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HOW TO HIRE A
PHILANTHROPY ADVISOR
By: Robyn Hullihan and Elizabeth Wong
C
orporate and private
philanthropy
encounter daily
decisions on a
myriad of topics including
governance, grantmaking,
employee engagement, community
outreach, and communications.
While philanthropic institutions
often expand their expertise and
resources as they evolve, there are
times when an outside advisor
could provide valuable support to
address unique challenges such as
a period of transition or of sudden
and urgent need, as in COVID-19.
Advisors come with distinct project
knowledge, experience working
with a range of clients, a toolbox
for solving critical issues, and
a neutral stance to keep things
focused. Whether facilitating board
succession, devising a strategic
program plan, conducting a
landscape analysis, or developing
a corporate social responsibility
platform, hiring a philanthropy
advisor might be the most efficient
and effective means to tackle
pressing concerns.
