Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.1.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Stronger Philanthropy Transformed by Generosity ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [All Updates](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/all-updates/) - March 25, 2026 Supporting the spiritual lives of people with cognitive and developmental disabilitiesRead More March 4, 2026 What’s your giving style?Read More February 28, 2026 New charity surveys for FebruaryRead More February 27, 2026 Introducing the Lower Mainland CollectiveRead More February 27, 2026 Launching the Studio for building charity capacityRead More February 1, 2026 - [Supporting the spiritual lives of people with cognitive and developmental disabilities](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/supporting-the-spiritual-lives-of-people-with-cognitive-and-developmental-disabilities/) - What happens when a donor chooses to fund not just programs—but new ideas? In 2023, our client, Redleaf Foundation, made a $70,000 grant to PosAbilities Association of BC to explore a question few in the sector have dared to ask: how do we support the spiritual lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities? This - [New charity surveys for February](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/new-charity-surveys-for-february/) - Happy Valentine's Month! February was a strong month of engagement, with 13 new charity surveys received by Stronger Philanthropy. This mix reflects a healthy diversity of sectors—community services, faith-based initiatives, youth development, and social supports—along with a notable geographic spread from British Columbia to Ontario, Quebec, and Atlantic Canada. We now have 249 charities profiled - [What's your giving style?](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/whats-your-giving-style/) - Not all generosity looks the same. Some major donors give strategically and measure outcomes. Others respond to stories and relationships. Some focus on immediate needs, while others invest in long-term systemic change. The truth is simple: there are many different giving styles. The most effective philanthropy happens when your approach to giving matches the systems, - [Introducing the Lower Mainland Collective](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/introducing-the-lower-mainland-collective/) - We’re excited to share a bold initiative from Stronger Philanthropy: the Lower Mainland Collective, a new, collaborative major donor group committed to fueling innovative charity work in BC’s Lower Mainland. In 2026, this group of engaged families will allocate up to $500,000 in grants toward creative, sustainable solutions that help address pressing local needs. This - [Launching the Studio for building charity capacity](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/launching-the-studio-for-building-charity-capacity/) - The Canadian Centre for Christian Charities (CCCC) recently introduced The Studio, a guided experience designed to help ministry leaders reflect on and strengthen their organizational foundations so they can better support their mission and impact. Participants in The Studio go through an insightful assessment process, interpret their results with CCCC’s guidance, and build practical action - [Racing with purpose: Legacy fuels youth mental health support](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/racing-with-purpose-legacy-fuels-youth-mental-health-support/) - At Stronger Philanthropy, we have the privilege of working alongside clients who pursue generosity with creativity, conviction, and measurable impact. One such example is the Legacy Foundation of Canada, whose recent $40,000 donation to Kids Help Phone reflects an inspired blend of philanthropy, sport, and youth advocacy. The gift was made in partnership with Canadian Formula - [The Charity Journey 2026](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/the-charity-journey-2026/) - https://youtu.be/GzLO61b7J6A A brief overview to assist charities that wish to engage with Stronger Philanthropy and its clients in 2026. - [Updating your charity survey results](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/updating-your-charity-survey-results/) - Last year we launched our Charity Survey. This form gathers information from charities so we can assess them for matches to our clients' priorities. In 2025, 129 charities completed their charity survey. It's provided us with a fascinating and helpful overview of the various types of charities - particularly as we review your financial statements. - [Why having an audit is one of your charity’s most strategic decisions](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/why-having-an-audit-is-one-of-your-charitys-most-strategic-decisions/) - In our 2025 survey of nearly 100 Canadian charities to date, 77.6% reported having an external audit. That high prevalence isn’t just a tick in the governance box—it signals a sector-wide commitment to trust, accountability, and financial stewardship. And it's something we value when we review your charity. Here's why the majority of charities we - [A bold investment in public life](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/a-bold-investment-in-public-life/) - We are delighted to celebrate Bridgeway Foundation’s $2.5 million grant to Cardus, a generous five-year investment (2026–2030) that will significantly strengthen Christian thought leadership and public engagement in Canada. This landmark grant was announced at the Cardus 25 Gala, held on November 21, 2025, at the Fairmont Château Laurier in Ottawa, where hundreds of supporters - [Another year of grantmaking impact](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/another-year-of-grantmaking-impact/) - As