramp up in giving and/or adjust to a sudden infusion of assets.
Our Work with Professional Advisors We partner with advisors to help clients achieve both their philanthropic goals and their desire to transform their giving to achieve high impact.
Scholarships and College Success Scholarships & College Success We design, implement, and manage college success and scholarship programs that support students around the country. Click here to learn more or to apply.
The New York Times When It Comes to Donating Money, Whom Do You Trust? TPI was thrilled to be part of this story in The New York Times, amplifying the importance of wise philanthropic investing.

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