we review our work in 2025, we begin with a spirit of gratitude for the trust our clients place in us and the collective impact their generosity has made possible. Over our history, our clients have now awarded over $73 million in funding, supporting 1,421 grants to 467 charities. At year-end, 99 grants are - [Surprising truths from the World Giving Report](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/surprising-truths-from-the-world-giving-report/) - Generosity is a value that is an aspiration for all peoples throughout the world. And surprisingly, in the just-released World Giving Report produced by the Charities Aid Foundation, we gain a picture of generosity that blows apart some commonly-held assumptions. Myth 1: The most wealthy countries are the most generous. This myth is flipped on - [Charity survey opens for 2025](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/charity-survey-opens-for-2025/) - Last year we piloted a charity survey which compiled key charity datapoints for major donors into a concise dashboard. Responses from 62 charities allowed us to better understand the daily realities of these organizations. In 2025, we've taken this survey and incorporated it into our new CRM, allowing it to be more seamlessly integrated into - [Charity survey opens for 2025](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/charity-survey-opens-for-2025/) - Last year we piloted a charity survey which compiled key charity datapoints for major donors into a concise dashboard. Responses from 62 charities allowed us to better understand the daily realities of these organizations. In 2025, we've taken this survey and incorporated it into our new CRM, allowing it to be more seamlessly integrated into - [Take a look at new website content](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/take-a-look-at-new-website-content/) - We've spent the past several weeks refreshing all content on our website to better communicate our focus at Stronger Philanthropy. Browse the following pages to understand what we do: The Client page introduces our clients, with links to each client's own profile. The Charities page summarizes the Five Step process partner charities follow in their - [Our streamlined process for clients and charities](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/our-streamlined-process-for-clients-and-charities/) - It's a new year, and we're glad to be back after a rejuvenating holiday break. Over the past several months we've had productive strategy and planning sessions. This allows us to begin a new year with a clear process for the clients we serve and for charities seeking support. One of our recent decisions was - [A Spirituality of Fundraising 2025 Webinar Series](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/a-spirituality-of-fundraising-2025-webinar-series/) - Henri Nouwen's "A Spirituality of Fundraising" was a ground-breaking paradigm shift that has been shaping both those who give and those who raise funds for decades. Join the Henri Nouwen Society and guests enriching conversation and spiritual practice for health and sustainability. This 4-part series will run every Wednesday at 12 - 1 PM EST - [Client priorities for 2025](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/client-priorities-for-2025/) - Stronger Philanthropy meets with its clients annually every January to review priorities, set timelines, and establish a giving budget for the new year of granting. We're pleased to announce new rounds of grants are now available this year. For more information, visit our updated Client page to view each client's priorities and schedule. All charities - [Website under construction](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/website-under-construction/) - Over the next few weeks we will be updating the look of this website, refreshing content, transitioning away from our app, and introducing our new platform for grants in 2025. We're excited to share these changes with you. Please subscribe to our e-news if you'd like to be the first to hear about these changes. - [Measuring Impact for Charities Livestream](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/measuring-impact-for-charities-livestream/) - How do you measure impact in your charity? Join us for a livestream interview with Leah Katerberg, Vice-President of Programs and Partnerships for Yonge Street Mission, who will introduce TIMES, a robust human transformation framework developed by YSM in 2016. This framework informs the ways in which YSM supports individuals and communities by measuring progression - [Nathan Petersen named Cardus NextGEN Fellow](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/nathan-petersen-named-cardus-nextgen-fellow/) - Stronger Philanthropy is pleased to announced that Nathan Petersen, Chief Client Officer and Partner in our firm, has just been named a NextGEN Fellow of Cardus, a prominent Canadian think tank, for their 2024-2025 cohort. NextGEN is a year-long, leadership development opportunity for those aged 25-34 created and run by think-tank Cardus. The NextGEN fellows will - [Updated client profiles for 2024](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/updated-client-profiles-for-2024/) - We've met with each of our clients during the month of January, and have now updated client profiles. View each client's unique priorities, eligibility criteria, timeline, and next steps which outline grants that will be considered in the 2024 fiscal year. You can begin your research here. - [How do you create a SMART, one-line project purpose?](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/how-do-you-create-a-smart-one-line-project-purpose/) - Applicants for funding often want to tell foundations everything that is great about their project. That's normal! They're enthused about what they do. But how do you narrow down your project purpose into a succinct yet descriptive sound bite? The secret is in being SMART! Communicate your project purpose by being specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, - [Christmas wishes](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/christmas-wishes/) - [Thorogood Family Fund joins our growing clientele](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/thorogood-family-fund-joins-our-growing-clientele/) - Stronger Philanthropy is pleased to announce the Thorogood Family Fund has joined our group to benefit from philanthropic services. Based in Toronto, this family are motivated by their Christian faith to benefit those most marginalized in our society. Grants being considered by this fund will focus primarily on the Greater Toronto Area, and be characterized - [Testimonials from our clients](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/testimonials-from-our-clients/) - Clients of Stronger Philanthropy explain how they benefit from our services. - [For clarity, go surfing](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/for-clarity-go-surfing/) - Almost nine months ago I took a leap of faith when I decided to leave Stronger Philanthropy and sell my condo in downtown Toronto. Like many, the pandemic left me feeling depressed, burnt out from endless zoom calls, and confused about life both socially and politically. The worldview that I entered the pandemic with did - [Shattered, a story about generational legacy](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/shattered-a-story-about-generational-legacy/) - Last evening, sitting alone in a dark room in my old New Brunswick Victorian house, and listening to The Fabulous Thunderbirds on my iphone, I finished a book. It was the perfect soundtrack, suggested by the author's story of hearing this blues band on an outing with his father. Arthur Boers' devastating and vulnerable memoir Shattered - [Succession in families and the value of history](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/succession-in-families-and-the-value-of-history/) - As we turn our attention this weekend to the coronation of King Charles III of Canada, I'll be attending a garden party at the home of dear clients. I read an article this morning which roots this moment into our historical reality as a nation: King Charles is as Canadian as maple syrup. It's a - [Developing community in philanthropy](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/developing-community-in-philanthropy/) - Leadership guru Margaret J. Wheatley is an academic and researcher on organizational development who made an impact on me during my DLd studies. Her book, Finding Our Way: Leadership for an Uncertain Time, introduces a framework for the development of authentic communities of praxis in which members grow in confidence and impact as they journey - [Connecting money to mission](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/connecting-money-to-mission/) - Major donors have investments that are earmarked for charitable purposes. But lately I've been wondering how to unlock that value. Philanthropy offers a way to see invested funds create social change. It happens through surrender - giving it away. As one surrenders capital, and trusts a valued charity, those investments are channeled into lives changed: - [Transformed by Generosity](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/transformed-by-generosity/) - Stronger Philanthropy has focused in the past on helping its clients to love giving well. But as our group has evolved over the past few years, we've realized that the 'love giving well' tagline doesn't encompass all that we want to achieve. Increasingly Stronger Philanthropy finds itself located in the middle ground between major donors - [Welcome to Legacy Foundation of Canada](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/welcome-to-legacy-foundation-of-canada/) - Stronger Philanthropy is pleased to welcome its 12th philanthropic family to our community in 2023. Legacy Foundation of Canada is a Cambridge-based family foundation which supports selected charities benefiting communities in Cambridge (Ontario), Bell Island (Newfoundland), and elsewhere through grants and involvement. A summary of Legacy Foundation of Canada's priorities and application process for 2023 - [Learn How Stronger Philanthropy Brings Charities and Donors Together](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/learn-how-stronger-philanthropy-brings-charities-and-donors-together/) - Over the past few years, Stronger Philanthropy has changed the services it offers to charities and major donors alike. We have become a new type of firm that straddles the middle ground between charities and major donors. We exist to bring together these groups for mutual benefit. Our philosophy is grounded in the concept that philanthropy - [Waiting with hope this Christmas](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/waiting-with-hope-this-christmas/) - As you pause at this sacred moment near the end of 2022, breathe in the hope that awaits our world. New life emerges in the darkness, the light of Christ breaks in. Wishing you joy and peace, Mark - [Budgeting for greater disbursements in 2023](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/budgeting-for-greater-disbursements-in-2023/) - Changes to the Disbursement Quota (DQ) will impact private foundations as they budget for their giving in 2023. Imagine Canada advises private foundations to consider new legislation coming into effect next year. They state: As per the Federal Budget released in April 2022, the disbursement quota – the percentage that registered charities such as foundations - [Giving during turbulence](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/giving-during-turbulence/) - Recent months have been volatile with dramatic geopolitical events, financial markets expressing uncertainty, and the underpinnings of our society seeming to come unglued. Emotions are high. How should generous people respond during these times? When life gets crazy, many of us are tempted to hunker down and wait for the storms to pass. It's a - [Client interviews this fall](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/client-interviews-this-fall/) - Stronger Philanthropy is gearing up for our fall season with three client interviews scheduled. In these interviews we explore our clients' motivations in giving, their giving focus, and probe what makes for good philanthropy. It's a great way to understand major donor priorities. Interviews will be livestreamed in our Stronger Philanthropy Community on the following - [Thank you Nate Petersen](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/thank-you-nate-petersen/) - Nate Petersen has decided to move on from his role at Stronger Philanthropy to pursue other adventures beginning in Latin America. He worked with me for the past 3+ years and brought a fresh perspective, energy, and vitality to this work even as we were impacted by the pandemic. During his time with our company, - [June 2022 update](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/june-2022-update/) - We are winding down the first six months of 2022, and with it comes an opportunity to summarize our work up to the present. Though the first part of the year is typically slower than the last half, we have worked with four of our clients - Tamara Foundation, River Dali Foundation, Levante Foundation, and - [The convergence of spirituality with fundraising](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/the-convergence-of-spirituality-with-fundraising/) - Before launching Stronger Philanthropy and offering our services to multiple families, I used to work for our own family's foundation. People would always ask, "What's the best grant you've ever funded?" And I would reply with several examples that warmed my heart. But then I would offer, "Do you want to know the best grant - [Recovering the heart of philanthropy](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/recovering-the-heart-of-philanthropy/) - A lot has changed during my 21+ year philanthropy career. In the beginning I was wowed by the alluring potential that seemed to exist to "change the world" (a phrase I've come to disdain). This belief seemed to be based on the idea that society could engineer the end to poverty and other human ills. - [Watch these interviews with major donors and charity leaders](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/watch-these-interviews-with-major-donors-and-charity-leaders/) - Since we launched the new Stronger Philanthropy community app at the beginning of 2022, we've been intentional about connecting major donors with charity leaders. One of the ways we do this is by offering livestream interviews with major donors and charity leaders each month. If you have the app, the interview plays automatically when you - [Welcome new clients!](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/welcome-new-clients/) - We're pleased to welcome two new families as clients of Stronger Philanthropy: The Park Family Giving Fund is based in Mississauga, Ontario and invests resources into projects that offer a holistic and creative response to communities in need. The Unterweger-Ramírez Fund offers grants to Canadian charities working towards healthy church leadership and faith formation in - [11 Trends in Philanthropy for 2022](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/11-trends-in-philanthropy-for-2022/) - The Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy has just released their sixth annual compilation of trends in philanthropy for the year. As we hobble through pandemic protocols and societies are impacted, perhaps permanently, philanthropy will also be influenced. Trends they note include the rise of cryptocurrencies, growing culture wars, new engagement with indigenous communities, and - [Client and charity livestream interviews for January](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/client-and-charity-livestream-interviews-for-january/) - In January we will begin a monthly series of video interviews with clients of Stronger Philanthropy and charities that we believe need to be highlighted for their unique offerings. January 11: We will interview long time client, John Horwood, whose investment work on Bay Street influences how he selects the charities he funds. POSTPONED to - [Introducing the Stronger Philanthropy Community App](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/introducing-the-stronger-philanthropy-community-app/) - Click through for a video demo of the app. - [New birth in the darkness](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/new-birth-in-the-darkness/) - In this tumultuous season of dark nights and raging viruses, our prayer for our readers is to find the promise and joy of new birth. We remember Jesus' birth during Christmas and the light that pierces through the fog of the daily grind, bringing hope and peace to our weary souls. To all colleagues and - [Orientation to the new Stronger Philanthropy App](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/orientation-to-the-new-stronger-philanthropy-app/) - During this phase of our soft launch, we are excited to see new members joining our online community each day. Some may want a better overview of the features of our new Stronger Philanthropy app. Click below to watch our 34-minute video which responds to just about everything you've been wondering about the app. You - [Changes in family philanthropy](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/changes-in-family-philanthropy/) - While family philanthropy is frequently created as a vehicle to ensure the perpetuity of funding charitable causes, one should not think this means that a foundation never changes. Family philanthropy is ever-evolving. The foundation you knew a decade ago has shifted in the intervening years. In some cases, the foundation you knew even last year - [Announcing Stronger Philanthropy's virtual community!](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/announcing-stronger-philanthropys-virtual-community/) - One of the benefits coming out of the pandemic is the time and space to reassess the status quo, and reimagine a better way to achieve one's mission. At Stronger Philanthropy, we continue to do just that. Our mission is to empower generous families in smart giving for strategic projects aligned to their passions. Generous - [Giving Done Right podcast launches season 2](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/giving-done-right-podcast-launches-season-2/) - The Center for Effective Philanthropy (CEP)’s President Phil Buchanan and Vice President, Programming and External Relations, Grace Nicolette are back to host season 2 of the Giving Done Right podcast! In the season’s debut episode, Phil and Grace are joined by Cathy Moore, executive director of Epiphany Community Health Outreach Services (ECHOS) in Houston, TX. Tune in - [Family dynamics in foundations](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/family-dynamics-in-foundations/) - In my research on succession in family foundations, I came across an excellent resource by Kelin Gersick called Generations of Giving: Leadership and Continuity in Family Foundations. This 2006 work was commissioned by the National Center for Family Philanthropy as the first-ever social science study of the organizational life and development of family foundations. The study - [Website refresh with new FAQ page and more...](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/website-refresh-with-new-faq-page-and-more/) - We've spent some time with our website this month to bring greater clarity and focus to how we communicate. Included in the refresh are the following: Redesigned menu bar with sections for Charities, Clients, and Resources New summary of our granting process for charities New FAQ page for charities where we respond to questions like: - [What are Charity Profiles?](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/what-are-charity-profiles/) - Stronger Philanthropy recognizes the challenges many foundations face with traditional application processes which are reactive. With open processes where any charity can apply for grants, the foundation is overwhelmed by a high volume of requests. Most of these are quickly discarded. It is unfortunate that extensive work is done by charities to develop LOIs and - [MacKenzie Scott blazes a new path](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/mackenzie-scott-blazes-a-new-path/) - Articles that claim there's a new way to do philanthropy merit some examination since traditional models aren't perfect. So I was drawn to The Chronicle of Philanthropy's recent cover spread on MacKenzie Scott whose divorce from Amazon's Jeff Bezos suddenly put her in the driver's seat of a $60 billion settlement. In 2020 she gave - [Leverage the privilege](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/leverage-the-privilege/) - A recent article by Elise Westhoff in the National Review highlights how philanthropy is increasingly fueling division as capitalism and its fruits are under attack. With heavy media attention on Musk, Bezos, and Zuckerberg and their obscene wealth and power, all of capitalism becomes suspect. But let's not throw the baby out with the bathwater. - [Summer 2021 grants available](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/summer-2021-grants-available/) - Stronger Philanthropy’s second granting window for 2021 is soon approaching. This summer granting window of May-June is when the following three clients make grants for the year: Kehila Foundation Levante Foundation River Dali Foundation In preparation for the summer round of grants, Stronger Philanthropy does the work of introducing charities to our clients by developing - [Podcast with Ben Johnson](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/podcast-with-ben-johnson/) - Mark Petersen recently had the opportunity to chat with colleague Ben Johnson, CEO of Frontier Marketing, on his podcast. Mark and Ben discuss shared interests in major donors, fundraising, innovation, and more in Episode 18 of Ben's podcast. In the podcast you will hear about a unique challenge grant we co-created several years ago where - [Deluded altruism](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/deluded-altruism/) - The title caught my eye, and I immediately clicked "Add To Cart" and bought Delusional Altruism. In two words, Kris Putnam-Walkerly sums up one of my niggling worries about the grants that I'm involved with. Giving makes us feel good, but we're deluded. There's a sincere desire to respond to the needs of society, vast - [A year of pandemic](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/a-year-of-pandemic/) - It was a year ago that we were rudely awakened by the announcement of the pandemic, and so much has since changed. Investments have been on a roller coaster. Charitable activity has been severely impacted. Families have been divided by health restrictions. Consumption of digital media has skyrocketed. Public funding has been flowing with abandon. - [Foundations need to spend more](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/foundations-need-to-spend-more/) - How does your family foundation or fund set its annual giving budget? This is a question that arises each year, and is one that requires some discussion within a family. The legal requirements mandated by the CRA are actually very minimal. Under the Charities Act and to comply with a foundation's charitable purpose, endowed foundations - [Spring 2021 grants available](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/spring-2021-grants-available/) - Stronger Philanthropy's first granting window for 2021 is soon approaching. In preparation for the spring round of grants, we are developing Charity Profiles for Bridgeway Foundation and Tamara Foundation. We aim to complete these by February 28, 2021. More information on the priorities and timetable for these two foundations are found below: Bridgeway Foundation Tamara - [Client priorities for 2021](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/client-priorities-for-2021/) - In the past month, Stronger Philanthropy met with each of its clients for their Annual Review. During these interviews, we discussed their priorities for funding in 2021. Based on these meetings, we've updated all Client Profiles listed on our website. Each of our clients have unique granting priorities and eligibility criteria. Charities may review Client - [Adaptive leadership during a pandemic](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/adaptive-leadership-during-a-pandemic/) - Let’s begin with some background music to set the stage for this blog post. Start the music in the video below, and continue reading… You’re now listening to a familiar tune called ‘Take Five’.[1] Catchy, isn’t it? If you’re not a musician, you might have a hard time putting your finger on what makes this - [How to get unstuck](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/how-to-get-unstuck/) - Family foundations start out with lots of dreams to impact their communities through their giving, advocacy, and support. They usually start by giving close to home and to those with whom they have a pre-existing relationship. But over time challenges arise. Personnel changes, program developments, lack of project fulfillment, and changing priorities by donors create - [9 steps to greatness in giving](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/9-steps-to-greatness-in-giving/) - Nick Cooney's 2015 provocative book, How to Be Great at Doing Good: Why Results Are What Count and How Smart Charity Can Change the World, helps donors consider that giving well is laden with both responsibility and opportunity. It's easy to fall into a rut where we routinely give to the same organizations year after year, - [Thank you Linda](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/thank-you-linda/) - Due to changes to our business model, we must regretfully say goodbye to our colleague, Linda Dzelme, who has been core to our team for the past four and a half years (at Stronger Philanthropy), and for the previous thirteen years for our client, Bridgeway Foundation. She has served with incredible enthusiasm, loyalty, and competence, and I - [Changes ahead for Stronger Philanthropy](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/changes-ahead-for-stronger-philanthropy/) - The current pandemic has unleashed a tidal wave of change that impacts both major donors and charities, and these changes also impact our work at Stronger Philanthropy. To successfully emerge from the pandemic, we must attend to the need for organizational renewal that corresponds to a new, ever evolving, landscape. Stronger Philanthropy has reviewed our - [WE have a problem](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/we-have-a-problem/) - Do you conduct due diligence on the charities you support? Recent news has reported on a spectacular failure that has put a celebrated charity on the front pages of Canadian papers. The federal government was prepared to invest over $900 million into WE Charity based in Toronto, but the deal fell apart. As I've read - [Canada Cares Campaign for matching grants by feds](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/canada-cares-campaign-for-matching-grants-by-feds/) - Today, Stronger Philanthropy joined forces with other charities and partners in the charitable sector across Canada to support the Canada Cares Campaign, a digital campaign mobilizing Canadians to call for a 1:1 matching funds program by the federal government. Charities across Canada have stepped up in a big way throughout this pandemic. In dark clouds - [Grants for charities working with seniors](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/grants-for-charities-working-with-seniors/) - Do you know registered charitable organizations that serve seniors in the Ontario counties of Brant, Essex, Kent, Niagara, or Northumberland? Let them know that grants up to $5,000 are available from Levante Foundation this summer. Click here for more information and to apply. - [30 days of hope interview](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/30-days-of-hope-interview/) - Here is an online interview I did with Dr. Colleen Batchelder, Founder of LOUD Summit. In it, I discuss the state of philanthropy during a pandemic, and tips for charities seeking funding at this critical time. The LOUD Summit is a progressive Christian nonprofit based in New Jersey which seeks to create places of diversity, - [COVID-19 impacting active grants in process?](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/covid-19-impacting-active-grants-in-process/) - Many charities have concerns regarding how the current pandemic and social isolation measures will affect grants already funded by Stronger Philanthropy's clients. In many cases, projects funded last year are in the process of being implemented in 2020. Extreme social isolation measures may mean outcomes will be jeopardized. Significant alterations to your project may need - [Grantmaking during COVID-19](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/grantmaking-during-covid-19/) - Last week the reality of the coronavirus pandemic began to settle in for those of us living in Canada. I admit I spent most of last week trying to keep up with shocking announcements that left me feeling both paralyzed and grief-stricken. I’m sure you did too. But now is not the time for paralysis. - [Let go of anxiety, meet with others virtually](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/let-go-of-anxiety-meet-with-others-virtually/) - The current pandemic has caught many of us by surprise. Unexpectedly housebound, many are wondering what's next. One simple suggestion is to let go of anxiety as a few of us meet up with our friend Christa Hesselink at SoulPlay. She states, If you’re looking for a simple way to slow down, re-calibrate, re-group, get - [Giving strategically](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/giving-strategically/) - The beginning of a new year is an opportunity to reimagine one's purpose. This is true for both charities and foundations, for those who do good and those who give for the good of others. And it is true as well for Stronger Philanthropy. We are currently developing our own strategic plan and working with - [Giving to humanitarian relief](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/giving-to-humanitarian-relief/) - The following article is from Nery Duarte, a humanitarian worker in Latin America who is presently involved in grassroots efforts to address the Venezuelan crisis. I've been involved in humanitarian relief and emergency operations in Latin America for 27 years, providing emergency aid to people who have been affected by a tragedy. As soon as - [Welcome to new grantmakers](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/welcome-to-new-grantmakers/) - We're delighted to announce new clients are joining the Stronger Philanthropy family. Alexandra Horwood and Andrew James Labbad work in Toronto's financial district, managing funds for others. Juggling the demands of a heavy work schedule and family life, they don't have the bandwidth to properly investigate how their charitable giving can be most strategically channeled. - [Selecting good grants](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/selecting-good-grants/) - How do you choose between good and great? We struggle every year in making challenging calls on good, better, and best. This is the tenth year of Stronger Together's collaborative major donor granting initiative. In comparison with other years, this year's round has been one of the most competitive. By the deadline of May 31, - [New program director appointed](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/new-program-director-appointed/) - As Stronger Philanthropy expands its services to generous families, we are pleased to announce the appointment of Nate Petersen as our new Program Director. The current wealth transfer as Boomers age and retire, and Millennials step into philanthropy leadership, mean traditional attitudes and practices around generosity are dramatically shifting. Next gen philanthropy leaders seek engagement - [Bridgeway at 35](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/bridgeway-at-35/) - Friends of Bridgeway Foundation gathered together this week to celebrate an important milestone: the 35th anniversary of the creation of the foundation, one of Stronger Philanthropy's core clients. For twenty years, the foundation was a seed sown in obscurity, unendowed, the dream of founders Reg and Carol Petersen. In the late 90s, the foundation received - [Setting SMART measurable outcomes](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/setting-smart-measurable-outcomes/) - One of the most common pitfalls applicants encounter in designing successful applications is in the development of their measurable outcomes. Frequently, we find charities propose projects which lack tangible outcomes and are filled with fuzzy thinking. For example, here are some outcomes that were recently submitted (with revisions to protect identity): 1) Youth Centre for - [Love Giving Well: Philanthropy as Pilgrimage now available](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/love-giving-well-philanthropy-as-pilgrimage-now-available/) - I'm thrilled to report that my new book, Love Giving Well: Philanthropy as Pilgrimage has been released and is available for purchase from the publisher, Amazon, and, for bulk orders greater than 5, from us at Stronger Philanthropy. Here's what others are saying about Love Giving Well: Lorna Dueck: "...it's coaching, plain and simple..." Rod - [Bridgeway's triple partnership for building charity fundraising capacity](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/triple-partnership-for-building-charity-fundraising-capacity/) - We're pleased to announce a triple partnership for a project that will lead to more effective charity fundraising efforts. This spring, our partner Bridgeway Foundation teamed up with Seacrest Foundation and Frontier Marketing to uncover some of the best practices in online fundraising. Seacrest Foundation is an innovative Vancouver-based foundation, committed to building charity capacity. ## Pages - [Home](https://www.strongerphilanthropy.ca/) - Transformed by GenerosityWe develop giving strategies and systems for family foundations and funds. You'll achieve focus and deliver charitable impact with proactive and well-managed generosity.1. AnalyzeUnderstand your unique Giving Style. 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